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Saturday, October 19, 2019

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Closure of Hennepin coal plant results in loss of 60 jobs in Putnam County

A deal to close several coal-fired power plants in Illinois, including the Hennepin power plant, has resulted in the loss of dozens of jobs in Putnam County, according to state Rep. Lance Yednock (D-Ottawa).

By Amanda Smith-Teutsch | Sep 14, 2019

From Chambana Sun

Rep. Caulkins speaks out against the 'jobs tax'

By Kyla Asbury | 5 months ago

House Rep. Dan Caulkins (R-Decatur) urged a No vote on the graduated income tax amendment to the state's constitution during Monday's session.

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4 McLean, Livingston nursing homes designated subpar in federal ranking

By LGIS Newsfeed | May 22, 2019

Four nursing homes in McLean and Livingston counties received below-average scores from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) after the federal agency updated its nursing home rating system for consumers in April.

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MCLEAN COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: April Business Before Hours hosted by Integrity at Holiday Inn

By Press release submission | Mar 20, 2019

Our annual Business Before Hours with Integrity Technology Solutions will be at the Holiday Inn & Suites Bloomington-Airport In honor of your attendance Integrity will donate $10 to the local nonprofit 501(c)(3) of your choice.

From Chambana Sun

GOP Rep. Caulkins claims pension plan far from fiscally sound

By Glenn Minnis | 8 months ago

Newly elected Republican State Rep. Dan Caulkins (R-Decatur) thinks he knows why things have become so dysfunctional in Springfield.

Business

CITY OF CHENOA: Business Survey

By Press release submission | Feb 15, 2019

Business Surveys went out in the mail last week.

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PONTIAC AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Welcome New Member, Mid Illinois Solar

By Press release submission | Feb 7, 2019

The Chamber welcomed a new member, Mid Illinois Solar, today with a ribbon cutting.

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MCLEAN COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: First New Member Thursday

By Press release submission | Feb 7, 2019

You KNOW what day it is Our First New Member Thursday highlight today is The Proving Ground, opening March 8th.

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MCLEAN COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Understanding Local Incentive Opportunities

By Press release submission | Feb 7, 2019

Join us on February 26 to learn more about the local incentive tools that the City of Bloomington, Town of Normal, McLean County, and the City of Lexington have to offer for new and existing small businesses.

From Prairie State Wire

EDITORIAL: Gov. Pritzker's new climate strategy is all pain, no gain

By Jay Lehr, Ph.D and Tom Harris | 9 months ago

High taxes, record debt, underfunded pensions, notorious corruption, and an ongoing urban crime problem are only a few of Illinois’ most pressing problems.

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Westminster Village hit with health violations

By LGIS Newsfeed | Jan 30, 2019

Westminster Village, a 78-bed skilled care center in Bloomington, was cited by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) for violations of the Nursing Home Care Act in the fourth quarter of 2018.

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Evenglow Lodge hit with health violations

By LGIS Newsfeed | Jan 30, 2019

Evenglow Lodge, a 214-bed skilled and shelter care center in Pontiac, was cited by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) for violations of the Nursing Home Care Act in the fourth quarter of 2018.

From Prairie State Wire

EDITORIAL: Pritzker’s climate order is all pain, no gain

By James Taylor | 9 months ago

Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed a January 23 executive order committing Illinois to the expensive energy sources and failed carbon-dioxide reduction goals of the United Nations and the Paris Climate Agreement.

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PONTIAC AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Fitness Premier Celebrates Ribbon Cutting

By Press release submission | Jan 17, 2019

The Pontiac Area Chamber and representatives welcomed Fitness Premier on Tuesday, January 8 with a ribbon cutting.

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LEXINGTON ILLINOIS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Community Center

By Press release submission | Jan 12, 2019

Join us in Celebrating our newest businesses to our community!

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LEXINGTON ILLINOIS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Tax Law Changes for Small Businesses

By Press release submission | Jan 12, 2019

Join the Illinois SBDC of McLean County at IWU, the Lexington Chamber of Commerce, and Insight CPA's for "Tax Law Changes for Small Businesses."

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MCLEAN COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Business After Hours January 2019: Grossinger Motors Arena

By Press release submission | Jan 5, 2019

We look forward to kicking off the 2019 Business After Hours at Grossinger Motors Arena.

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PONTIAC AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Chamber Has Welcome Center in Downtown Pontiac

By Press release submission | Nov 28, 2018

In the crazy holiday season remember to shop at your local retailers.

Business

MCLEAN COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: First Mid-Illinois Bancshares, Inc. Completes Acquisition of SCB Bancorp, Inc.

By Press release submission | Nov 28, 2018

First Mid-Illinois Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FMBH) ("First Mid" or the "Company") announced today that the acquisition of SCB Bancorp, Inc. ("Soy Capital"), which includes Soy Capital Bank and Trust and its wholly owned subsidiary, J.L. Hubbard Insurance and Bonds, has been completed.