A new entertainment complex and indoor/outdoor food court is under construction in Legacy Pointe. A group of local developers has broken ground for Legends Entertainment, a 46,000-square-foot complex that will house a food court with five local restaurants, two bars, a bowling alley and gaming for both kids and adults. While plans for the new […]
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Groundbreaking for Friendly Honda expansion
Friendly Honda of Springfield will hold a groundbreaking ceremony June 20 for a major renovation and expansion of the dealership at 2500 Prairie Crossing Drive. The year-long renovation aims to modernize the dealership’s facilities, enhancing both functionality and aesthetics. Key aspects of the renovation include a modernized showroom, upgraded service center with additional service bays […]
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New ownership for Turasky Meats
Kris Sterbinsky, a longtime employee of Turasky Meats, has purchased the business founded in 1949. Sterbinsky said he is already familiar with both small business ownership and the meat industry. “I grew up as part of a family lawncare company,” he said. “And I’ve been in the meat industry for 21 years now. Prior to […]
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Building permits – June 2 to June 8
City of Springfield received a commercial accessory structure permit for 1309 S. 11th St. Contractor is Heights Tower Services and the project is valued at $15,000. Wal-Mart Rea Estate Business Trust received a commercial accessory structure permit for 3401 Freedom Drive. Contractor is Wal-Mart and the project is valued at $1,000. Walker Martin LLC received […]
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Jay Shanle joins SAAC
The Springfield Area Arts Council has hired Jay Shanle as its new program director, effective May 27. His position will primarily focus on organizing the 2026 Levitt AMP concert series under the direction of SAAC’s board of directors and with the guidance of former Levitt AMP organizers. SAAC has assumed direction of the 2025 Levitt […]
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New ownership for The Track Shack
The Track Shack has been owned and operated by the same family since 1959, but that is about to change. Joe Jannazzo, who has owned the iconic bar and grill at 233 E. Laurel St. since 1979, told SBJ that he is selling the business to Todd Rauthenberg. Rauthenberg most recently served as the general […]
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Fourth Springfield location for Club Car Wash
Club Car Wash is preparing to open its fourth Springfield location in four years. A “coming soon” sign is on display at 1700 W. Jefferson St. But unlike the first three locations, this one will involve remodeling an existing car wash rather than new construction. Niemann Holdings LLC purchased the property in April 2021 for […]
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County Market to permanently close pharmacies
The pharmacies in all three of Springfield’s remaining County Market locations, as well as one in Chatham, will permanently close as of June 12. All ongoing prescriptions have been purchased by CVS. Customers will be able to fill their prescriptions at any CVS location in Springfield, according to a spokesperson for Quincy-based Niemann Foods, which […]
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Cowork Springfield opens on west side
Cowork Springfield has launched to provide flexible workspaces for small businesses looking for an alternative to working from home or in traditional offices. “We saw a growing need in Springfield for a space that offers both flexibility and a sense of connection,” said John Curry, CEO and founder of Cowork Springfield, 2532 Farragut Drive. “This […]
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Building permits – May 26 to June 1
Tiny Hands LLC c/o Rachel Cox received a commercial remodel permit for 1510 N. 15th St. No contractor listed. Project valued at $1,000. The Windsor Development Group received a commercial permit for 201 W. Mason St. Contractor is Windsor Homes, Inc. and the project is valued at $1 million. The Windsor Development Group received a […]
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Myers Building sells at auction for $500K
The Myers Building in downtown Springfield will celebrate its 100th anniversary in September, and the historic property now has a new owner after three generations of ownership by the Myers family. Marcus & Millichap, a commercial real estate firm, initially announced plans to auction the property in December, but it was later extended to allow […]
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Lana Shovlin joins Lincoln Library
Lana Shovlin, the new public relations manager for Lincoln Library, describes the role as her dream job. “I’m an avid reader, and I love the library,” she said. “I was not actively looking (for employment), but a girlfriend of mine sent me the job listing.” Shovlin said her love for libraries dates back to her […]