JACKSONVILLE AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE  155 W. MORTON, JACKSONVILLE, IL 62650  217-245-2174  jacksonvilleareachamber.org

SONVILLE AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE  155 W. MORTON, JACKSONVILLE, IL 62650  217-245-2174  jacksonvilleareachamber.o Mission Statement

“To improve the business climate, promote economic development, and enhance the quality of life in the Jacksonville Area.”

Vision Statement

“The Jacksonville Area Chamber of Commerce encourages businesses by building relationships to create a vibrant tomorrow.”

INDEX Volunteer of the Month ..............2

Chamber 57th Annual Steak Fry

Make plans to attend the Steak Fry on Sept. 18. This year’s event will include “Friendly Feud”, based on the popular game show “Family Feud”. Get a team of 3 together and be ready to challenge your fellow Chamber Members. There will be Chamber Check prizes and lots of fun. Call the Chamber to sign up to play. The Prize Drawing is for jewelry from Precious Jewelers, 2nd place is a prize from A. Gaudio & Sons and 3rd place is a Chamber Check. New for this year - wine tasting in the Wine Garden and sauteed mushrooms and onions for your steak! Join us for the best night of Chamber fun and fellowship - and good food, too! Order your tickets today! A reservation form is inserted in this newsletter.

150% Club .................................2 Chamber 101...............................2 Renewing Members....................2 Golf Outing at JCC ....................3 Business Index............................4 Chamber Membership Anniversaries...........................4 President’s Report.......................4 Agri-Industry Tour......................5 New Chamber Members ............5 Business After Hours Event........5 YPN Volunteers...........................6

Chamber Golf Outing

Friday, August 8th at Northridge Hills Golf Course 2:00 Shotgun Start Super Scramble 18 holes, 4 person teams

First nine holes is a scramble and the second nine holes will be an all par 3 scramble with new tee blocks created by Golf Pro Derek James. See the enclosed form for registration information.

YPN August Community Involvement

Business of the Quarter.................2

Health & Wellness Article...........4

Be Sure to Register for the

Still Time to Make Donations to Fantasy Auction

YPN will be helping to assemble the new big toy in Community Park on August 23rd from 9:00 a.m. to Noon. If you are interested in participating, you can call the Chamber to register. To follow the YPN you can go to their twitter account: @YPNJAXIL.

YPN Members are asked to like YPN on Facebook: Jacksonville, IL Young Professionals Network or join the Facebook group: Young Professionals Network-Jacksonville Area Chamber of Commerce.

Agri-Industry Tour

The Chamber’s Fantasy Auction Committee has begun planning the packages for the Steak Fry. Anyone who The Agri-Industry Division invites would like to donate to the Steak Fry packages, contact the you to attend a summer tour of CCK Chamber staff at 245-2174. Automations on August 26th from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at their location, 500 Capitol Way. They are celebrating their 15th year in business and will have several

ag customers present to display work done for them by CCK Automations. Brats, hot dogs and beverages will be provided by the Agri-Industry Division. There is no cost to Chamber Members to attend. See the insert to register.

Washington D.C. Fly-In..............6 Business Briefs...........................6 Ribbon Cuttings..........................7 Health Fair..................................7 YPN Tour Dot Foods..................7 Ameren Illinois Workshop..........7

Get a team together for Friendly Feud to be held at the Steak Fry. See the insert for more informaion.

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August 2014

Volunteer of the Month

Vikkie Becker is the Volunteer of the Month for July. She is pictured receiving her award from Board Chairman Mark Whalen. Vikkie is an active Agri-Industry Division member. She has helped with the Agri-Industry Banquet and the farm tours. She organized the J.O. Harris Sales tour this July and attends many Chamber events. Vikkie is a Livestock Risk Products Specialist for Diversified Services.

