Rumors have been flying about the fate of the former Denny’s restaurant on Wabash Avenue after the social media site 217 Memes posted last week that a Whataburger would be opening at that location, citing unnamed sources. However, Whataburger’s corporate office later commented on the post with this statement: “This post is a hoax and […]
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Change in ownership for State House Inn
The State House Inn, located at 101 E. Adams in Springfield, is undergoing a rebranding as part of a recent ownership change. General manager Jerald Harris stated that the prior owners sold the hotel on November 8, 2017. He explained that they are now owned by Packard Hospitality Group out of San Diego, California. “We’re […]
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ATHENA Leadership Award
Nominations for this year’s ATHENA Leadership Award are open. Nominations must be submitted online at iwil.biz by February 28. The ATHENA Leadership Award honors an exemplary leader who has achieved excellence in their business or profession, served the community in a meaningful way and, most importantly, actively assisted women to achieve their full leadership potential. […]
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Best Places to Work Reception
Members of the local business community are invited to attend the Best Places to Work reception and awards ceremony on Wednesday, February 7 from 5:30-7p.m. at the United Community Bank location at 1900 West Iles Avenue in Springfield. Please RSVP to michelle@springfieldbusinessjournal.com. The recipients of the 2018 “Best Places to Work,” sponsored by Springfield Business […]
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Website content management systems webinar offered by LRS Web Solutions
On February 7, LRS® Web Solutions will host a technical learning session on an essential online tool called the content management system (CMS). This free online seminar will help businesses learn how to keep websites relevant and engaging with the latest technology to keep visitors returning on a regular basis. Business owners and marketing professionals […]
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Fast-growing Senergy Electric has big plans
With small-town roots, specializing in health care and security systems BY ZACHARY ROTH Many businesses, whether they are local or national, had humble beginnings. For Matt Giacomini, Brandon Keafer and Senergy Electric, it was no different. “We waited three months for the phone to ring,” said Giacomini, Senergy’s president. “The first year was pretty slow. […]
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Strong roots help LRS grow
Private ownership allows long-term attention to meeting customer needs BY DAVID BLANCHETTE LRS turns 39 years old this year and is going stronger than ever, with operations on five continents and the ongoing expansion of its world headquarters in Springfield. But the global leader of information technology solutions remains firmly rooted in the Springfield community […]
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The proud history of architecture in Illinois
For the bicentennial, recognizing 200 great places BY MIKE WALDINGER Illinois could use a reminder of what we are capable of as well as something to look forward to. The bicentennial taking place in 2018 is the perfect occasion to find perspective and purpose. From an architectural point of view, there’s a lot to be […]
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Riedesel takes on new opportunity at Illini Country Club
Rich Riedesel, who has been with the Sangamo Club for 24 years, has accepted a position with Illini Country Club. He currently serves as the assistant general manager for Sangamo Club and his last day will be February 24. Riedesel, who is originally from Springfield, was involved in the opening of the Renaissance Hotel (now […]
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Former Atlantis Pools building sold
Atlantis Pools, based out of Alton, Illinois, closed their Springfield location in December 2016, citing poor sales in the local market. The freestanding building at 3014 Montvale Drive has been vacant since, and was listed for sale for nearly a year at $299,000. Kyle Killebrew, a broker with The Real Estate Group, purchased it last […]
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CNB Bank & Trust and Jacksonville Savings Bank to merge
CNB Bank Shares, Inc, and Jacksonville Bancorp, Inc. have jointly announced that they have entered into a definitive merger agreement whereby Jacksonville Bancorp will merge with and into CNB Shares. Jacksonville Savings Bank, the wholly-owned subsidiary of Jacksonville Bancorp, has six locations, including banks that operate under the names First Midwest in Virden and Litchfield […]
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Citizens Club of Springfield hosting policy breakfast on the Sangamon County Project
The Citizens Club of Springfield is hosting a policy breakfast on the Sangamon County Project on Friday, January 26 at 8 a.m. at the Hoogland Center for the Arts. A countywide, economic development corporation with an annual $1.5-2 million budget has been proposed, based on a report issued last fall. Sangamon County government contracted with […]