Creating a Community Identity

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Steve Johnson - Village of Machesney Park

Posted

Sep 21, 2018

The Village of Machesney Park is easier to find with new signage on the tollway. The village is experiencing industrial growth with a new truck hub, new stores and restaurants and community events like movie night and toy drives.

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