Safety and fiscal responsibility lead to recommendation, spark next steps for gathering public input

After several weeks of in-depth research and discussion a community committee has recommended demolition of a historic Main St. building.

This past week, a group of us gave the Chamber office a “spring cleaning.” It was interesting going through old agendas, treasurer’s...

I believe warmer weather is on the way. The forecast looks great for this week, but as we all know things can change quickly. Let’s hope...

The Working on Walnut Coordinating Council met on Thursday night. Here is a re-cap on the latest from WOW. The Retail and Dining...

The 46th Annual Chamber of Commerce Banquet is in the books. I want to congratulate Linda Carr on her well-deserving Hall of Fame...

I saw several people working in their yards, cleaning up leaves and branches, over the past few days. Another sign that spring and warmer...

You have to love Illinois. We had a little taste of Spring last week and then a couple of days of snow, rain and sleet. Despite that, I...

Our Chamber membership drive is going strong. We appreciate all the individuals, couples and businesses that have sent in renewals or...

Last Thursday night, all the Working on Walnut committees reconvened for a one-year anniversary meeting at the Community Building. I have...