The University of Illinois Springfield History Department invites the public to participate in the 2024 History Harvest, with the theme “Making a Living.” Participants are encouraged to bring work and business memorabilia for digitization and archiving. UIS history students will collect and preserve photos, artifacts and documents, adding them to an online archive. The event […]
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Give & Take Professional Clothing Drive to be held Oct. 11-12
RISE Springfield is holding its annual Give & Take Professional Clothing Drive this week at the Lincoln Land Community College Trutter Center on Friday, Oct. 11, and Saturday, Oct. 12. Clothing donations will be accepted on Friday, Oct. 11, from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Donations should be clean, gently used, professional clothing items with no holes […]
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First Citizen program revamped under new nonprofit
After 61 years, the First Citizen award program is getting a reboot. Applications are now open through Oct. 15, and the winner will be announced at a public event on Nov. 13. The award, which recognizes individuals whose service has significantly contributed to the betterment of the Springfield area, was created in 1963 by Springfield’s […]
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Learn how to do business with the state of Illinois
The Illinois Department of Central Management Services (CMS) will host the 2024 State of Illinois Vendor Summit on Thursday, Oct. 17. The Summit, now in its third year, will take place at the CMS Regional Complex, 4800 Wabash Ave., from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This event offers an opportunity for businesses to learn about […]
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CWLP announces exam dates for apprenticeship electrician positions
The City Water, Light and Power Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee is announcing its next round of 2024 exam dates for those interested in starting a career as an apprentice electrician at CWLP. The CWLP Electrical Apprenticeship program includes on-the-job training and coursework to provide knowledge and technical information related to the various positions offered. CWLP […]
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217 Burger Week continues through Aug. 28
217 Burger Week kicked off Aug. 19, and there are actually 10 days to celebrate and explore the specialty burgers area chefs have created at these participating restaurants. Many locations will also offer Jack Daniel’s specials. Find more details at 217FoodWeek.com and download your 217 Burger Week passport to plan your food journey and for a […]
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Chamber Job Fair to be held on Tuesday, Aug. 27
The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce’s fall job fair will feature dozens of employers ready to hire qualified candidates. A list of the participating employers can be found on the event calendar for The Chamber at www.gscc.org. Whether you’re looking to advance within your current industry or start a new career, there are plenty of […]
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City compromises on liquor licenses
The six Springfield bars allowed to be open until 3 a.m. on weekends will see their closing times moved to 2 a.m. on Jan. 1 and beyond instead of the 1 a.m. closing that originally was proposed. Bars that were previously required to close at 1 a.m. will now have the option to stay open […]
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Springfield Chamber announces Small Business Awards winners
The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce hosted its Annual Small Business Awards Luncheon on June 18 at the Crowne Plaza Springfield Convention Center. The event, presented by Hickory Point Bank, recognized four outstanding community entrepreneurs in the following categories: Not-for-Profit – Business Director of the Year recognizes an executive of a not-for-profit organization who has […]
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LLCC offering Small Business Leadership Development Bootcamp
Lincoln Land Community College Continuing, Corporate and Professional Education will offer a Small Business Leadership Development Bootcamp beginning September 2024 running through February 2025 on the LLCC campus, 5250 Shepherd Rd., Springfield. LLCC’s program provides core leadership development training aimed at reducing employee turnover and improving leadership and effectiveness for small businesses. Participants chosen for […]
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Best Places to Work to be held May 23
Springfield Business Journal and United Community Bank invite the business community to attend this year’s Best Places to Work reception and awards ceremony on Thursday, May 23. The event will be held from 5:30-7 p.m. at United Community Bank, 1900 W. Iles Ave. There is no cost to attend, thanks to the sponsorship of UCB. […]
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Nominate a young professional for Forty Under 40
Do you know an outstanding young professional who deserves to be recognized? The July issue of Springfield Business Journal will feature 40 leaders who are under the age of 40. Nominees must reside and/or work in Sangamon or Morgan County. The selectees’ career paths, educational background and community affiliations are varied. You can expect to […]