Town and Country Bank has hired Howard Martin as a member of the commercial lending team. Howard serves as vice president, commercial banking officer, and is responsible for new business development within Springfield and the surrounding markets. His focus will be on commercial, industrial and commercial real estate lending within the respective markets. “We are […]
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Larry Sapp joins Garrison Group
Larry Sapp, a well-known local real estate developer, has joined Garrison Group as a broker. Sapp began his real estate career as an agent with Lincoln Land Development in 1975 and most recently served as president and managing broker of the company. Lincoln Land Development has been responsible for a number of projects in the […]
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Read which building permits were approved by the City of Springfield between Sept. 3 and Sept. 9, 2018.
Building permit roundup – Sept. 12 BY STACIE LEWIS Curtis Trampe obtained a commercial fence permit for a 6’ black vinyl fence at 4815 Rodger St.. Goodman Fence, Inc. is the contractor and the project is valued at $21,698. Trust 413-015, in the care of United Community Bank, obtained a commercial remodel permit for code […]
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Eye Candy Salon & Spa is growing
Eye Candy Salon & Spa, located at 3001 W. White Oaks Drive, has recently doubled in size by expanding into an adjacent suite. The owner, Tye Hale, opened the business in the Cascades Shopping Center last November. Tye had previously rented space at a salon in town before deciding to go out on her own […]
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Ride to Remember 9-11
Hall’s Harley-Davidson is hosting “Ride to Remember 9-11” on Sunday, Sept. 9, an annual memorial parade and ceremony to remember those that lost their lives and to honor the first responders and the heroes of that fateful day. On Sunday, Sept. 9, vehicles can begin lining up at 9 a.m. at Hall’s Harley-Davidson, located at […]
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People on the move at Hanson Professional Services
Ronda Folkerts has joined Hanson Professional Services Inc. as chief financial officer as Jo Ellen Keim, CPA, transitions into retirement. “Jo has done an outstanding job during her 23 years with us,” Sergio “Satch” Pecori, P.E., Hanson’s chairman and CEO, said. “She was our first CFO, and her financial leadership has helped us grow from […]
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Fact or Fiction: New Starbucks coming to Springfield?
SBJ has received several inquires about what is being built on the lot just north of Panda Express on North Dirksen in Springfield. Construction is underway at 2720 North Dirksen, with no signage to indicate what might be coming soon. A building permit filed by CFT NV Developments of Rosemead, California, the parent company of […]
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Read which building permits were approved by the City of Springfield between Aug. 27 and Sept. 2, 2018.
Building permit roundup – Sept. 5 BY STACIE LEWIS Walgreens obtained a commercial remodel permit for 2020 S. MacArthur Blvd. Icon Identity Solutions of Rolling Meadows is the contractor and the project is valued at $23,000. McDonalds Corporation obtained a commercial fire sprinkler remodel permit for 522 W. Jefferson. Automatic Fire Sprinkler, LLC of Normal […]
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Local First Springfield’s upcoming awards program
Local First Springfield will host their inaugural awards program on Thursday, September 6 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Isringhausen Imports. Mayor Langfelder will give remarks and awards will be presented to local businesses in seven different categories. This will also serve as the annual meeting for Local First and is a great opportunity to meet the […]
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GoWeb1 has relocated
GoWeb1 has recently moved to a new location at 400 South Grand Ave. West, just down the street from their previous office space in the former Standard Mutual building. GoWeb1 purchased the 3300 square foot building that previously served as an office for Lutheran Child & Family Services. Owner Mark Roberts said, “I’ve always admired […]
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Illinois Women in Leadership Annual Women’s Symposium
Illinois Women in Leadership will host their 7th Annual Women’s Symposium on Sept. 27th at the Crowne Plaza in Springfield. This year’s theme is “Unite.” The keynote speaker, Cordia Harrington, will speak on “No is not an option.” She will teach attendees how to overcome obstacles, be resourceful and stay focused to get you to […]
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Sojourn’s Resale to close Aug. 31.
Sojourn’s Resale, a thrift store whose proceeds support the work of Sojourn Shelter and Services, has announced that Aug. 31 will be their last day in business. The resale shop, which is located in Fairhills Mall, tried to renew their lease earlier this month and was notified that the rent for their space would be […]