Be A Chamber 150% Club Member

Thank you to these members of the 150% Club. The Chamber thanks each business for its great support of the Chamber and its activities:

A. Gaudio & Sons Affordable Shred AMVETS Post 100 Anytime Fitness The Art Association of Jacksonville Becker Farms State’s Attorney Bobby Bonjean Buster Sanitation Carpenters Local Union 270 City of Jacksonville, City Clerk Skip Bradshaw City of Jacksonville, Mayor Andy Ezard Community Childcare & Service Center Jimmy Duncan Elm City Center The Farmers State Bank and Trust Company The First National Bank of Winchester Larry & Martha Flynn Hamilton’s Catering Heritage Health Therapy & Senior Care Home Instead Senior Care ILMO Products Jacksonville Area Landlord Association Jacksonville Lawn Care Jacksonville Regional Economic Development Corporation Jacksonville Rotary Club JIC Professional Roofing L.A. Burton & Associates Land of Lincoln Goodwill Lape Farm Lincoln Land Community College Little Johnny’s Mark Stribling Trucking Massey’s

Communications Company, Inc. TELEPHONE SYSTEMS VOICE MAIL DATA CABLING VOIP Authorized Distributors for

NEC SAMSUNG IWATSU Serving over 2,300 Customers in Central Illinois

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Mia Ware Foundation Middendorf Brothers Midwest Dental, Michael Watkins, DMD I. Newton Mitchell Morgan County Abstract Company Francis B. Nelson, Jr. Passavant Area Hospital Prairie Council on Aging Premier Bank R.W. Troxell & Co. Morgan County Commissioner Dick Rawlings Ricoh The Scoular Company Select One Day Denture Seymour Gold & Silver Exchange Sport City Turner Insurance Agency Brad Ware Susan Weller, DMD William Weller, DDS Wells Center Westown Ford Lincoln Williamson Funeral Home Worrell-Leka Land Services WELCOME BACK Community Childcare & Service Center Elm City Center Hamilton’s Catering Jacksonville Regional Economic Development Corporation Morgan County Abstract Westown Ford Lincoln 150% Club members receive special recognition in the Chamber Review, on a plaque in the Chamber office and in the Annual Report.

Business of the Quarter Walgreens is the Business of the Second Quarter. Walgreens has been a strong supporter of the Chamber. They have helped with Be Aware Wellness Fair, Educator Appreciation Reception, SPA Day, and the food distribution project. Tom McBride, Community Leader with Walgreens, accepted the award from Board Chairman Mark Whalen and shared some news about what is going on at Walgreens.

Chamber 101

A review of Chamber programs and activities was presented on July 9th. Attending in the front row left to right is J.J. Sadler, Illinois College, Rebecca Muzzarelli, Muzzarelli Theatrical Deaf Puppets, Kori Daniels, Midwest Youth Services, Eileen Maxwell, Dick Maxwell, Chapin Farmers Elevator. Standing is Board Chairman Mark Whalen, WLDS/WEAI, Internal Affairs Division Vice-President Marsha Awe, Arends-Awe, Inc., Education Division Vice-President Susie Drake, Illinois College, YPN Division Vice-President Nicole Pleiman, Diversified Services, Health & Community Agencies Division Vice-President Tom McBride, Walgreens, Business Division Vice-President Jim Duncan, Vet-2-Vet, and Agri-Industry Division VicePresident Mark Metz

Renewing Members

Thank you to members who reinvest in the Chamber, keeping links between businesses and community strong and growing. AMBUCS, Chapter 409 Jacksonville Center for the Arts American Heart Association Jacksonville Country Club Golf Shop American Rental Jacksonville Regional Economic DevelopAMVETS Post 100 ment Corporation* Ashley’s Petals & Angels Jacksonville Savings Bank Marcia Auld, DMD Jeff’s Country Smokehouse Benton & Associates Gordon D. Jumper, CPA Bob Hawks Auto Body K.E. Vas Company CNB Bank & Trust, N.A. Leo’s Pizza Community Childcare & Service Center* Lynch Family Dentistry CVS Pharmacy M & G Farms Dale Shafer Builders Makin’ Waves Don’s Place Maurices John Ebrey, DVM Moeller Ready Mix Elm City Center* Morgan County Abstract* Franklin Bank Muggsy’s Fine Dining Frontier Communications Prairie Eye Center Green Works, Inc. Congressman Aaron Schock Hamilton’s Catering* Sunrise Rotary Hembrough Tree & Lawn Care Stifel, Nicolaus & Company Illini Medical Associates Westown Ford Lincoln* Illinois Rural Telecommunication Company Windsor Homes Illinois Valley Paving, UCM (*150% Club member) Jacksonville Area Senior Center

Golf Outing at Jacksonville Country Club - June 23rd

  Smoky Jennings Team Members pictured were Rick Thoroman, Mayor Andy Ezard, Bobby Sims, and Adam Jamison.

