Bloomington, Illinois is located in one of the most productive agricultural areas in the nation, but the economy remains diverse and well-balanced. The City of Bloomington is one of the fastest growing metropolitan areas in Illinois with and estimated 20.25% increase in population between 1986 and 1995. New construction continues to enhance residential, industrial and […]
First settled in 1786, Knoxville, the state’s third largest city, was the first capital of Tennessee. Though the city faced some struggles due to geographic isolation throughout the early 19th century, the arrival of the railroad in 1855 led to an economic boom. As one of the largest cities in the Appalachian region, Knoxville has […]
Peoria, established in 1691, is the largest city on the Illinois River and the oldest European settlement in Illinois. Because of its location, demographics, and patriotic reputation, Peoria has become a well-known test market to gauge popularity of products, services, and ideas for nationwide distribution. In the past 80 years, Peoria has garnered the “All-American […]