Mall at White Oaks, LLC obtained a commercial remodel permit for Mission BBQ at 2401 W. Wabash Ave. Forrest Grove East, LLC is the contractor and the project is valued at $550,000. Fred W. Wanless, LLC in care of Barber, Segatto, et al. obtained a commercial building permit for new construction at 1001 Lincolnshire Boulevard. […]
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J. Parkes to close
Owner Jan Parkes has announced plans to close her boutique, J. Parkes, as of Dec. 31. She and her sister, Ann, operate the retail store at 315 Chatham Rd. that offers a variety of unique clothing, jewelry and home décor items. In a message to customers posted on the business’ website, Parkes said, “I have […]
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Harvest Market ramps up hiring in anticipation of November opening
The former County Market on West White Oaks Drive in Springfield is preparing to reopen as the country’s second Harvest Market, a health-oriented grocery store focused on providing farm-to-table options. In anticipation of a mid-November opening, Quincy-based Niemann Foods, Inc. is currently hiring workers to fill approximately 200 positions. According to Gerry Kettler, Niemann’s director […]
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Building permit roundup – Sept. 21-Sept. 27
TRI Murti Group LLC obtained a commercial remodel permit for work at 1701 N. J. David Jones Parkway. The contractor is CGI Commercial Contracting and the project is valued at $75,000. Keith Hoogland Limited Partnership obtained a commercial remodel permit for a demolition and remodel at 3211 W. Iles Ave. Revival Construction, LLC is the […]
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Milner Dentistry moves to new, larger location on South Grand Avenue
After an extensive remodeling of the former Coombe-Bloxdorf building, Milner Dentistry has relocated to 755 South Grand Ave., effective Sept. 30. Dr. Ty Milner purchased the building last year as a way to expand his general dentistry practice. Milner’s father, Dr. David Milner, established the dental practice in 1987, which had been located at 201 […]
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Grand opening for Whimsy Tea on Saturday, Oct. 3
Whimsy Tea Company, a popular farmers market vendor, is opening a brick-and-mortar location at 413 E. Adams in downtown Springfield. Gordon and Laura Davis started the business in spring 2019 and credit Springfield’s business ecosystem for their ability to grow rapidly. The couple took advantage of the programs and networking in Innovate Springfield, Springfield Local […]
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Million’s Crab to open in former TGI Fridays
Million’s Crab Boiled Seafood, a Cajun seafood chain based in Ohio, is coming to Springfield as part of an extensive expansion throughout the Midwest. Marketing director Commi Tong said that Million’s Crab plans to open Nov. 1 in the former TGI Fridays space at 2100 W. White Oaks Dr. Tong said that remodeling work is […]
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Building permit roundup – Sept. 14-Sept. 20
Real Estate Service and Consulting, LLC obtained a commercial remodel permit for 550 W. Miller St. The owner is the contractor and the project is valued at $70,000. Lexah, Inc. obtained a commercial remodel permit for 316 E. Adams St. The owner is the contractor and the project is valued at $50,000. Colt Properties, LLC […]
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Cooper’s AlleySide closing, catering and food truck to continue
Cooper’s AlleySide, the brick-and-mortar location for the popular Cooper’s StrEATside Bistro food truck, will close on Oct. 30. Justin and Kendra Cooper opened Cooper’s AlleySide, located inside King Pin Lanes at 3115 E. Sangamon Ave., in April 2017. At the time, the couple told SBJ they had a goal of opening a restaurant since launching […]
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Twyford BBQ moving business to Puerto Rico
Twyford BBQ & Catering is ending operations in central Illinois and moving the business to Puerto Rico. In a Facebook post, owner Randy Twyford said that as of Sept. 17 he finalized an opportunity that he has been “diligently pursuing” for the past year to relocate to Playa Jobos, Isabella, Puerto Rico. Twyford cited “the […]
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PhysioTherapy Professionals opening second location downtown
PhysioTherapy Professionals is expanding again, this time with a satellite location in downtown Springfield. “We have always had a dream of having a little downtown clinic to service everyone who lives and works downtown,” said co-owner Kirsten Transue of the decision to open a second location in the lower level of the historic Kerasotes building. […]
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The Salted Lemon Market & Creamery opens in former CherryBerry space
The Salted Lemon Market & Creamery, the latest venture of Three Twigs Group, is having its grand opening on Wednesday, Sept. 16. The third venture for husband-and-wife team Emily and Tim Lewis, The Salted Lemon is located next to its sister business, Biscuits & Brunch by Three Twigs at the corner of Iles and Chatham […]