Team A. Gaudio & Sons included Troy Mitchell, Randy Springer, Hank Suter, and Mickey Marks.

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Northridge Hills was represented by Howie Pillsbury, Derek James, Matt Wilson, and Mike Barnes.

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First National Bank of Arenzville had team members Myron Strubbe, Jacob Meyer, Kirk Strubbe, and Kai Schnitker.

The Links Chamber Golf Outing Winners Hole Events Winners 1. Shortest Drive Kevin Heitz 2. Long Putt Mark Maggio 3. Long Putt Lisa Musch 4. Closest to Pin Mike Barnes 5. Drive Closest to Marker Robert Chellios 6. Long Putt Chris Royal 7. All Hitting Ball in Water Jodee Nell 8. Closest to Pin Marty Sommer 9. Long Drive (Women) Sue Brosmith 10. Long Putt Kirk Strubbe 11. Closest to Pin Dave Heitbrink 12. All Hitting Ball O.B. sign Andy Frost 13. Drive Closest to Marker Howie Pillsbury 14. Drive Closest to business Line Danny Brooks days 15. Long Drive (Men) Adam Jamison 16. Closest to Pin Craig Castleberry 17. All Hitting Ball in Water Terry Jones 18. Closest to Pin-2 shots Matt Wilson

US Bank Team Members were Tom Eoff, Jodee Nell, Mike   Consolidated Grain & Barge was represented by Rick White,  Dave Koltveit, Dave Walker, and Scott Bailey. Johnson, and Danny Brooks.  

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Registrations are due to & theDay Chamber 13 / Lucky’s Landing DiscountMay Tobacco A Head of Times Salon Spa by Tuesday,

Don’s Place Alan Nail Spa Contact Sheriff Randy Duvendack America Ambulance Elm CityPhone Center Atlas Group Email ETC ComputerLand Barfield Carpets The Farmers State Bank and Check enclosed $_____________ _______ Barney’sPlease Pizza invoice & Lounge Trust Company Credit Cards - Call the Chamber Beard Implement Links SeasonBank of Arenzville National States Attorney Bobby BonjeanRegistration First First Team Members: Fee PassNational Holders Bank of Winchester BoS Jacksonville Franklin Bank Boyd Music YES ____ Team Event Winners _______________________________________________ ___$70 Frontier ___$55 Communications Brandt, Inc. I am interested in 1st Flight Lumber _______________________________________________ Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home ___$70 Gray___$55 being a Golf Hole 1st Northridge Hills Green Works & Crematory Sponsor. Please Derek James, Howie Pillsbury, Matt Wilson, Mike Barnes _______________________________________________ ___$70 ___$55 Grojean Realty & Insurance Burrus Brothers & Associated Growers 2nd First National Bank of Arenzville Hollow Nurserycontact me. Canny Accounting, LLC _______________________________________________ ___$70 Happy ___$55 Kai Schnitker, Myron Strubbe, Kirk Strubbe, Jacob Meyer Harold O’Shea Builders Charlie’s 19th Hole 3rd Smoky Jennings Independent Order of Odd Fellows Chronister Oil Company    Lodge #4 Rick Thoroman, Adam Jamison, Bobby Sims, Andy Ezard Qik-n-EZ Stores  Jacksonville Assembly of God 2nd Flight City of Jacksonville Elected OfficialsJacksonville Lawn Care Andy Ezard, Ron Smiljanich & 1st Passavant Area Hospital Jacksonville Savings Bank Skip Bradshaw Dave Bolen, Gary Scott, Phil McLaughlin, Pat VanDeVelde Jeff’s Country Smokehouse CNB Bank & Trust, N.A. 2nd U.S. Bank Kerber, Eck & Braeckel, LLP Michelle Colen, MD Jodee Nell, Danny Brooks, Tom Eoff, Mike Johnson Khamma Group Consolidated Terminals and 3rd Consolidated Grain & Barge Landes Trucking Logistics Company Dave Koltveit, Dave Walker, Rick White, Scott Bailey Makin’ Waves County Market Company

Dave Bolen, Passavant Area Hospital, is holding his raffle prize, a 23” television donated by Walmart that was presented to him by Jacksonville Country Club Pro Mike Anderson. Senator Sam McCann McDonald’s Moeller Ready Mix, Inc. MOHA-Springfield Clinic, Robert Gordon, MD Morgan County Civic Services Orthopedic Center of Illinois Peak Insurance John Peterson, MD Physical Therapists Clinic Prairie Village Healthcare Center Premier Bank Rotary Club of Jacksonville Sablotny Floors Sam’s Club Congressman Aaron Schock Smoky Jennings Sport City State Farm Insurance, Jeff Mossman State Farm Insurance, Tom Eoff & Re/Max, Judy Eoff Stewart’s Auto Body & Sales Tom Finch Automotive Service Williamson Funeral Home Zumbahlen, Eyth, Surratt, Foote & Flynn, Ltd.

