Business Closing
Notice of Business Closure – October 31, 2026
After 67 years of proudly serving the Rockford-area community, we have made the decision to close our locally-owned staffing business, a franchise of Manpower. Although we are not taking applications or filling new orders, we will continue to manage and support current clients and associates until October 31st.
This marks the end of a remarkable journey that began with a simple mission: connecting people with opportunities and helping local businesses build strong workforces. Over nearly seven decades, we have been privileged to facilitate tens of thousands of work connections that have supported individuals, families, organizations, and our community as a whole.
As we close this chapter, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to the many candidates who entrusted us with their career journeys, the clients who partnered with us and relied on our services, and our dedicated staff members whose professionalism, compassion, and commitment made our success possible. We are especially grateful to the Rockford-area community for its unwavering support throughout the years. Your trust, loyalty, and encouragement allowed us to grow, adapt, and serve generation after generation of workers and employers.
While our doors may be closing, the relationships we have built and the impact we have shared will remain a source of pride and lasting memories. We leave with deep appreciation for everyone who has been part of the Rockford Manpower story. On behalf of the company, we thank you for 67 wonderful years, 40 of which we have been fortunate enough to be a part of. It has been our honor to serve you.
With sincere gratitude,
Doug & Janet Johnson, Franchise Owners
Rock River Temporary Services, Inc., dba "Manpower"
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