Melissa is an exceptional partner in regional economic development. Her ability to coordinate seamlessly with Alliant Energy ensures that Winnebago and Worth counties are always positioned for growth. She is proactive, deeply knowledgeable, and highly collaborative- bringing her into a project early is a guarantee that things will move forward efficiently and successfully.
— Chad Hansen , Alliant Energy
WCDA awards $1,095,663.80 to Worth’s class of 2026
17 Jul 2026
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Worth County Development Authority (WCDA) officially awarded $1,095,663.80 in educational funding and college scholarships to Worth County’s graduating high school class of 2026.
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IEDA Board approves assistance for four manufacturers, three startups and a quality-of-life project
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