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Business Index

City of Jacksonville

Total Building Permits Issued 6/1 - 6/30 2013 2014 64 85 Total June 2013 Reported Construction $1,636,696.72 Total June 2014 Reported Construction $2,813,613.81 *Source: Dept. of Zoning, Inspec. & Code Enf.

City of Jacksonville Taxes Sales Tax - June

2013 2014 $314,296.42 $318,601.74 Motor Fuel Tax - June 2013 2014 $49,449.37 $50,335.09 Hotel/Motel Tax - June 2013 2014 $12,988.52 $15,805.10

Real Estate

Number of Units Closed June 2013 June 2014 33 58

Village of South Jacksonville

Total Building Permits Issued 6/1 - 6/30 2013 2014 15 23 Total June 2013 Reported Construction $52,009.00 Total June 2014 Reported Construction $261,655.00

Village of South Jacksonville Taxes Sales Tax - June 2013 2014 $17,684.34 $10,104.18 Motor Fuel Tax - June 2013 2014 $8,470.42 $8,622.14 Hotel/Motel Tax - June 2013 2014 $13,382.51 $15,981.98

*Source: Jacksonville Area Association of Realtors

President’s Report

Jacksonville Area Chamber of Commerce

Congressman Aaron Schock and his team arranged for another amazing Washington D.C. Fly-In in July. The Chamber’s Government Division sponsors this event as well as the Springfield Drive-In. These are two examples of ways to stay in touch with elected officials and ensure they hear issues important to our area. As a Chamber Member, please express your concerns regarding any regulations pertaining to your particular business with the Contact Club Member who calls on you or pass it along to me. These concerns are then shared with the Chamber Board so we can better serve you. The Education Division kicks off the Business Education Partnership program for the 2014-2015 school year on August 6th. We are fortunate to have 23 partnerships with both public and private schools. If you are interested in becoming an active part of this valuable program, you can call the Chamber office. There are many opportunities in addition to being the sole BEP partner for a school. Our Agri-Industry Division invites you to attend a tour at CCK Automations to learn more about their ag operation. The majority of CCK’s work is in the field of agriculture. This is another example of how important ag is to our area. I hope you will join us on Aug. 26th. Workshops on a variety of topics are part of the Business Division’s plan of work. They recently welcomed State’s Attorney Bobby Bonjean to address the topic of identity fraud and some best practices in a business. Yet to come in 2014 include an Ameren Illinois

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workshop on business recovery, an OSHA seminar on their emphasis programs for next year, and an Illinois Department of Employment Security program. There are inserts in this Ginny Fanning edition for upcoming events from two of our divisions. The Be Aware Wellness Fair sponsored by the Chamber’s Health & Community Agencies Division in partnership with Passavant Area Hospital and the Mia Ware Foundation registration form may be completed and returned to ensure your exhibit location. The Membership Division has an invitation to attend the 57th Annual Steak Fry that has some new and exciting additions to this always popular event. Our YPN Division will continue their community involvement by working on the new big toy August 23rd in Community Park. If you have an associate between the ages of 20 to 40, please tell them about our Young Professionals. They have a fun time working together, learning more about the area, and building friendships. As you can see the Chamber Divisions don’t slow down in the summer. We have wonderful volunteers who work on these various projects ensuring their success. If you are not currently involved with a division committee, I would be happy to meet with you to explain in more detail the great work each one does and how it could benefit you and your business to participate.

