Jacksonville Regional Economic Development Corporation (JREDC) Vice Chairman Kai Schnitker honored the recipients of JREDC’s two annual awards during the organization’s investor appreciation event held at Twisted Tree Music Hall in Jacksonville on Oct 4. Since 1990, JREDC’s Existing Industry Committee has presented the Industry of the Year Award to a company exhibiting outstanding business […]
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Seniors invest in social capital
Sarah Phalen, president and CEO of INB, tells the story of her mom, Lora Murgatroyd, who felt she could improve the upkeep of the flowers and bushes in her home community of Sherman. “She started daily watering and weeding because she saw the need,” says Phalen. “She eventually spearheaded a new group called Making Our […]
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The popularity of pickleball
The explosion of interest in pickleball in Springfield could see the number of available courts nearly double in the foreseeable future, with the opening of the Premier Pickleball Center late this fall and the possibility of adding a dozen or more outdoor courts at Centennial Park. “Springfield’s biggest need has been indoor play space, particularly […]
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Express Employment offering complimentary webinar, “Maximizing Performance Reviews in the 21st Century”
Express Employment Professionals, in partnership with Frontline Training Solutions, is offering a complimentary webinar, “Maximizing Performance Reviews in the 21st Century,” on Sept. 29 at 11 a.m. In today’s rapidly evolving workplace, traditional performance reviews often fall short in providing the timely and proactive feedback that employees crave. These reviews tend to be backward-looking, assessing […]
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When crisis reveals the best life has to offer
By Holly A. Whisler Chris Schmulbach has been a competitor since he was a boy racing motocross. He liked it so much he turned pro and raced Supercross. After years of risk-taking and sustaining numerous broken bones, he decided to retire from racing and play it safe, especially since he was now a husband and […]
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Q&A with Angie Sowle
By David Blanchette Angie Sowle grew up in a small town in Iowa where the YMCA was an integral part of the community. The summer before her senior year of college, she had an internship at her hometown YMCA, overseeing a summer program for low-income children. Seeing the profound effects it had on the children’s […]
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Travelers Kitchen to hold grand opening Sept. 8
Travelers Kitchen, a restaurant specializing in African cuisine, has been open since April but is now planning a Sept. 8 grand opening to roll out its expanded menu and extended operating hours. “We’ve been up and running with a limited menu,” said owner Ansumana Darboe. “We’ve been trying it out to see what the community […]
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CILCSA to host workshop on “The Intangible It”
The Central Illinois Customer Service Association (CILCSA) is hosting a workshop on “The Intangible It,” featuring Jack Stahlmann, on Thursday, Oct. 5. Stahlmann, also known as the “don’t flinch guy,” inspires organizations by sharing the lessons he has learned in Los Angeles as an actor, producer, director, and of course, a waiter. By sharing humorous […]
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‘Shoes, Brews & Biz on Oct. 5
Come out to the LRS Hanger at Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport on Thursday, Oct. 5, from 5-9 p.m. for ‘Shoes, Brews & Biz, hosted by the Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce and presenting sponsor Bank & Trust Company. Sample unique horseshoes and craft beers from area restaurants and breweries, plus tour the car and motorcycle […]
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IWIL symposium: Empowered Women Empower Women coming Sept. 28
The 11th annual Illinois Women in Leadership symposium, Empowered Women Empower Women, will be held on Thursday, Sept. 28, at the Crowne Plaza. The symposium is comprised of 10 sessions and promises a day of inspiration, motivation and actionable tips for both professional and personal fulfillment. According to Desiree Logsdon, an IWIL member and symposium […]
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“Leading for Wellbeing” webinar to be offered Aug. 8
Express Employment Professionals, in partnership with Frontline Training Solutions, is offering a complimentary webinar, “Leading for Wellbeing,” on Aug. 8 at 11 a.m. Wellbeing is good for people, but it’s also good for business – and it’s been declining continuously. Leaders are facing increasing pressure, challenges and emotional labor. But they can take care of […]
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KSID Interiors merging with Graham & Hyde Architects
KSID Interiors, Inc. will be joining Graham & Hyde Architects as of Sept. 1. Kris Salter founded KSID Interiors in 2006 to provide professional interior design services to clients and design teams across central Illinois, and eventually, across the country. Graham & Hyde Architects, 1010 Clocktower Drive, is an architectural firm founded in 1968. “The […]