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Rantoul's Chanute Air Force Base has reached full occupancy for the first time since its 1993 closure, with businesses like Maverick Pipe and Buzard Pipe Organ Builders revitalizing the site. Plans for 2026 include the opening of Buzard, expansion of Maverick, and the renovation of Building 96, alongside efforts to engage with aviation and film industry stakeholders to foster local development. The village is also working to acquire and renovate dilapidated structures to attract further investment.