Health & Wellness

Sponsored by the Health & Community Agencies Division Submitted by Dale Bainter, Morgan County Health Department Administrator Vaccine Preventable Diseases An important goal in Public Health is disease prevention. While some vaccine preventable diseases have been eliminated and the incidence of others reduced, the recent outbreak of mumps in and around our communities serves as a reminder of the importance of keeping vaccinations current. When a person gets vaccinated, they are not only protecting themselves but those they come into contact with. If a large number of the community is vaccinated against a disease, that group is less likely to get the disease and pass it to others, thereby creating a community or herd immunity. On the other hand, if vaccinations decrease, the vaccine preventable diseases can increase again. Many may think that vaccinations are mainly for infants and children, however vaccinations are recommended throughout life, including adolescence and adults. Routine childhood vaccinations can prevent 14 diseases: Chickenpox, Diphtheria,

Hib Disease, Hepatitis A and B, Influenza (beginning at age 6 months), Measles, Mumps, Pertussis, Polio, Pneumococcal Disease, Rotavirus, Rubella, and Tetanus. Vaccinations for adolescents focuses on those diseases for which they are at a higher risk: meningococcal disease and Human Papillomavirus (HPV). This age group also receives a vaccination of Tdap and an annual vaccination against influenza. Vaccinations needed as an adult can depend on a variety of factors including age, health conditions, lifestyle, travel and previous vaccinations. Adults need protection against: Seasonal Influenza, Tetanus, diphtheria and Pertussis (Tdap), Shingles (age 60 years and older), and Pneumococcal Disease (age 65 years and older and adults with specific health conditions). Other vaccinations may be needed such as Hepatitis A and B, Meningococcal Disease, Chickenpox, and Measles Mumps and Rubella. Ask your Doctor which vaccines are recommended for you.

Chamber Membership Anniversaries June The following businesses are celebrating milestone anniversaries with the Jacksonville Area Chamber of Commerce this month. It is their support and that of our 570+ businesses that enable us to provide services to all our Chamber members

26+ years Becker Farms 1977 Benton & Associates 1977 Branstiter Printing Co. 1977 Elm City Center 1977 H & R Block 1977 Prairie Eye Center in Jacksonville 1977 Production Press 1977 WLDS/WEAI 1977 Jacksonville Savings Bank 1978 Moeller Ready Mix, Inc. 1978 Illinois Valley Paving 1979 John Ebrey, DVM 1979 K.E. Vas Company 1979 Lynch Family Dentistry, Ron Lynch, DMD 1979 Smile Expert Dental Associates, Michel Kant, DMD 1979 American Rental 1983 Chapin State Bank 1983 Fergurson Insurance 1983 Hamilton’s Catering 1983 Marcia Auld, DMD 1983 Morgan County Abstract 1983

Susan Weller, DMD Dale Shafer, Builder Hembrough Tree & Lawn Care Cors Electric Westown Ford Lincoln Network Knowledge, WSEC Prairieland United Way

1983 1984 1985 1986 1986 1987 1987

20 Years Gordon D. Jumper, CPA 15 Years Lincoln Land Animal Clinic Mr. John’s School of Cosmetology 10 Years Jacksonville Area Senior Center Makin’ Waves 5 Years AMBUCS, Chapter 409 CNB Bank & Trust, N.A.

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Agri-Industry tour J.O. Harris J.O. Harris was established in 1934 by J.O. Harris focusing on tractors, planters, shellers and corn pickers. Today the business is run by J.O.’s two sons J.R. & Andy and J.R.’s son Jay. The focus of the business has changed with time and now includes many different types of new and used equipment. Since 2003, they have been exporting ag equipment to many countries including Ukraine, Russia, South Africa, Australia, Mexico, and Canada. They disassemble all equipment and load it into containers that are 40’ long, 9’ tall, and 8’ wide. They take the containers to the rail yard which will then go to port for shipment.

New Chamber Members Applebee’s

Robert Daily 1721 W. Morton Jacksonville, IL 62650 243-3654 Sponsor: Andy Smith Applebee’s casual dining offers a fun family restaurant with a kid-friendly children’s menu. We offer grilled food, American food, Mexican food, healthy meals, and our service is always friendly. In front left to right are Crystal Chappell and Jodee Nell, US Bank, District #117 Superintendent Steve Ptacek, and Jay Harris, J.O. Harris Sales.

Marc Becker prepared the smoked pork loin and turkey for the event, Vikkie Becker, Diversified Services, and Agri-Industry Division VicePresident Mark Metz, Farm Credit Illinois

Kluge Custom Upholstery

Karin Zink 512 E. Morton Jacksonville, IL 62650 243-4648 Sponsor: David Zink Reupholstering home and office furniture, antiques to modern, also foam and supplies.

