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Blackhawk Hills Housing Challenge: Big Ideas for Small-Town Solutions

S2 Ep 30: In this episode of Along the Rock, host Kaitlyn Blum sits down with Abby Ebelherr and Andy Shaw from the Blackhawk Hills Regional Council to explore how small towns across Northwest Illinois are taking on big housing challenges.

From the innovative Blackhawk Hills Housing Design Competition—funded by an AARP Community Challenge Grant—to projects improving walkability, economic development, and trail planning, Abby and Andy share how their team is helping communities grow stronger, more connected, and future-ready.

💡 Discover how creative design and collaboration are bringing new…

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