Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce

The third annual Dash at Dusk 5K and Kids’ Fun Run raised $12,000 for Pekin Hospital’s upcoming mission trip to the Philippines. More than 400 runners and walkers participated in the July 10th event that also helped to promote community health and wellness. Andy Bloom was the top male 5K finisher with a time of 16:51. Danielle Walker was the top female 5K finisher with a time of 21:08. “Thank you to the dedicated runners, walkers, donors, sponsors, hospital employees, and volunteers who helped make this year’s race and after-party so successful,” said Marcy Becker, Dash at Dusk co-coordinator. “Their continued support allows our mission team to help poverty-stricken families in desperate need of medical assistance.” More than 20 Pekin Hospital physicians, nurses, and employees will take part in this year’s mission trip to the Philippines. Team members hope to treat and assist more than 2,000 patients during their September visit. Part of Progressive Health Systems, Pekin Hospi...

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Matt Glavin has been named director of government affairs for Illinois American Water, effective July 20, 2015. In this role, Glavin will represent Illinois American Water at all levels of state government. Glavin brings more than 15 years of experience in the political and legislative process, most recently serving as deputy director for the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity. Past roles also include serving as chief of staff for the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation and deputy press secretary for United States Senator Richard Durbin. Glavin has also served as senior account executive for Jascula Terman & Associates and campaign manager for several campaigns. “I look forward to the leadership and contributions Matt will make in this new role.  The experience he brings will help ensure continued high-quality, reliable water and wastewater service to our customers,” said Bruce Hauk, president of Illinois American Water. Gl...

Patient Rewards Program 2nd Quarter 2015 Winners Selected Ten $25 Gift Card Winners  have been selected for the 2nd quarter of 2015 and they are: Alice M. Cain Andrew A. Look Crystal M. Carrithers Gary Seguin Dawn M. Hawkins Joseph Cusack Kathy Neels Phillip E. Becker Terry L. Hendren and Zachary B. Kirkton These individuals were chosen from a pool of candidates collected during the months of April, May and June and they had provided us with a valid email address. If you are one of the lucky, loyal 10 mentioned above, please contact me toll free at 877-348-8500 or via email mcohlman@champfit.com   to collect your gift card . Past patients that choose to come again or past patients who refer friends and family to Champion for physical therapy, are eligible for this contest. But, please make sure we have a valid email addre...

ProHealth Medical Group, Pekin Hospital, and Progressive Health Systems are pleased to announce that Dr. Charles VanDyke is now seeing patients at ProHealth Pediatrics at 3212 Court Street in Pekin, Illinois. In addition to his medical practice, Dr. VanDyke will lead an initiative to improve access to the pediatric acute care needs of the community. “Now more than ever, busy parents are looking for safe, timely, efficient, and cost-effective care for their children,” he said. “That is ProHealth’s promise to the community we serve. It is a privilege for us to provide an acute care setting that covers a wide range of needs, including allergic reactions, illnesses, lacerations, fractures, sprains, immunizations, and sports physicals.” Dr. VanDyke received his medical degree from Rush Medical College in Chicago, Illinois, and he completed the Pediatrics Residency at the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria (UICOMP) in Peoria, Illinois. He is board certified by the Amer...

At AAIM, we strive to provide high quality, relevant training programs that can enhance both you and your business. This one day event will provide you the opportunity to not only participate and learn on four topics of your choice, but it will provide insight into what else AAIM has to offer in the Training/ Organizational Development arena. We hope you find these programs interesting and engaging. Select Any 4 of...

On Saturday, August 1, 2015, the St. Jude Pekin to Peoria Runners will begin the 33-mile journey leaving from the Avanti’s Dome at 8:00 AM. New this year is a craft and vendor fair sponsored by the Avanti’s Dome immediately following the Run send-off. Come early to cheer on your St. Jude Pekin to Peoria Runners and stay for the craft and vendor fair held in the Avanti’s Dome. The fair is open from 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM on Saturday, and will continue on Sunday, August 2, from 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Free admission with donation, and this includes a raffle ticket and Avanti’s coupon. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the St. Jude Pekin to Peoria Run… the Pekin Runners appreciate your support.

Hiller Automotive 3420 Court St. Pekin, IL 61554 309-282-2202 Paul Roccia , Manager John Hiller , President  www.hillerwinn.com Commitment to customer satisfaction makes Hiller Automotive a local leader in tire and automotive services. Serving Springfield, IL for over 40 years and Peoria, IL for more than 20 years, and now serving Pekin, IL withtheir newest location, this company draws customers from communities like Dunlap, IL, Petersburg, IL, Chatham, IL, Taylorville, IL, Rochester, IL, and Riverton, IL. They have three locations at 2595 S. MacArthur Blvd. in Springfield, 2119 W. Pioneer Pkwy in Peoria, and 3420 Court St. in Pekin. Springfield and Peoria stores are open weekdays 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM and Saturday 8 AM to 3 PM and Pekin is open weekdays 7 AM to 6 PM and Saturday 8 AM to 4 PM.