Jacksonville Park Foundation

Going around the table pictured are Marcy and Tom Burrus, Burrus Seed, Hobie Hinderliter, Applebee Farms, Jon Freeman Freeman Seed, and Allan Worrell, Worrell-Leka Land Services.

Jay Harris is shown making a presentation to the attendees. He shared information about their equipment and their exporting business.

From Chapin State Bank left to right are Chris Royal, Paul Miller, and Brett Brockhouse.

The staff from J.O. Harris were present to meet with attendees and discuss their operation.

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YPN volunteers at Fourth of July Blast

Washington D.C. Fly-in with Schock

Melissa Haxhinasto is shown working at the tent games for the Fourth of July Blast.

Emily Kinsell, Benton & Associates, on the left and Nicole Pleiman, Diversified Services, in the center are in charge of sending the children into the slip and slide, while Cori Wagner, Illinois College, is on the far right watching the water slide.

The inflatable maze was manned by left to right Cameron Jones, Benton & Associates, Andrea Gumbel, Bluffs School District, and Justin Gumbel, IRTC.

Pictured are Indian Ambassador to the US Subrahmanyan Jaishankar and Congressman Schock. The Illinois delegation were guests of the ambassador for dinner at his residence. (LEFT) Jacksonville Area Chamber representatives to Congressman Aaron Schock’s Fly-In were left to right Chamber President Ginny Fanning, City Alderperson Marcy Patterson with The Source, and Cheryl Moeller with Moeller Ready-Mix, Inc. This picture was taken after having met with US Senator Mark Kirk on the Senate floor and then going to the House floor with Congressman Schock. Speakers from both sides of the aisle addressed the delegation including Speaker of the House John Boehner.

Business Briefs Passavant Area Hospital gave sixteen local and area teens a special look at nursing as a career during the fourth annual Summer Nursing Camp. “This is an excellent opportunity for these

With the guidance of Jason Shumaker, Paramedic, camper Brook Smith uses an ambu bag after intubating the practice patient.

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teens to see if nursing is a career they’d like to pursue. Our camp gives them hands-on patient experiences with a registered nurse at their side,” said Karen Daum, Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer. “This week, students encountered real patients and real situations in several hospital settings,” she added. Campers were excited to participate in the learning experience. “I think the camp should last longer. It was too much fun to last only a few days,” while another commented, “I liked getting the hands-on experience. It was a great opportunity and I loved it.” Passavant Area Hospital’s June 2014 Employee of the Month is Matthew Stock. Matthew is a registered nurse in the Emergency Department. He’s been employed at Passavant for one year. He is a MacMurray College graduate. As a registered nurse, Matthew Stock Matthew is responsible for patient care and working with the physicians. Matthew and his wife, Melissa, live in Chapin, IL. They are the parents of two children, Olivia and Inez. Matthew’s hobbies include motorcycles, hunting, and golf. Jeff Davidsmeyer, President of Illinois Road Contractors, Inc. was recently a guest speaker in Lappeenranta, Finland at the International Family Enterprise Research Academy (IFERA)

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for its Annual Conference. Jeff was also the keynote speaker at the Family Business Forum Development Research Workshop last fall for IFERA in Springfield, IL. Jeff is 3rd generation of his family’s business. Illinois Road Contractors. Inc. will be celebrating their 90th year in business in 2015. MacMurray College has been selected as a College of Distinction for 2014-2015. The designation, by the organization of the same name (collegesofdistinction.com) seeks to identify colleges in the country that provide the best atmosphere for students to learn, grow, and succeed. MacMurray College’s JoEllen Brannan, professor of nursing and chair of the nursing program, received a Certificate of Reviewing Excellence from the editors of Nursing Outlook, a peer-reviewed, scholarly JoEllen journal published bi-monthly by the Brannan American Academy of Nurses. Dr. Brannan, who has been reviewing articles for this publication for about 10 years, reviews about four to five articles per year as part of the group of reviewers who screen articles for publication in the journal. Dr. Brannan, a 1987 graduate of the MacMurray nursing program, has been teaching at the college since 1989. Her Ph.D. in nursing is from the University of Missouri-St. Louis.

