Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce

          Offices Nationwide www.hanson-inc.com NEWS RELEASE - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Darrel Berry , Corporate Communications Manager Hanson Professional Services Inc. (217) 747-9291 Note to media: This news release and corresponding photo(s) are available by request or may be downloaded directly from our website at:  https://bit.ly/3scbYuB . DeJarld celebrates 35 years at Hanson’s Peoria office   PEORIA, Ill. — Tom DeJarld, P.E., S.E., a senior structural engineer at Hanson Professional Services Inc.’s Peoria office, recently celebrated 35 years of service with the firm.  DeJarld joined the company in 1987 and provides project management and structural engineering services. He has provided structural engineering services for a variety of building, industrial and bridge projects, including new construction and the rehabilitation of st...

  "A Breach of International Law" February 25, 2022       U.S. Chamber Statement on Russia's Invasion of Ukraine   Yesterday, U.S. Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Suzanne P. Clark issued the following statement in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine:   “Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is a serious breach of international law, a violation of Ukraine’s sovereignty, and an affront to our steadfast belief in a world where democratic countries, following the rule of law and the free enterprise system, can be free and prosper. The business community will continue to support the Administration, Congress, and our allies to ensure a swift and meaningful response to Russia’s aggression.”   Read Full Statement Here       First thi...

      Illinois Indoor Masking Requirement to End Monday, February 28, 2022       Hospitalizations decrease by 50% and ICU capacity increased by 24%   SPRINGFIELD – Due to the continued decrease in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations, and increase in available ICU beds, the Illinois indoor mask requirement will end Monday, February 28, 2022, at 1...