More Than Just Corn: Kankakee’s Agricultural Ranking with Angela Morrey from the Kankakee County Economic Alliance

In this episode of Kankakee Valley Community Happenings, host Mike Tomano sits down with Angela Morrey from the Kankakee County Economic Alliance to discuss the current economic landscape of the region. The conversation highlights the unexpected diversity of local industries, ranging from global manufacturing and healthcare to a robust tourism sector bolstered by the Kankakee River and new local attractions.Angela shares surprising statistics regarding Kankakee County's high state rankings in specific agricultural sectors—proving that the local farming economy extends far beyond corn. The discussion also covers the vital role of small businesses, the importance of community networking, and the ongoing efforts to address national challenges locally, such as housing availability and workforce participation.Listen to the full episode to learn more about the specific data driving the county's growth, how local organizations are collaborating to support residents, and where you can find resources to get involved in the community's economic future.Get more from the WVLI Podcast Network! Listen to the WVLI News Update with Rob West every weekday morning. Get the days local news from the greater Kankakee County, IL area in 10 minutes or less. Subscribe now on your preferred podcast platform: https://wvlinewsupdate.buzzsprout.comThe Voices You Trust, Beyond The Dial.