The Pekin Lions Club will be celebrating Family
and Friends Month in April by joining the Lions World Lunch Relay on April 4th. It's a 24-hour international event that
brings families and friends of Lions together in their local communities with
families and friends of Lions around the world. Don't miss this special day of
food, family and fun! Pekin Lions will be having their lunch at Trinity
Lutheran Church, 700 South 4th St. from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Please come join us for chili and sandwiches
and learn more about Lions Clubs International and the Pekin Lions Club.
Our Vision: To be the trusted partner for the Pekin business community. Our Mission: To foster and promote a vibrant business environment for the benefit of our members.
Monday, March 31, 2014
Facet Technologies and Nerds On Call welcome Michael Pile
Facet Technologies and Nerds on Call would like to
congratulate Michael Pile on his new position here at Facet and Nerds. Michael
is joining our team as a Business Sales Representative. Michael has been a part
of the Bloomington/Normal area for 5 years and will be leading our sales
efforts in that region. Michael had the following to say about joining the
Facet team; “I’m excited and looking forward to the opportunity to provide a
great service to the businesses of McLean County. Facet Technologies has a
great reputation of providing the best service and support for their clients
and it’s going to be fun to watch the company’s presence grow.” Facet and Nerds
welcome Mike and are happy to have such a great individual join our team!
Facet Technologies and Nerds on Call welcome Don Bollis
Facet Technologies and Nerds on Call would like to offer a warm welcome to
our newest team member, Don Bollis. Don has joined the Facet and Nerds team as
a Business Sales Representative. Don has been a part of the Peru area for 23
years and will be leading our sales efforts in the Peru area. Don had a few
words to say about joining the Facet team: "I'm proud to be joining Facet
Technologies. They are a proven leader in the industry and provide a valuable
service to its customers". Facet and Nerds are happy to have an individual
like Don on our team and look forward to a successful future.
Pekin Hospital Earns ACR Accreditation
Pekin
Hospital has been awarded a three-year term of accreditation in stereotactic
breast biopsy as the result of a recent review by the American College of
Radiology (ACR).
A
breast biopsy is performed to remove cells — either surgically or through a
less invasive procedure involving a hollow needle — from an area in the breast
suspected to be cancerous. These cells are examined under a microscope to
determine a diagnosis. In stereotactic breast biopsy, a special mammography
machine helps guide the radiologist’s instruments to the site of an abnormal
growth.
The
ACR gold seal of accreditation represents the highest level of image quality
and patient safety. It is awarded only to facilities meeting ACR Practice
Guidelines and Technical Standards after a peer-review evaluation by
board-certified physicians and medical physicists who are experts in the field.
Image quality, personnel qualifications, adequacy of facility equipment,
quality control procedures, and quality assurance programs are assessed. The
findings are reported to the ACR Committee on Accreditation, which subsequently
provides the practice with a comprehensive report they can use for continuous
practice improvement.
The
ACR is a national professional organization serving more than 36,000
diagnostic/interventional radiologists, radiation oncologists, nuclear medicine
physicians, and medical physicists with programs focusing on the practice of
medical imaging and radiation oncology and the delivery of comprehensive health
care services.
Aldi's Grand Opening
Friday, March 28, 2014
Comcast Innovations 4 Entrepeneurs
Comcast Business Launches Innovations 4 Entrepreneurs Contest
Comcast Business, with Inc. Magazine, is
holding an “Innovations 4 Entrepreneurs” Contest aimed at entrepreneurs that
are resourcefully leveraging technology to enhance customer and employee
experiences. The Contest entry period is from now through April 30, 2014
and is open to business owners at least 18 years of age or older that are located
within the Comcast Business service area and own an independent, non-franchised
business with 50 employees or less.
Based on an essay submission, entries will
be judged and two winners will be selected in each of the 16 Comcast Business
Regions: one best use of technology to enhance the customer experience and one
best use of technology to enhance the employee experience.
