Marine Bank, headquartered in Springfield, Illinois, will merge into Morton Community Bank in the second quarter of 2023, adding 11 locations to the footprint of Morton Community Bank and bringing the total assets of the employee-owned community bank to about $5.75 billion. The transaction will also involve the acquisition of Marine Bancorp, Inc., the holding […]
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Magnolia Lane Home Décor and More to relocate to Wabash Avenue
After nearly a decade of operating from the same location, Magnolia Lane Home Décor and More is preparing to relocate. Marci Ridle purchased the business, originally known as 6th Street Home Décor and More, in April 2013 and moved into the current location at 3600 S. Sixth St. in July of that year. The business […]
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B’s Creative Studio moves to new, larger location
Brandy Fletcher opened B’s Creative Studio in March of this year and has already moved to a larger location. She initially opened at 2915 S. MacArthur Blvd. in a space next to Penny Lane. “We do a lot of classes for kids and adults, and we quickly outgrew that space,” Fletcher said. “Plus, we had […]
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Brian Lauer retiring, closing AB Lauer Jewelers
After more than 40 years in the jewelry industry, Brian Lauer, owner of AB Lauer Jewelers, is retiring and closing the business at 1927 W. Iles Ave. in Springfield. AB Lauer Jewelers has operated since 2009, but the history of the family business dates back to 1910 when Stout’s Jewelers began. Brian’s father, Art Lauer, […]
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Building Permits – Nov. 21 – Nov. 27, 2022
Depend-A-Bull Motors, Inc. obtained a commercial roofing permit for 601 S. Dirksen Parkway. Griffitts Construction Co. Inc. is the contractor and the project is valued at $32,340. Whistle Pig Illinois, Inc. obtained a commercial demolition permit for 1015 S. First St. to demolish portions impacted by fire. The owner is the contractor and the project […]
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Wildly Rooted Boutique opening downtown
Three small business owners and artisans have teamed up to open Wildly Rooted Boutique in downtown Springfield. The store will hold a grand opening on Saturday, Nov. 26. Callie Estes, owner of Jo Jo’s Jewelry; Jessica Lynn, owner of Green Haven Co. and One Knotty Maker in Jacksonville; and Courtney Wright, owner of Cloth + […]
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Ad Astra Wine Bar & Market opens downtown
After more than a year of renovation and restoration in the space at 308 E. Adams St., Ad Astra Wine Bar & Market is holding a grand opening on Saturday, Nov. 26. A ribbon cutting will take place at 10 a.m. and the business will be open until 10 p.m. that day. A Sip ‘n […]
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Building Permits – Nov. 14 – Nov. 20, 2022
Bright New Day Investments obtained a commercial remodel permit for 524 E. Monroe St. Siciliano is the contractor and the project is valued at $50,000. Springfield Clinic, LLP obtained a commercial building permit for 730 E. Vine St. O’Shea Builders is the contractor and the project is valued at $12,900,000. Federal National Mortgage Association obtained […]
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Noodles & Company reopens Springfield location
Fast-casual restaurant Noodles & Company has reopened at 2575 Wabash Ave. after closing its Springfield location in August due to staffing shortages. “Noodles & Company franchise operator IWI Ventures made the difficult decision to temporarily close to refresh the restaurant, team and service provided to Springfield’s Noodles fans on August 4,” according to a written […]
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Building Permits – Nov. 7 – Nov. 13, 2022
Sangamon County obtained a commercial remodel permit for 915 E. Capitol Ave. R. D. Lawrence Construction Co. Ltd. is the contractor and the project is valued at $1,200,000. Sojourn Shelter & Service, Inc. obtained a commercial roofing permit for 1800 Westchester Blvd. 217 Gutters & Exterior Remodeling is the contractor and the project is valued […]
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Better With Bubbli Boutique to hold grand opening Nov. 18
Better With Bubbli Boutique, a women’s boutique with the motto, “Life is better with a glass of champagne and a new outfit,” will be hold a grand opening on Nov. 18. The business will be the first to open in the new Wabash Crossing Mall, located at 3852 Stadium Drive in front of the AMC […]
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Firehouse Subs reopens in Springfield after a four-year absence
Firehouse Subs reopened in Springfield Nov. 11 after a four-year absence. The restaurant at 4151 W. Wabash Ave. previously operated from 2012-2018. The Veterans Day grand opening was especially appropriate since the new owner/operator, Larry Webb, is a veteran who served more than 20 years in the U.S. Army. “How symbolic to be able to […]