Amid court battle, lawmakers look to push back ‘swipe fees’ ban
General Assembly approved the partial ban at behest of retailers last year By BEN SZALINSKI Capitol News Illinois SPRINGFIELD – Illinois lawmakers have decided to delay a ban on “swipe fees” for another year as bankers are locked in a court battle with the state over the ban. Lawmakers passed the Interchange Fee Prohibition…
Read MoreKaskaskia College offers kids summer programs that build a foundation for the future
Summer is about to begin, and Kaskaskia College (KC) is continuing educational opportunities for students of all ages throughout the season with fun, interactive lessons. KC is hosting classes for children from Pre-K through eighth grade in its Kids in College at Kaskaskia (KICK) program, and the college is offering Career Exploration workshops for students…
Read MoreOSF Saint Anthony’s to sponsor first-ever summer camp for 7th, 8th graders to explore health care careers
Free half-day camp with presenters from different departments at OSF Saint Anthony’s providing hands-on activities Now that school’s out, there’s no doubt a variety of activities that can fill a junior high student’s calendar to stay occupied during the summer. We’ll find them on the athletic fields, around the pool or on a beach, maybe…
Read MoreFirst Mid Bank & Trust promotes Julie Huelsmann to SVP, Senior Agricultural Lender
First Mid Bank & Trust (First Mid) recently announced the promotion of Julie Huelsmann to Senior Vice President, Senior Agricultural Lender. The announcement was made during the company’s Annual Meeting, where a series of officer promotions were unveiled. In her new role, Huelsmann will lead the bank’s ag lending efforts, continuing to build strong relationships…
Read MoreBARBERMURPHY celebrates 20 years of building and valuing relationships
ABC News Nightline host Ted Koppel retires. Carrie Underwood releases her first album. Grey’s Anatomy debuts. The National Hockey League season is cancelled due to a labor dispute. Danica Patrick becomes the first woman to take the lead in the Indy 500. And during that same year – 2005 – a commercial real estate…
Read MoreSwansea Rotary presents eight CAVE educational awards
A total of $8,000 was awarded to help further the students trade careers and training The Rotary Club of Swansea presented financial educational awards to four Center for Academic & Vocational Excellence (CAVE) District 201 graduating seniors on May 8, 2025. A total of $8,000 was awarded to help further the students in their future…
Read MoreLewis and Clark Board welcomes three newly elected trustees, student trustee
Three trustees were elected by the residents of Lewis and Clark Community College District 536 during the consolidated election this past April to serve six-year terms and have been since welcomed to the Lewis and Clark Board of Trustees, joining Trustees Brian Campbell, Larry Trent, Dwight Werts and Jill Griffin as well as Student…
Read MoreFourth annual Chamber Choice Awards Luncheon hosted by RBGA
By MELISSA CROCKETT MESKE Managing Editor, Illinois Business Journal [email protected] All photos by Melissa Crockett Meske/Illinois Business Journal The 2025 Chamber Choice Awards Luncheon was hosted by the RiverBend Growth Association on May 28 in The Commons at Lewis and Clark Community College in Godfrey, as the organization continued its 40th anniversary celebration. Beverly Farm…
Read MoreCapital investments drive innovations in supply chain sector
St. Louis venture capitalist showcases recent investments, offers advice for early-stage companies St. Louis-based venture capital firm proChain Ventures is investing in two St. Louis-based companies that have the potential to advance supply chain transformation, security and resiliency. These investments and startup advice for companies seeking capital to advance their supply chain innovations were the…
Read MoreO’Fallon, Ill.: Cambridge Boulevard at Green Mount Road to close June 9
The O’Fallon Public Works Department will be closing the eastbound lane of Cambridge Boulevard between Green Mount Road and Indian Creek beginning on Monday, June 9, 2025. The road will be closed to thru traffic to perform pavement repairs. Drivers are urged to use Green Mount Road to Highway 50 as a detour route. This…
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