Each winner will be awarded a $5,000 cash
prize plus Comcast Business Internet and TV services for two years plus up to
$2,500 Comcast Business Account Credit services, along with services from
Comcast’s Upware partners Cisco, Microsoft, Symantec, DocuSign, Soonr and
Swiftpage Engage for one year. The total approximate value of cash and prizes
is up to $15,000. Winners will then be eligible for the grand prize,
worth up to $40,000.
From the 32 regional winners, six will be
named as grand prize winners and will receive an additional $20,000 and a
special trip to New York where they and a guest will have one-on-one consulting
with four business experts: Michael Angelakis, Vice Chairman and Chief
Financial Officer for Comcast; Amy Banse, Managing Director and Head of Funds
for Comcast Ventures; Marcus Lemonis, Businessman, Investor, TV personality and
Philanthropist; and, Robert Irvine, Celebrity Chef and Entrepreneur. They
will also receive a VIP tour of 30 Rockefeller Center and an awards dinner prepared
by Celebrity Chef Robert Irvine.
Entrepreneurs are encouraged to visit
business.comcast.com/i4E to submit their application and essay. Entries
are due by April 30, 2014.
Regional winners will be notified the week of May 19, 2014. From May 20
– June 1, 2014 there will be public voting on the 32 regional winners to help
determine the six grand prize winners. They will be announced on June 23,
2014 with the New York awards event planned for August 26, 2014.
Preston-Hanley Offers Grief Support at Miller Center
On
April 3, 2014, Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes &
Crematory
will begin hosting a grief support group at Miller Senior Citizens Center (551
S. 14th St.) as part of its aftercare program. The new group, “Learning to Live Again,” will be held the first
and third Thursdays every other month from 1 to 3 p.m. and addresses four
topics to help participants process grief in a healthy manner, while
experiencing their emotions.
“The
grief support group will be led by our Aftercare Coordinator, John Plunkett,”
D. Neale Hanley, Sr., owner and funeral director, said. “As a retired pastor,
John has more than 46 years of experience helping families through their times
of grieving.”
About
“Learning to Live Again”
Utilizing
counseling and education therapy to help people through their grief, Plunkett
will address four topics in the support group every other month. The
first two topics will be addressed on the first Thursday, while the second two
topics are covered on the third Thursday. For example, April 3 will
cover “The Nature of Grief” and “It’s Your Choice,” and April 17 will
address “STUG Exterminators” and “Memories.”
1)
The Nature of Grief –
An introductory time for the coordinator to get acquainted with participants
and explore the characteristics and duration of grief.
2)
It’s Your Choice –
Grieving becomes a choice. The group will address the fact that people have the
ability to make the choice to heal from their grieving.
3)
STUG Exterminators –
The coordinator will introduce STUGS (Sudden Temporary Upsurges of Grief) and
their exterminators. The focus will be on limiting or eliminating these often
debilitating upsurges.
4)
Memories – Healing
through grief is not meant to dissuade people from memories of their loved one,
but to help them find ways that are not depressing to keeping their memory
alive.
For
more information and dates, check preston-hanley.com or call 309-346-2176.
Thursday, March 27, 2014
Sears Hometown & Outlet Joins the Chamber!
Sears Hometown & Outlet
3247 Court St. Suite A
Pekin, IL 61554
Adam White, SGM 309-210-7800
Sear Hometown & Outlet store is a company owned location. Appliances, lawn & garden, tools, mattresses, outdoor living & fitness products will all be available in the store. There is also a vast assortment of products available via the online warehouse.
We look forward to the store opening soon!
