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GREDF exists to maintain and improve the economic vitality of Quincy and Adams County, Illinois through the retention and expansion of existing businesses and the attraction of new businesses to our communities.
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Great River Economic Development Foundation has been a driving force in Quincy, and Adams County, Illinois since 1978. Our number one priority is to retain existing businesses and help them grow. We assist prospective businesses, site consultants and entrepreneurs. We also take the lead in a variety of initiatives that contribute to the outstanding quality of life we enjoy here. And as our name “Great River” implies, we collaborate regionally with our neighbors along the Mississippi River in Western Illinois, Northeast Missouri and Southeast Iowa.

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QUINCY — Makayla Beaston thinks she wants a career in the medical field. But talking with professionals from a wide array of… More

Roundtable targets modern approach to labor shortage

QUINCY — When the subject is automation and workforce in the manufacturing setting, Jeremy Smith makes one thing clear. “It’s not automation… More

New initiative to address childcare shortage in Adams County

By Clare Edlund Published: Feb. 24, 2025 at 11:46 PM CST|Updated: 9 hours ago QUINCY (WGEM) – A new initiative is underway… More