Ryan Croke has been elected president of the Mid-Illinois Medical District, established in 2003 by the Illinois General Assembly to help promote growth in a one-square-mile area just north of downtown Springfield. Dr. Charlotte Warren, president of Lincoln Land Community College, had served as the MIMD president for the past 10 years. Croke is the […]
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Grateful Coffee Co. to open
A new coffee shop is opening at 1370 Toronto Road in Springfield, and the owners say the name, Grateful Coffee Co., is intended to pay tribute to everyone who has helped them achieve their dream of opening a small business. Owners Brandon and Cana Austin are friends with Emily and Tim Lewis, who currently operate […]
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Sara Wojcicki Jimenez has started KIND Consulting
Sara Wojcicki Jimenez has started her own business, KIND Consulting. She most recently worked as director of marketing, communications and advocacy for HSHS Central Illinois Division but is best known for her work in state government and as a television reporter. “Living through this pandemic has given me some time to reflect,” she said. “I […]
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Rick Stewart, a former principal at Hesse Martone, has started his own law firm.
Rick Stewart has started his own law practice, The Stewart Law Firm, as of Jan. 1. He was most recently a principal with Hesse Martone in Springfield. “I’m doing the same type of law as before, labor employment law,” Stewart said. “I have clients all over the state of Illinois.” His law office is now […]
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Jerk Shop Go is expanding in White Oaks Mall
Jerk Shop Go is opening in the White Oaks Mall food court on Feb. 8, but fans of the Carribean cuisine will still be able to patronize the original downtown location as well. “The move to White Oaks Mall is an expansion,” said owner Kadejia Berkley. “We’re hoping to introduce our brand to a new […]
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DSI recognized the people, places and pivots of 2020 in its first-ever virtual dinner
For the first time in 28 years, Downtown Springfield Inc. held its annual dinner and awards ceremony in a virtual format on Jan. 21. Tickets for the event — the biggest fundraiser of the year to support downtown revitalization — included takeout from one of six downtown restaurants, the option to add on a cocktail […]
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Sandler Training interactive workshop
As you reflect on the past year, are you frustrated that you didn’t hit your goals? Worried that you and your spouse or partner are drifting apart? Tired of setting New Year’s resolutions that don’t last much past January? Most people feel this way because they lack a goal, a path to that goal, and/or […]
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Building permit roundup – Dec. 14-Dec. 20
Barbell Holdings, LLC obtained a commercial building permit for new construction at 4600 W. Alex Blvd. Baldovin Construction Co. is the contractor and the project is valued at $740,000. Corporation Service Company obtained a commercial remodel permit for interior work at 801 E. Adlai Stevenson Drive. R. D. Lawrence Construction Co., Ltd. is the contractor […]
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Lisa’s Boutique has opened in Enos Park
After sitting vacant for decades and undergoing an extensive renovation, a historic storefront in Enos Park is now home to a new tenant. Lisa’s Boutique opened on Dec. 13, offering a selection of women and men’s clothing, shoes, jewelry and accessories. The business also sells and rents floral arrangements for special occasions or home décor, […]
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Building permit roundup – Nov. 16-Nov. 22
Kathleen Knox Hoogland Living Trust obtained a commercial remodel permit for at build out at 1614 S. MacArthur Blvd. Larry Pedigo is the contractor and the project is valued at $150,000. 2222 South, LLC obtained a commercial remodel permit for 2234 S. Sixth St. The owner is the contractor and the project is valued at […]