Wednesday, March 26, 2014
Membership Renewals
Thanks to the following businesses, organizations and individuals who have renewed their investment in the chamber…
4-Star MVPs: UnityPoint Health Methodist
3-Star MVPs: Ameren Illinois
2-Star MVPs: Aventine Renewable Energy
1-Star MVPs: Bond Eye ~ Kouri’s Pub ~ PAL Health Technologies ~ Savant Capital Management
Classic: Artistic Community Theatre ~ Command Center ~ Edward Jones - Chris Petersen ~ Family Quick Care Pekin ~ First United Methodist Church ~ Grace United Methodist Church of Pekin ~ Greg's Garage Door Service ~ Knights of Columbus ~ P/L/R Insurance Services, Inc. ~ Pekin Area Network ~ Pekin National Bank ~ Pekin Trophy House & Engraved Gifts ~ Sabella Street Station ~ Sam Leman Auto Stop ~ Sonic America's Drive-In ~ Uftring Chrysler Dodge Jeep ~ World Wide Travel
Biz Barometer
L The number of homes sold in Pekin in the first two months of 2014 is down 22.8% compared to the previous year. The trend is the same in the other large Tazewell County communities: Morton –13.8%, Washington –20.0%, and East Peoria 28.2%.
L The average sales price of Pekin home sales in the first two months of 2014 was $97,854. That is down 8.8% from the same period last year.
J The average sales price of residential units in the other large Tazewell Communities was up for the first two months of 2014, compared to the previous year: East Peoria +3.5%, Morton +35.8%, and Washington 64.8%.
J The unemployment rate in Pekin was 10.8% in January, down from 10.9% in December and 11.4% last January.
L Only 14,953 people were employed in Pekin. That is the smallest number since January of 2010.
L The unemployment rate in Illinois was 10.2% in January, up from 8.6% in December and 10.1% last January.
K Total U.S. nonfarm payroll employment increased by 175,000 in February, and the unemployment rate was little changed at 6.7 percent. Employment increased in professional and business services and in wholesale trade but declined in information.
L Pekin’s March sales tax disbursement from the state was down 14.0% compared to a year ago. Pekin’s sales tax disbursement for the past 12 months was 2.7% less than the previous 12 month period.
J East Peoria’s sales tax disbursement from the state for the past 12 months is 11.7% greater than the previous 12 months, while Washington (1.9%) and Morton (1.0%) are also up compared to the 12 month period.
K The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.1 percent in February on a seasonally adjusted basis. Over the last 12 months, the all items index increased 1.1 percent before seasonal adjustment.
(Source: Peoria Area Association of Realtors, Illinois Department of Revenue, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Illinois Department of Employment Security)
K Total U.S. nonfarm payroll employment increased by 175,000 in February, and the unemployment rate was little changed at 6.7 percent. Employment increased in professional and business services and in wholesale trade but declined in information.
L Pekin’s March sales tax disbursement from the state was down 14.0% compared to a year ago. Pekin’s sales tax disbursement for the past 12 months was 2.7% less than the previous 12 month period.
J East Peoria’s sales tax disbursement from the state for the past 12 months is 11.7% greater than the previous 12 months, while Washington (1.9%) and Morton (1.0%) are also up compared to the 12 month period.
K The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.1 percent in February on a seasonally adjusted basis. Over the last 12 months, the all items index increased 1.1 percent before seasonal adjustment.
(Source: Peoria Area Association of Realtors, Illinois Department of Revenue, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Illinois Department of Employment Security)
Tuesday, March 25, 2014
Register for April's Eggs & Issues!
Tazewell County and Beyond!
Hear information from David Zimmerman, Tazewell County Board Chairman, as he presents "Tazewell County in 2014 and Beyond!" And then hear from Ameren regarding how the area is working together to deal with power outages and storms. Speakers also include Tim Lee (Supervisor Electric Operations) and Steve Berguist (Superintendent Electric Operations).
Friday, April 4 from 7 - 9 am
Par-A-Dice Hotel
21 Blackjack Boulevard
Register on our website!
Hear information from David Zimmerman, Tazewell County Board Chairman, as he presents "Tazewell County in 2014 and Beyond!" And then hear from Ameren regarding how the area is working together to deal with power outages and storms. Speakers also include Tim Lee (Supervisor Electric Operations) and Steve Berguist (Superintendent Electric Operations).
