Sportsman’s Lounge reopens following extensive renovations, new ownership
The Sportsman’s Lounge is reopening today after being closed since the beginning of the year. The longtime neighborhood restaurant and tavern was purchased in March by four local investors, Greg Sronce, Matthew Davlin, Zach Washko and Dan Moja. They purchased the business at 229 W. Mason from Ralph “Pat” Patkus, who had operated the tavern…
The Cake Shoppe to open on North Walnut Avenue
Julie Shuler has worked in the social services for the past eight years, but she says her passion has always been cakes. “When I was a teenager in Massachusetts, I learned how to decorate cakes and worked for a high-end Italian bakery,” she said. “It got me through college, and over the years a couple…
Building permit roundup – Dec. 6 – Dec. 12, 2021
Catalina Investments, LLC obtained a commercial building permit for 2860 E. Adlai Stevenson Drive. Green Construction is the contractor and the project is valued at $225,000. Blacksmith Properties, LLC obtained a commercial remodel permit for 623 E. Washington St. Mike Zerkle is the contractor and the project is valued at $20,000. Nesix, Inc. obtained a…
Carrollton Bank expands Springfield branch
Carrollton Bank is in the midst of a significant project at its Springfield location. O’Shea Builders is adding 3,000 square feet to the back of the building at 2135 Wabash Ave., one of a dozen locations for Carrollton Bank throughout central Illinois and the St. Louis and Metro East area. “We’ve seen significant growth in…
Patrick Beveridge has joined the Community Bankers Association of Illinois
The Community Bankers Association of Illinois (CBAI) has hired Patrick Beveridge as chief financial officer, effective Dec. 13. He replaces Lisa Lippert, who is retiring as controller on Dec. 31 after 22 years with the association. “CBAI is excited to have Patrick join our team. Although we will miss the fiscal stewardship and dedication Lisa…
Million’s Crab closes Springfield location
Million’s Crab Boiled Seafood has closed its Springfield location in the former TGI Fridays space at 2100 W. White Oaks Dr. as of Dec. 6. The Cajun seafood chain, based in Ohio, has been expanding aggressively throughout the Midwest with 10 locations in Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, Wisconsin and Minnesota. According to the company’s website, three…
Building permit roundup – Nov. 29 – Dec. 5, 2021
Carrollton Bank obtained a commercial building permit for 2135 Wabash Ave. O’Shea Builders is the contractor and the project is valued at $1,200,000. Ash Grove Apartments, LLC obtained a commercial accessory structure permit for 4500 W. Ash Grove Drive. Joyner Construction Services, Inc. is the contractor and the project is valued at $72,000. YMCA obtained…
Memorial Health acquires former Homestyle Inn and Suites
Memorial Health has acquired the property at 500 N. First St., which previously operated as the Homestyle Inn and Suites. The location at the southwest corner of First Street and Carpenter Street is directly across from the main entrance to the hospital’s campus. Demolition on the building is underway. In a written statement, a spokesperson…
Brian and Melissa Reilly of Cured Catering acquiring 5 Flavors, Secret Recipes
While the catering industry was hard-hit by the pandemic and ensuing event restrictions, one Springfield-area catering company is poised for a significant expansion. “We are under contract to purchase the building at 3086 Normandy Road and all the assets, including the names 5 Flavors and Secret Recipes,” said Brian Reilly, owner of Cured Catering. “Going…
Erica Smith to become executive director of Hospital Sisters Mission Outreach
Erica Smith, executive director of Helping Hands of Springfield, has announced her resignation effective January 14, 2021. Smith will join Hospital Sisters Health System as the executive director of Hospital Sisters Mission Outreach in February. She will replace Georgia Winson in this role, who is retiring in February. Smith has served as the director of…
Medics First and Memorial Health to occupy former Shop ‘n Save on North Grand Avenue
Advanced Medical Transport of Springfield, the parent company of Medics First, has purchased the former Shop ‘n Save property at 200 North Grand Ave. West. In addition to serving as the new headquarters for the nonprofit ambulance company, a portion of the building will be leased to Memorial Health. “We identified an opportunity to relocate…
Building permit roundup – Nov. 15 – Nov. 28, 2021
Henry W. Humphrey and Iona Mae Humphrey trustees obtained a commercial building permit for a new detached building at 1821 S. 15th St. Reiser Construction Co. is the contractor and the project is valued at $650,000. William W. Tinsley obtained a commercial remodel permit for 1104 E. Sangamon Ave. The owner is the contractor and…
Grand opening planned for Peace, Love & Sweat
Peace, Love & Sweat, an infrared sauna studio, will hold its grand opening on Friday, Dec. 3 and Saturday, Dec. 4. The business is located at 3450 Liberty Drive in a retail building behind Target and across from Sky Zone. Owner Ann Cowhick said that COVID-19 prompted her to make a career change. She had…
Laguna Brava Mexican Restaurant opens on Wabash Avenue
After working in the restaurant industry for years, Felipe Gomez has now opened a restaurant of his own. Laguna Brava Mexican Restaurant opened Sunday, Nov. 21, in the former Los Agaves space at 2466 Wabash Ave. It’s located in the Sherwood Plaza shopping center at the corner of Wabash Avenue and Veterans Parkway, next to…
Lincoln Plaza Galleria opens on the Old State Capitol plaza
Lincoln Plaza Galleria, an art gallery, gift shop and café, has opened in the former Robbie’s Restaurant space at 4 Old State Capitol Plaza. The main part of the gallery provides space for local artists, while the gift shop features art purchased wholesale from around the U.S., due to the higher volume of sales. An…
