Over several decades, the building at the southwest corner of Fifth and Monroe streets has been the site of numerous bars and nightspots. The Firehouse, Craft Beer Bar, Jake & Elwood’s, the Wooden Nickel and Crocodile Rock have all had a home at 430 E. Monroe St. Following the St. Patrick’s Day closure of its […]
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Catie Sheehan joins Memorial Health
Catie Sheehan has joined Memorial Health as the vice president of marketing and communications. In this role, she will oversee marketing and internal and external communications for Memorial’s five hospitals, outpatient clinics and system operations. Sheehan most recently served as the deputy director of the Illinois Office of Tourism, but has an extensive background in […]
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An outdoor food court for Southtown
The Springfield Project at CAP 1908 Innovation & Coworking Center is planning the creation of an outdoor food court to promote entrepreneurship even as it introduces a summer market series. The Springfield Project’s goal of developing an outdoor entrepreneurial food court was given a boost after the Springfield City Council on May 19 adopted an […]
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Area data center updates
Plans for CyrusOne’s $500 million data center in Sangamon County are moving forward, with construction expected to begin this summer, after approval two months ago in a County Board vote that crossed party lines. Meanwhile, debate on the potential Meridian Technology Park data center – 10 times more expensive and two miles west of Taylorville […]
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Building permits – June 1 to June 7
Bob Blacklock received a commercial permit (new construction) for 800 W. Stanford Ave. Contractor is Aaron Anast and the project is valued at $2,465,352. H & I Real Estate LLP received a commercial remodel permit for 2701 Sangamon Ave. Contractor is Fine Line Pavement LLC and the project is valued at $183,000. Troopers Lodge No. […]
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New owner for historic office building
A historic property that recently served as the administrative headquarters for Conn’s Hospitality Group is now the Springfield office for a Chicago-based nonprofit. The Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus Foundation acquired the property at 625 S. Second St., known as the Dewitt Wickliffe Smith Mansion, as of June 1. It was purchased for $245,000, according to […]
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SIU School of Medicine names new dean
Southern Illinois University has selected Dr. Ian B.K. Martin to serve as the next provost and dean of SIU School of Medicine. Martin will also serve as CEO of SIU Medicine, the school’s faculty practice. Martin was selected following a highly competitive national search because of his extensive experience in academic and clinical leadership and […]
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Doug Gholson joins Edwards Group
Doug Gholson has joined Edwards Group, a Springfield law firm specializing in elder care and estate planning, as chief operating officer. Gholson has a versatile background that spans business coaching, collegiate-level leadership, the contractor industry and marketing. He most recently served as vice president of marketing for Capitol Group, Inc. and prior to that was […]
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Tjelmeland Laketown Automotive closing
After nearly five decades in business, the Tjelmeland Laketown Automotive dealership will be closing at the end of this month. Joel Tjelmeland Jr., the second generation of the Tjelmeland family to run the used car dealership, said he decided to close the business after being approached by an outside party who was interested in purchasing […]
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ISP foundation acquires former bank building
A new public space in downtown Springfield for people to learn about history will be located in a former bank building. It will tell stories of the 74 Illinois State Police officers who have died in the line of duty and display unique ISP artifacts such as uniforms, old equipment and a fleet of eight […]
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Haxel Law expands downtown office
Haxel Law has expanded its downtown Springfield office and added two additional attorneys. Located at 310 Adams St., the firm’s office now includes adjoining space within its existing downtown location. Founding attorney Martin Haxel said the expansion strengthens the firm’s operational capacity while contributing to sustained use of downtown office space. “The expansion of our […]
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Building permits – May 25 to May 31
Legacy Park Sports LLC received a commercial accessory structure for 3751 Imagineer Drive. Contractor is Tardis Structures, LLC and the project is valued at $18,000. Applicant Andy Patel received a commercial remodel permit for 2730 S. Sixth St., Suite B. Contractor is Joyner Construction and the project is valued at $250,000. Wykoff MTG Services Inc. […]