Friday, April 4 from 7 - 9 am
Par-A-Dice Hotel
21 Blackjack Boulevard
Register on our website!
Medical Explorers Meeting Planned
Local
high school students interested in health careers are invited to attend a Medical
Explorers Meeting on April 16 from 6 – 8 p.m. at Pekin Hospital in the Park
Court Conference Centers. Angie Martis,
RT(R), will discuss imaging careers at Pekin Hospital.
Pekin
Hospital is partnering with the W.D. Boyce Council, Boy Scouts of America to
offer a Medical Explorers Post in Tazewell County. The program’s goal is to provide young men
and women the opportunity to receive hands-on, work-related experience and to
explore health careers they may never have otherwise considered. The program is open to young men and women
who are 14 (and have completed the eighth grade) through 20 years old who are
interested in learning more about health careers. The cost to join is only $10 per person.
For
more information on the Medical Explorers Program, please call (309) 353-0763
or visit pekinhospital.org.
Local Financial Advisors Receive Woman of Distinction Honor
Marilyn Burrell, Joni Hootman, and Kim O’Donohue, all Financial Advisors at
CEFCU, registered through CUNA Brokerage Services, Inc. have received 2013
Women of Distinction awards in recognition of their superior performance,
value, and overall contribution to the financial services industry.
Women of Distinction is an award presented by CUNA
Brokerage Services, Inc. recognizing the top female financial advisors
throughout the nation within their broker/dealer operation. Candidates are
nominated by industry peers, and selections are based on the nominee’s annual
performance and outlined contribution to their clientele, the credit unions
they service, as well as the financial services industry as a whole.
Through their roles as a Woman of Distinction, Burrell,
Hootman, and O’Donohue will participate in a national mentoring program
sponsored by CUNA Brokerage Services, Inc. where they will have the opportunity
to work with, and foster, female advisors who are new to the industry.
CUNA Brokerage Services, Inc. utilizes face-to-face financial
advisors to help credit unions meet member retirement, investment and insurance
needs. Working onsite at credit unions, financial advisors provide members with
comprehensive financial services from simple transactions to complex financial
planning and wealth management services.
CUNA Brokerage Services provides Broker Dealer services to credit unions throughout the nation, offering a full range of investment products, variable insurance products, securities programs and professional services related to securities transactions.
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Thursday, March 20, 2014
18th Annual John M. Evans Scholarship Golf Tournament
The 18th Annual John M. Evans Scholarship Golf Tournament has been scheduled at Lick Creek Golf Course in Pekin, IL on Wednesday, June 18, 2014.
This tournament is specifically designed to raise money to perpetuate this scholarship fund so Laborers' Local 231can continue to give financial assistance to qualified recipients. Last year's tourney netted approximately $12,000.00 from which Laborers' Local 231 was able to award 10 scholarships for the 2013-2014 school year.
To receive more information on participating or donating to this outing please contact Kate Beckman at Laborers' Local 231 (309-347-7106).
This tournament is specifically designed to raise money to perpetuate this scholarship fund so Laborers' Local 231can continue to give financial assistance to qualified recipients. Last year's tourney netted approximately $12,000.00 from which Laborers' Local 231 was able to award 10 scholarships for the 2013-2014 school year.
To receive more information on participating or donating to this outing please contact Kate Beckman at Laborers' Local 231 (309-347-7106).
Wednesday, March 19, 2014
Ameren Steps Forward to Prevent Abuse
Ameren Illinois is doing its part to help the young people in central Illinois recognize, respond and report bullying. Vice President of Customer Service & Metering Operations, Stan Ogden, will present a check for $25,000 to The Center for Prevention of Abuse in order to expand its work in local schools and day care settings.
