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Demand for skilled trades workers is greater than ever
Brian Huff, founder and CEO of Midwest Technical Institute, speaks with zeal regarding the present and future economic opportunities for tradespeople in Springfield and the rest…
Audrey Wilton: Ironworker, mother and leader
The trades are mostly a male-dominated field, but Audrey Wilton has found ironworking to be the right fit for her as a single mother raising a…
Learn to do business with the state
The Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) Office of Supplier Diversity, in collaboration with the IT Procurement Office (ITPO), has announced the launch of a…
HR essentials for business leaders
The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce, with presenting sponsor Brown, Hay &Stephens LLP, is offering a HR Essentials for Business Leaders Seminar on Thursday, Feb. 5.…
Rail consolidation a long time coming
Construction for Springfield’s Rail Improvement Project began in 2014 with construction of an underpass at Carpenter and 10th streets and the final phase will begin next…
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Make a nomination for Best Places to Work 2026
Each year, Springfield Business Journal and United Community Bank sponsor an awards program that recognizes the Best Places to Work…
Diane Rutledge receives First Citizen Award
Dr. Diane Rutledge is the 63rd recipient of Springfield’s prestigious First Citizen Award. A lifelong educator, mentor and community leader,…
IDOT to host job fair Nov. 6
The Illinois Department of Transportation is hosting a career fair Thursday, Nov. 6, in Springfield. The fair will be held…
American Business Club presents $128K to local charities
The American Business Club of Springfield presented more than $128,000 to Springfield-area charities during a Sept. 30 ceremony held on…