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The Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce and the City of Pekin planned a groundbreaking on Friday, June 26 for a new assisted living and Alzheimer’s facility.  The event was to take place near the southeast corner of Windstar and South 14th Streets, but heavy rains forced the festivities into the Pekin City Council chambers. This new assisted living facility will be called “The Villas of Holly Brook,” and “Reflections” will be for those with Alzheimer and other forms of dementia.  The facility will create between 40 and 50 jobs. Pekin Mayor John McCabe praised the city staff, chamber of commerce, and the Economic Development Advisory Committee for working together to bring this facility to Pekin. Leigh Ann Brown, Pekin's Economic Development Director, noted the continued demand for assisted care and senior housing, and the continued interest in Pekin by companies looking to serve that demographic.   The Phillips family, owners of Unique Homes in Charleston, Illinois wil...

The Pekin Academy of Fine Arts at The Speakeasy Art Center in Pekin is hosting a Donuts with the Super Heroes on  August 1,2015 at 10 AM. Come have donuts with all your favorite Super Heroes including Batman, Spiderman, Superman, Wolverine,Captain America, Batgirl, Harley Quinn,Robin, and Wonderwoman. Donuts are being donated by Dunkin Donuts and there will be plenty of chocolate milk. There will be activities with each Super Hero and plenty of Photo Opportunities! Tickets must be purchased in advance and are limited so email us at PekinAcademyOfFineArts@gmail.com to reserve yours.

Thanks to the following employers who renewed their support of the Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce: 1-STAR MVP Hanson Professional Services Classic Members Advanced Energy Diagnostics Bridgeway Community Church Center for Prevention of Abuse Good Shepherd Lutheran School Midwest Dental - Pekin Newman & Ullman, Inc. Pekin Rotary Club St. Jude Pekin to Peoria Run

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ProHealth Medical Group, Pekin Hospital, and Progressive Health Systems are pleased to welcome Dr. Benjamin Hanshaw to the ProHealth General Surgery Practice in Pekin, Illinois. Dr. Hanshaw will begin his surgical practice at 600 South 13 th Street, Suite I, on August 3, 2015. His background and training include general surgery, laparoscopy, bariatric surgery, endoscopy, surgical critical care, and trauma surgery. Dr. Hanshaw comes to Pekin from St. John Macomb-Oakland Hospital in Warren, Michigan, where he completed the General Surgery Residency and served as Chief Surgery Resident. He received a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Midwestern University in Downers Grove, Illinois, and a B.S. in Biology with an emphasis in Genetics and Biotechnology from the University of Iowa in Iowa City, Iowa. “Dr. Hanshaw is a talented surgeon with a passion for service,” said Chief Executive Officer Bob Haley. “He is committed to our mission of improving the health and well-being ...

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Dean Cooper State Farm Agent 3306 Court St. Pekin, IL 61554 309-346-4942  Dean Cooper Dean Cooper State Farm Agency offers Auto, Life, Fire & Health Insurance.

Big news:  The Peoria region has been designated as a Manufacturing Community, which opens up many different agency resources from the federal government. White House Fact Sheet: Investing in Manufacturing to Create High-Paying Jobs and Strengthen the Middle Class

© Can Stock Photo Inc. / donskarpo On Sunday, January 21, 1776, in a small New England church, Pastor Peter Muhlenberg delivered one of the most dramatic sermons of his career. Muhlenberg’s text for the day was Ecclesiastics 3 where it explains, “To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under heaven: a time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck what is planted.” Coming to the end of his sermon, Peter Muhlenberg turned to his congregation and said, “In the language of the holy writ, there was a time for all things, a time to preach and a time to pray, but those times have passed away.”  As his congregation looked on, Muhlenberg stepped from behind the pulpit and removed his black robe to reveal the uniform of a military officer. He declared, “There is a time to fight, and that time has now come!” Outside the church on that chilly New England Sunday morning, drums began to beat while inside 162 men followed Muhlenberg to the...

Thanks to the staff at Hallmark House for the great Business After Hours on July 9th. It was a perfect evening to be outside enjoying great food and networking with other business and community leaders.  For more pictures from this and other chamber events, visit http://picasaweb.google.com/PekinChamber

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There are many upcoming events and classes with Pekin Academy of Fine Arts at the Speakeasy Art Center. You can see what is coming up by visiting their website at www.pekinacademyoffinearts.com or check them out on Facebook!!!

The Pekin Marigold Parade Applications are now available. You can get your copy by visiting  http://www.pekinchamber.com/marigoldparade.html   or visiting the Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce office.

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Thanks to the following employers and individuals who recently renewed their investment in the Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce. 1-Star MVPs Maurer-Stutz, Inc. Radio Peoria - Cumulus Media Velde Ford Sales, Inc. Classic Members A To Z Rental Dirksen Congressional Center Papa Murphys Take N Bake Pizza PDC Services, Inc. Phillips Tax Service Tazewell County Farm Bureau United Workforce Development Board Individual Members Glover, Lynn Hasler, Rose

Employers with 25 or more Employees Required to File Quarterly - and Monthly- Wage reports effective July 1, 2015 If your company has reported a total of 25 or more employees for the calendar year of 2014, you will be required to file monthly and quarterly electronic wage reports for the period beginning July 2015 and continuing through June 2016. Note that if you had a total of 25 or more employees in 2012 and 2013, you are currently subject to this requirement through June 2015.   Monthly wage reporting is a key tool in fighting fraud and decreasing unemployment insurance tax rates. Please see below guide: Monthly Electronic Reports Required for the first and second months of each quarter: July, August, October, November, January, February, April and May Should contain only employee names, social security numbers and each employee's total wages for the period being reported Unemployment insurance contributions ar...