Mr. Ogden states, “The Center has been very effective in helping nearly 20,000 students learn to keep their bodies safe, solve problems in a positive way and build healthy relationships. If Ameren Illinois can play any part in stopping the bullying or abuse of children, we will know that we’ve made a difference in our community. ”
The check presentation will be Wednesday, March 19 at 10:30 AM at Peoria Heights Grade School, 500 E. Glen Ave. Officials from Peoria Heights District 325 will be on hand to talk about how the programs presented by Center staff have impacted their grade school and high school students. Those attending will be Eric Heath, Superintendent; Gene Beltz, Principal of the Grade School and Pattie Kohorst, Counselor of the Grade School. In addition, CFPA prevention educator, Rachel Boudreau, will be there to discuss the objectives of the program.
Executive Director of The Center, Martha Herm, says, “I hope Ameren’s leadership will be an inspiration to other organizations to step forward to prevent abuse. Our homes, schools, neighborhoods and workplaces can become safer when everyone is more respectful towards others. We forget that some children aren’t taught those values and skills at home, so The Center is doing its best to fill that gap. We truly appreciate the generous contribution of Ameren to enhance our programming.”
Mr. Ogden states, “The Center has been very effective in helping nearly 20,000 students learn to keep their bodies safe, solve problems in a positive way and build healthy relationships. If Ameren Illinois can play any part in stopping the bullying or abuse of children, we will know that we’ve made a difference in our community. ”
The check presentation will be Wednesday, March 19 at 10:30 AM at Peoria Heights Grade School, 500 E. Glen Ave. Officials from Peoria Heights District 325 will be on hand to talk about how the programs presented by Center staff have impacted their grade school and high school students. Those attending will be Eric Heath, Superintendent; Gene Beltz, Principal of the Grade School and Pattie Kohorst, Counselor of the Grade School. In addition, CFPA prevention educator, Rachel Boudreau, will be there to discuss the objectives of the program.
Executive Director of The Center, Martha Herm, says, “I hope Ameren’s leadership will be an inspiration to other organizations to step forward to prevent abuse. Our homes, schools, neighborhoods and workplaces can become safer when everyone is more respectful towards others. We forget that some children aren’t taught those values and skills at home, so The Center is doing its best to fill that gap. We truly appreciate the generous contribution of Ameren to enhance our programming.”
Pekin Hospital Chief Executive Officer Resigns on High Note
The Board of Trustees of Progressive Health Systems (PHS - which includes Pekin Hospital and the ProHealth Medical Group) has announced the resignation of President and CEO Gary Jepson, who has accepted a new position with the Mercy System in Oklahoma.
Board Chair Andy Sparks expressed appreciation for Jepson’s contributions, saying: “Gary has done a great job leading our organization and is responsible for implementing significant change and improvement. We wish him and his family the best in their move to Oklahoma.”
Jepson joined PHS as CEO in June 2012. “We’ve made tremendous strides in a very short period of time,” said Jepson. “PHS is on a positive path and much better prepared for the future.” He led the development of a new mission, vision and five year strategic plan and helped craft and implement a $5M financial improvement plan. Jepson also helped recruit new Gastroenterology and Urology providers, drove numerous facility improvements and increased physician and employee satisfaction.
The PHS Board has a long-standing contractual relationship with Quorum Health Resources (QHR) to manage the system and together they will embark on a national search for a new CEO. There is no current time frame for the search to be completed.
Based in Pekin, Illinois, Progressive Health Systems is a family of over 1,500 associates, physicians, and volunteers, one hospital, a home health agency, medical equipment supplier, and a retail pharmacy. Progressive Health Systems offers preventive care, advanced medical treatment, health education and much more to meet the community's health needs well beyond the Pekin Hospital campus.
Board Chair Andy Sparks expressed appreciation for Jepson’s contributions, saying: “Gary has done a great job leading our organization and is responsible for implementing significant change and improvement. We wish him and his family the best in their move to Oklahoma.”
