ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — A community development organization is planning an $80 million “African Village” on Rockford’s S. Main Street corridor, which would include African-themed stores, restaurants, and a theater.
Representatives from Progressive West Rockford Community Development Corporation, including the Rev. Earl Dotson Sr., held a press conference on Thursday to announce plans for the future project.
The African Village would encompass a portion of 1000 and 1100 blocks of S. Main Street, with an additional development on W. State Street…