Sam’s Club has a special offer for Jacksonville Area Chamber of Commerce Members. Go to the Chamber web site and click on Member to Member benefits under the Members Area category. There is attached a Jacksonville Area Chamber Certificate to Sam’s Club. Chamber Members will receive a $25 Sam’s Club gift card with the purchase or renewal of a Sam’s PLUS Membership for $100 or a $10 Sam’s Club gift card with the purchase or renewal of a Sam’s Savings or Sam’s Business Membership for $45. Offer is good thru December 31, 2014. (P.S. Chamber Members must bring a copy of certificate and proof of Chamber membership to qualify for the Sam’s Club gift card promotion.) On August 22nd, the American Legion will be hosting an event to benefit their building renovation fund. Tapestry and Robert Sampson will be performing from 8 to 12 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend and enjoy great music and good food. The following day, August 23rd, ABATE will sponsor a Veterans Drive. For more information on these events, you can call Steve Naber at 243-5145.

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Ribbon Cuttings

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110 N. Westgate., Jacksonville A ribbon cutting was held July 9th to officially open the Morgan County Fair. Pictured are left to right: Chamber President Ginny Fanning, Chamber Board Chairman Mark Whalen, Mayor Andy Ezard, Fair Princess Addyson James, Fair Hall of Fame Inductee Sue Freeman, Fair Queen Brianna Klein, State Representative C.D. Davidsmeyer, Fair Board President Martin Marr, and State’s Attorney Bobby Bonjean.

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1900 W. Morton Ave., Jacksonville U.S. Cellular celebrated its 20th anniversary on Friday, June 20th. A ribbon cutting sponsored by the Chamber kicked off the event. Denver Alderson, who has been with the company for over 7 years, cut the ribbon. Pictured are, left to right, Mark Whalen, Chamber Board Chairman; Travis Harmony, Support Specialist; Denver Alderson, Store Manager; and Ginny Fanning, Chamber President.

Join the Fun at the Annual Health Fair The Chamber of Commerce, Passavant Area Hospital and the Mia Ware Foundation are partnering for the annual Be Aware Wellness Fair to be held Saturday, September 20 in Community Park. The event will run from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. It will include fitness activities, health information, promotional gifts, ferris wheel rides, lunch, healthy snacks, bloodmobile, and prizes. If you are interested in having a booth at the health fair, see the enclosed insert for registration information.

Applebee’s

1721 W. Morton Ave., Jacksonville The Jacksonville restaurant is one of 19 restaurants owned by The Bloomin’Apple LLC, a franchisee of Applebee’s. The restaurant was built and opened in December 2006. In 2014 a revitalization of this restaurant occurred. All signage was replaced to reflect the current Applebee’s logo. New awnings were added. The carpeting, booths and chairs were all replaced. New wallpaper was installed along with murals depicting the Jacksonville Community, the Jacksonville Police and Fire Departments, local sports teams, a Salute to the Military and a Beer Mural in the bar area. Additional local photos were framed and hung throughout the restaurant. Three large screen TVs were added to the bar area, along with TVs hanging in the dining room. Left to right: Chamber Board Chairman Mark Whalen, Mayor Andy Ezard, Cook Jennie McKinley, Cook Justin Christison, Cook Kandy Martinez, A. Gaudio & Sons Sales Manager Mickey Marks, Associate Manager David Rain, Associate Manager Bob Daily, A. Gaudio & Sons Salesman Brian Watts, General Manager Crista Stanbridge, Server Justin Sipes, Area Director Amy Charlett, Server Marjie Hernandez, Director of Operations David Zilinski, Server Vicki Lockeby, Chamber President Ginny Fanning. Not pictured is Associate Manager Tim McFadden.

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YPN Tour of Dot Foods

The YPN toured Dot Foods and learned about this world wide distribution company with their home base in Mt. Sterling. Pictured left to right are Shawn Artis, Morgan County, Thomas Meehan and Alban Haxhinasto, The Farmers State Bank and Trust Company, Cori Wagner, Illinois College, Elizabeth Becker, The Farmers State Bank and Trust Company, John Honnen and Steve Oberg, MacMurray College, Nicole Pleiman, Diversified Services, and Justin Pettit, Benton & Associates. The tour was conducted by Jeff Buckner with Dot Foods.