Jepson joined PHS as CEO in June 2012. “We’ve made tremendous strides in a very short period of time,” said Jepson. “PHS is on a positive path and much better prepared for the future.” He led the development of a new mission, vision and five year strategic plan and helped craft and implement a $5M financial improvement plan. Jepson also helped recruit new Gastroenterology and Urology providers, drove numerous facility improvements and increased physician and employee satisfaction.
The PHS Board has a long-standing contractual relationship with Quorum Health Resources (QHR) to manage the system and together they will embark on a national search for a new CEO. There is no current time frame for the search to be completed.
Based in Pekin, Illinois, Progressive Health Systems is a family of over 1,500 associates, physicians, and volunteers, one hospital, a home health agency, medical equipment supplier, and a retail pharmacy. Progressive Health Systems offers preventive care, advanced medical treatment, health education and much more to meet the community's health needs well beyond the Pekin Hospital campus.
Tuesday, March 18, 2014
ICPR Family Practice is moving!
ICPR Family Practice will be closed on Thursday, March 27th and
Friday, March 28th as they move into the new facility at 3400 Griffin Ave.
ICPR will open to see patients at the new facility beginning on Monday,
March 31st at 8am.
An open house will take place in the future. Thank you to
everyone for your patience during this time and for your continued
support!
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Thursday, March 13, 2014
2014 Pekin Marigold Grand Marshal Nominations Now Being Accepted
The Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for Grand Marshal of the 2014 Pekin Marigold Festival. This annual honor is presented by the Marigold Festival Committee to recognize a local resident (or couple) who has given freely to the betterment of our community. For more information click here.
PCHS Award Recipients
Pekin Hospital and Lite Rock 107 are proud to recognize Pekin Community
High School students Charlene Caudill and Carlos Felix as recipients of the Pekin
Community High School (PCHS) Student Award for February.
Charlene, a senior, was nominated by Mr. Joel Steger, a Career and
Technical Education teacher at PCHS. In the
nomination, Mr. Steger cited Charlene’s contributions to PCHS’ band program and
PCHS’ speech team.
Carlos, a senior, was nominated by Mrs. Connie Wall, an English teacher
at PCHS. In the nomination, Mrs. Wall
cited Carlos’ contributions to PCHS’ soccer team, as well as his positive
attitude in class.
Each month, two PCHS students who excel in moral character, positive
attitude, volunteerism, demonstrate ideal role-model behavior, and who
contribute to the classroom are nominated by teachers, counselors, and high
school personnel. The students must be seniors and show remarkable qualities
which help them prepare for a promising future.
Seth
Mingus, Assistant Principal for Curriculum at PCHS said, “PCHS is grateful to
have the opportunity to recognize the positive contributions our students make
every day. The teachers and staff enjoy nominating students, and we appreciate
the support from Pekin Hospital, Lite Rock 107/WSWT, and our community.”
Pekin Hospital and Lite Rock 107/WSWT are proud to sponsor the student
award program for the students of PCHS.


Tuesday, March 11, 2014
Dynegy Edwards Power Station Joins the Chamber!
Dynegy Edwards Power Station
7800 South Cilco Ln.
Bartonville, IL 61607
888-451-3911
www.dynegy.com
Ted Lindenbusch, Plant Managing Director
Dynegy operates the Edwards power station in Bartonville. Dynegy Inc. owns Homefield Energy, but Homefield and Edwards function independently.
7800 South Cilco Ln.
Bartonville, IL 61607
888-451-3911
www.dynegy.com
Ted Lindenbusch, Plant Managing Director
Dynegy operates the Edwards power station in Bartonville. Dynegy Inc. owns Homefield Energy, but Homefield and Edwards function independently.
Pekin Hospital Offering Help With Affordable Care Act Application
With so much confusion over the
Affordable Care Act, Pekin Hospital is assisting uninsured area residents with
signing up for coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplace.
CMS has designated Pekin Hospital
as a certified application counselor (CAC) organization. We have several certified counselors on-site
who can help you understand, apply online, and enroll for health coverage
through the Marketplace.
