The City of Springfield is poised to accept a $14 million federal grant to help pay for new underpasses where Ash and Laurel streets cross the 10th Street rail corridor. The underpasses are the next phase of Springfield’s ongoing rail relocation project. At a Springfield City Council Committee of the Whole meeting on Tuesday, the […]
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Redpath proposes new TIF to enable subdivision development
Ward 1 Ald. Chuck Redpath is proposing the creation of a new TIF district near Rochester to enable a subdivision development. The Springfield City Council Committee of the Whole voted on Tuesday to forward the proposed ordinance to the full city council for a vote. According to a proposed ordinance under consideration by the city […]
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City considers further change to large scale development oversight
The Springfield City Council is considering another change to its oversight of large scale developments, potentially specifying that certain multi-family residential projects and storage unit projects would be subject to review. In May, the council approved raising the project acreage which would trigger the review process. On Tuesday, the council’s Committee of the Whole forwarded […]
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HSHS names new VP and chief physician executive
Hospital Sisters Health System announced this week the appointment of Dr. Kenneth Johnson as vice president and chief physician executive. Johnson currently serves as chief physician executive for HSHS Eastern Wisconsin Division. Mary Starmann-Harrison, president and CEO of HSHS, says Johnson will lead initiatives to improve quality, patient safety and clinical integration. “We look forward […]
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Springfield Clinic opens Jacksonville orthopedic clinic
Springfield Clinic opened a new orthopedic clinic in Jacksonville this month. Located at Passavant Area Hospital, the new Ortho 1st Clinic (O1C) employs orthopedic and sports medicine specialists to treat acute injuries to the musculoskeletal system. The clinic offers same-day appointments and local access to surgeons and sub-specialists from Springfield Clinic’s orthopedic group, include Jacksonville-based […]
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Kuhar moves to Wanless-Spengler
Springfield real estate broker James “Jim” Kuhar has moved to Wanless-Spengler Ltd. Kuhar previously worked at a Springfield office of KellerWilliams Realty established by a managing broker in Bloomington. Kuhar could not be reached for comment. Contact Patrick Yeagle at patrick@springfieldbusinessjournal.com.
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Binny’s seeks zoning variance for 100-foot rule – Zoning roundup
Liquor retailer Binny’s Beverage Depot is opening a store in Springfield soon, but first it must obtain a variance from a Springfield zoning rule which prevents package liquor stores from locating in certain areas. The store would be located at 2490 Wabash Ave., in the 20,000-square-foot space formerly occupied by Staples office supply store. It’s […]
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Dish Network ordered to pay $280m in fines over telemarketing practices in Illinois and three other states
TV provider Dish Network LLC was ordered to pay $280 million in fines this week in a federal lawsuit filed in Springfield. The lawsuit, filed in March 2009 by the attorneys general of Illinois and three other states, alleged that Dish Network violated federal law regarding telemarketing practices. In an order filed June 5, U.S. […]
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West Iles Business Center gets green light – Building permit roundup
WIBC, Inc. of Springfield is building a new retail center at 3240 W. Iles Ave. To be located west of Illini Bank on West Iles, the facility will be called the West Iles Business Center. A permit for the project was granted by the City of Springfield Building and Zoning division on June 2. Ben […]
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Krell appointed to assistant VP at Hickory Point Bank
Jenny Krell has been promoted to assistant vice president of retail banking at Hickory Point Bank in Springfield. Announced June 2, Krell’s promotion means she will continue to oversee the daily operations of the branch at 3131 Wabash Ave. “Jenny has proven to be a vital team member of the bank and will continue to […]
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ISO announces Ken Lam as next music director
Following a two-year search and try-outs by four renowned conductors, the Illinois Symphony Orchestra announced today that Ken Lam will be its new music director. Originally from Hong Kong, Lam left a career as an international corporate attorney to pursue his passion for music. He received unanimous support from ISO’s board of directors and search […]
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Rives to lead Sangamon Auditorium
Bryan Rives will lead Sangamon Auditorium at the University of Illinois Springfield as the venue’s next director. Rives is transitioning into the role as current director Robert Vaughn prepares to retire at the beginning of October. “I am excited to be returning to the great state of Illinois,” said Rives, who most recently served as […]