Ameren Illinois Workshop

On September 23rd, the Business Division will be hosting Emergency Preparedness for Your Business Workshop presented by Ameren Illinois. Topics that will be covered include What causes electric service interruption, Natural Gas Safety, How Ameren Illinois prepares and responds for electric outages and natural gas leaks, How businesses can be prepared and what to expect, and General emergency preparedness for businesses. You will want to send someone from your company to get information and materials on business preparedness. The program will run from Noon to 1:00 p.m. You are welcome to bring lunch. Tea, coffee, and water will be provided. Call the Chamber at 245-2174 to reserve your spot.

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Chamber Calendar - AUGUST

Corridor 67, Inc. Summer Meeting in Macomb, 11:30 a.m. Business Division, noon Young Professionals Division (YPN), 5:15 p.m. BEP Kickoff Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. Health & Community Agencies, noon Chamber Golf Outing at Northridge Hills, 1 p.m. registration, 2 p.m. shotgun start Membership Services Division, noon Executive Board, 4 p.m. Board of Directors, noon BUSINESS AFTER HOURS, AMVETS, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. YPN helping set up Big Toy, 9 a.m. - Noon “Starting Your Business in Illinois,” 9-11 a.m. Workshop held in the Chamber meeting room. Reservations required. Individual appointments following the workshop may be made in advance. Presented by Illinois Small Business Development, Lincoln Land Community College. IT Roundtable, noon Golf Committee Meeting at Northridge Hills, Noon Agri-Industry Division Tour, CCK Automations, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. HR Group, Noon Contact Club

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Lincoln Square Farmers Market - every Saturday, Tuesday, and Thursday, 1901 W. Morton Ave. Market hours are 7:00 a.m. until sold out. Come early for the best selection! For more information, call 243-1704 Farmers Market on the Square—every Wednesday from 4-7 p.m. thru October on southeast area of the square. Free vendor setup. Sponsored by Jacksonville Main Street. For more information call 245-6884 or visit www.jacksonvillemainstreet.com. 1 Downtown Gallery Hop sponsored by Imagine Foundation starting at 5 p.m. Visit Our Town Books, Just Good Trade, plus more downtown businesses. Visit www.imaginearts.org for details. 1–3 & 5–10 Genesis The Musical by Ken Bradbury and Roger Wainwright at Playhouse on the Square. Friday and Saturday shows start at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday’s show starts at 2 p.m. To purchase tickets or need additional information, visit www.genesisthemusical.com. 2-17 The Art Association of Jacksonville is proud to present “Two exhibitions in one: Best of Barga Owner/Agronomist and Music by Kraczyna” at The David Strawn Art Gallery, 331 W. College, Jacksonville. Opening reception will be on Saturday from 6-8 p.m. Call 243-9390 for additional information. 3,10,17&24 Jacksonville Pilot Club’s Concert In The Park Series at the bandstand in Community Park from 6-7 p.m. Make sure to bring your lawn chair or blanket to sit on. You may also want to bring some lemonade or ice tea. 5 &12 Blood Drive at Passavant Area Hospital, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. If you have any questions about donating blood, please call 217-753-1530 or toll-free at 866-GIVE-BLD for more information. 6,13,20&27 Picnic in the Park, every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bring your own sack lunch or pick something up from one of the fabulous Downtown establishments. Meet fellow “downtowners” and share what’s happening with your business. Presented by Jacksonville Main Street. Jacksonville Area Chamber of Commerce 8 Jacksonville Pilot’s Club 5th Annual “Dancing with the Stars” at Hamilton’s, 110 N. East. For 155 W. Morton additional information, please call Carol at 243-7277. 17 Trilogy Challenge at Disc Golf Park at 4 p.m. One round – Best Score WINS. Entry fee is $25. Jacksonville, IL 62650 For more information visit www.trilogychallenge.com. 22 & 23 **American Legion event to benefit their building renovation fund. For more information, call Steve Nabor at 243-5145. 24 Art Fair on the Square, downtown Jacksonville from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Art displays, Imagine Foundation activity tent, Chalk Creations, Face Painting, Juggling, Playhouse on the Square theater performances and food vendors. For information, please call 243-5678. 29 - Sept. 1 16th Prairieland Chautauqua Under the BIG tent in Community Park. Modeled after traditional chautauquas, the event includes musical shows, storytellers, communal suppers and evenings with re-enactors representing famous Americans. A fun, free, and educational family event. Contact 243-5678 for more information. Chamber Review monthly deadline: Information to be included in the newsletter must be given to the Chamber by the 15th of the month prior to publication. (Next deadline: No later than Aug. 15.)

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