Those interested in receiving
one-on-one assistance can call (309) 353-0802 to set up an appointment. Saturday and evening appointments are available.
Under the new Health Insurance
Marketplace, Tazewell County residents may choose from many plans. The plans are divided into three levels of
coverage – bronze, silver, and gold – based on how much the plan will pay for
your health care and what services are covered.
Many residents who are applying have little to no out-of-pocket monthly
premiums.
Approximately 10,875 Tazewell
County residents are believed to be uninsured.
Most of them will need to purchase insurance by March 31 to avoid paying
a tax penalty of $95. For more
information, please call (309) 353-0802.
Pekin To Peoria St. Jude Run
The Pekin to Peoria St. Jude Run will have a meeting and fundraising dinner on Sunday, March 16th at 6pm at the Avanti's Dome. If you're a runner you can pick-up or turn in your registration information. If you can't run, but want to help, you'll learn how to you can get involved. If you want to just eat - join them - it's a "pay-as-much-as-you-want" fundraising dinner.
Monday, March 10, 2014
GOODWILL SALE OFFERS 25% OFF COUPONS FOR DONATIONS
Goodwill of Central Illinois and Bergner’s will hold their semi-annual donation drive beginning Thursday, March 13 through Saturday, March 29.
During the drive, every item donated to Goodwill will earn the donor a 25% off coupon from Bergner’s. Donors can earn additional coupons during Triple Coupon Days.
Beginning on the opening day of the sale, March 13, donors will receive triple coupons. For every one item donated, they will receive three coupons. On that day, Goodwill will have a truck at the Bergner’s at The Shoppes at Grand Prairie. The goal is to “Stuff the Truck” with donations.
Triple Coupon Days will take place March 13 through March 18 and again March 27 through March 29. Donations can be made at any Goodwill or Bergner’s location.
Discount coupons can be used on items not normally on sale, such as fragrances, cosmetics and electronics. The sale of these donated items provides the funding Goodwill needs to provide free programs and services to the people of Central Illinois.
Goodwill of Central Illinois is a non-profit organization that provides job training, career and vocational services to veterans, individuals and families who are working to better their lives. Goodwill also operates a youth mentoring program for youth ages 12 to 17. For more information on retail stores, donation centers and vocational services, visit the website at www.goodwillpeo.org or call the Administrative Offices at (309) 682-1113.
During the drive, every item donated to Goodwill will earn the donor a 25% off coupon from Bergner’s. Donors can earn additional coupons during Triple Coupon Days.
Beginning on the opening day of the sale, March 13, donors will receive triple coupons. For every one item donated, they will receive three coupons. On that day, Goodwill will have a truck at the Bergner’s at The Shoppes at Grand Prairie. The goal is to “Stuff the Truck” with donations.
Triple Coupon Days will take place March 13 through March 18 and again March 27 through March 29. Donations can be made at any Goodwill or Bergner’s location.
Discount coupons can be used on items not normally on sale, such as fragrances, cosmetics and electronics. The sale of these donated items provides the funding Goodwill needs to provide free programs and services to the people of Central Illinois.
Goodwill of Central Illinois is a non-profit organization that provides job training, career and vocational services to veterans, individuals and families who are working to better their lives. Goodwill also operates a youth mentoring program for youth ages 12 to 17. For more information on retail stores, donation centers and vocational services, visit the website at www.goodwillpeo.org or call the Administrative Offices at (309) 682-1113.
Maria Rodriguez in Tremont Tuesday March 11th
Maria Rodriguez, running mate to Republican candidate for governor Bill Brady, will be stopping to visit the recently opened Eli's Coffee Shop, 105 West Pearl, in Tremont at 2:30pm. Come meet Maria Rodriguez and listen to their campaign's vision for the future of Illinois.
She will be talking with members of the Pekin Chamber of Commerce, members of the National Association of Women Business Owners Central Illinois Chapter, and the citizens of Tazewell County about making a clean break for Illinois and bringing jobs to the state.
As Lieutenant Governor, Rodriguez will be responsible for shaping policies that encourage small business growth and community redevelopment in a retooled state economic development department in his administration.
Rodriguez and her husband Ray are small-business entrepreneurs with interests in manufacturing, agriculture, real estate and financial services.
She served as mayor of Long Grove for eight years before deciding not to seek re-election earlier this year. Her administration created a business expansion master plan that is well underway despite current economic challenges. She worked with community business leaders and stakeholders for the development of a new retail center bringing more than 300 new jobs to the community during the height of the economic recession.
She will be talking with members of the Pekin Chamber of Commerce, members of the National Association of Women Business Owners Central Illinois Chapter, and the citizens of Tazewell County about making a clean break for Illinois and bringing jobs to the state.
As Lieutenant Governor, Rodriguez will be responsible for shaping policies that encourage small business growth and community redevelopment in a retooled state economic development department in his administration.
Rodriguez and her husband Ray are small-business entrepreneurs with interests in manufacturing, agriculture, real estate and financial services.
She served as mayor of Long Grove for eight years before deciding not to seek re-election earlier this year. Her administration created a business expansion master plan that is well underway despite current economic challenges. She worked with community business leaders and stakeholders for the development of a new retail center bringing more than 300 new jobs to the community during the height of the economic recession.
Homefield Energy Joins the Chamber!
Homefield Energy
1500 Eastport Plaza Dr.
Collinsville, IL 62234
(888) 451-3911
www.homefieldenergy.com
Tonya Powell, Account Manager
Homefield Energy is a retail electric supplier. We supply business and residential customers with electricity. We can serve any customer from the largest industrial to the smallest residential customer and everything in between.
1500 Eastport Plaza Dr.
Collinsville, IL 62234
(888) 451-3911
www.homefieldenergy.com
Tonya Powell, Account Manager
Homefield Energy is a retail electric supplier. We supply business and residential customers with electricity. We can serve any customer from the largest industrial to the smallest residential customer and everything in between.
Friday, March 7, 2014
Johnson Mechanical After Hours
Wednesday, March 5, 2014
ICPR Puts Down New Roots
Recently ICPR was featured in an article in Healthy Cells Magazine. To read more about ICPR's new facility and the care they offer click here.
March Events in Downtown Pekin
Contact Pekin Main Street for more information on these upcoming events:
Wednesday, March 5 - Open Stage at the Speakeasy Art Center, 7:00, 353 Court Street
Wednesday, March 5 - Open Stage at the Speakeasy Art Center, 7:00, 353 Court Street
Wednesday, March 5- Family Craft Night at the Speakeasy Art
Center, 6:00, 353 Court Street
Thursday, March 13 - Pizza Night Fundraiser for Pekin Main
Street, Papa Murphy's Take and Bake Pizza in Pekin - 20% off all
regularly priced food sales will be donated to Pekin Main Street - just mention
the fundraiser at the register!
Friday, March 14 - Opening Reception for Bob Cassidy - Gallery
Exhibit Speakeasy Art Center, 7:00, 353 Court Street
Saturday, March 15 - Spring Dinner Theatre at Fusion Building - Call
Pekin Main Street TODAY to reserve your tickets! 353-3100 or email mheien@ci.pekin.il.us for
reservations.
Tuesday, March 18, Three Ways to Grow your Business Seminar -
hosted by Pekin Main Street, 5:30pm at Pekin City Hall, 111 S.Capitol Street
Wednesday, March 19, Family Craft Night at the Speakeasy Art
Center, 6:00, 353 Court Street
Friday, March 21, Live at the Speakeasy with Nathan See
Speakeasy Art Center, 7:00, 353 Court Street
Tuesday, March 25, New Session of Young Artists Class Begins at
the Speakeasy Art Center
Leveraging Technology for Better Business Seminar
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