March 16, 2018 ~ Chamber, Local & Regional Business News
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Lindenwood University
Robert W. Plaster
School of Business & Entrepreneurship
11th Annual Golf Classic
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Healthcare Benefits Now Offered to Members
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Many small businesses in our community continue to search for affordable health coverage options. That’s why the
Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce
is proud to partner with the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry to create a new health program that offers potential savings to businesses with 50 or fewer eligible employees. This new program is called the Missouri Chamber Federation Benefit Plan. It uses an innovative structure that enables smaller employers to join together to share in the overall claims risk. This creates a larger self-funded pool providing greater stability and financial protection backed by Anthem’s stop loss coverage. This is called a multiple employer welfare arrangement, or MEWA.
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We encourage our members who have
50 or fewer eligible employees
to look into this new health coverage option. It is possible that many employers in our business community
could
find a cost savings by participating in the Missouri Chamber Federation Benefit Plan.
The first step to take is to visit
https://mochamber.com/mewa/
to learn more and follow the link to get a quick rate estimate. The website also includes a list of participating brokers your company can contact to begin the process of joining this new health care coverage option.
Members currently able to provide the coverage include J.W. Terrill and Crane Insurance Agency.
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Greater St. Charles County
Chamber of Commerce Partners With
Facebook Community Boost
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Since 2011, Facebook has invested more than $1 billion in training, technology, tools, support and research to help people and small businesses.
They are inspired by what small businesses have been able to do using Facebook, but they want to do more, especially for those transitioning careers that require more digital skills training. That is why Facebook has launched the Facebook Community Boost program which will visit 30 cities across the United States in 2018.
They are coming to St. Louis the week of March 26
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, bringing a week-long localized program that will bring together small business owners, entrepreneurs, job seekers and community groups to enable them to learn how to use technology to grow their business and develop new skills. Some of the workshops being offered include: Facebook for small business 101/201/301, digital skills educating, becoming a supplier, financial readiness and together programming to help make it easier to run and grow a business.
The event will take place from March 26-29
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at The Globe, 710 North Tucker Blvd.
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Ad Sales Begin on Chamber Publication
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St. Charles Tops Missouri's County Health Rankings List...
For the ninth consecutive year, a national report...
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St. Charles County Health eNews - March 2018
The largest organ in the body, the liver performs hundreds of functions to keep the body healthy, such as aiding digestion, cleansing the blood and storing nutrients for energy. Exposure to chronic diseases, viruses, drugs, and other risk factors ...
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www.sccmo.org
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Business leaders talk tax cut benefits with President Trump
On Mar. 14, top business leaders from across Missouri gathered in St. Louis at Boeing for a roundtable event with President Trump to discuss the impact of the new federal tax cuts. "Families right here in Missouri will save more than four billion ...
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mochamber.com
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Rescuing our roads: House committee hears fuel tax bills
With the 7th largest transportation system in the U.S. but a ranking of 46th in revenue per mile, Missouri has accumulated more than $800 million a year in unfunded needs. And our roads and bridges are showing it. However, the legislature is...
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mochamber.com
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Legislature works to extend popular business expansion...
With two of Missouri's most popular, successful job-creation incentives set to expire next year, the Missouri legislature is working quickly to extend the programs through 2030. Under existing state law, the Missouri Works and Missouri Works Job...
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mochamber.com
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McClay Road Resurfacing Project Beginning
Work will begin the week of March 19, 2018, on the McClay...
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How to Get Press Coverage for Your Small Business
5 min read This story originally appeared on Bizness Apps Small business owners wear a lot of hats, including the one of accountant, customer service specialist and product manager. So, they might not always have the time to put on the...
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www.entrepreneur.com
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Mid Rivers Mall Drive Construction Work Expected at...
Drivers can expect construction work at the Mid Rivers...
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www.gstccc.com
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Cenlar FSB opens new location in O'Fallon
O'FALLON, Mo.-Today the Missouri Department of Economic Development announced that Cenlar FSB, who services mortgage loans, has opened their first office in O'Fallon, Mo. with plans to grow its employee base up to 500 by year end 2018. "We're...
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Gala Raises $50,000 for BCI's New Skills Center
Boone Center, Inc. (BCI), a nonprofit, for-purpose...
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www.gstccc.com
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Droste Road Reconstruction
Droste Road is nearing the time when paving operations will begin. AT&T began splicing their last section on March 14th. This should be complete in the next few weeks.
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www.stcharlescitymo.gov
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Repairs on the Busch Greenway boardwalk are now...
Repairs on the Busch Greenway boardwalk are now complete! It even has that new bridge scent...mmmmm...smells like freshly cut wood...and freedom. Get out there and enjoy some #lifeoutside
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Toys 'R' Us will close all stores, 33,000 American jobs...
Toys 'R' Us Inc. told employees Wednesday that the struggling retailer will sell or close all its U.S. stores. "I have always believed that this brand and this business should exist in the U.S.," chief executive David Brandon said on conference...
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www.bizjournals.com
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Beyond Silicon Valley: 5 Up-and-Coming Tech Hotspots
San Francisco, Seattle and New York may be the most famous tech hubs in America, but they certainly aren't the only players in the game. As those big cities have become more expensive and saturated, it's become that much more difficult for...
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livability.com
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Robots aren't taking the jobs, just the paychecks-and...
The latest research from Brookings Papers on Economic Activity finds robots haven't displaced workers and social safety net spending for America's poorest children is down.
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www.brookings.edu
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Experience the Saint Charles Trolley - Beginning March 15
Take the 30-minute loop aboard the St. Charles Trolley as it stops by the St. Charles Convention Center, Ameristar Casino Resort, Main Street and more!
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www.discoverstcharles.com
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Ready to teach? Visiting scholars bill lands on...
Business professionals who want to share their knowledge in Missouri classrooms today face a lengthy, costly teacher certification process. However, legislation passed by the General Assembly on March 14 will make it much easier for business...
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mochamber.com
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Innovation fund bill would bolster Missouri's startup...
Missouri entrepreneurs could soon see an opportunity to receive investment from a fund currently under consideration by the Senate. On Mar. 13, the Senate Committee for Economic Development heard Senate Bill 1037, which establishes the Missouri...
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mochamber.com
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20th Annual BCI Wing Ding Tickets On Sale March 20
Save $$ with a special discount code through April 8! Plus, with every ticket purchased, you'll be entered to win a Bellator MMA prize pack. Boone Center Inc. (BCI) will host the 20th Annual Wing Ding at the Family Arena in St. Charles on...
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Sign Up to Volunteer at Clean Streams Day in St. Peters...
Be a part of a community effort to help the environment...
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Mission: Clean Stream | St. Charles, MO - Official Website
Please help us keep Saint Charles clean. Join City staff and other volunteers on Saturday, April 7, 2018 for Mission: Clean Stream. Participants will meet at the Lewis & Clark Boathouse parking lot at 8:30A.M. to begin picking up trash near the...
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www.stcharlescitymo.gov
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Meet StL's Top Business Influencers -- Gathered In One...
If you've ever asked the question: "Who Should I Know...
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Grove Collaborative announces plans to create 210 jobs...
ST. PETERS, MO - Grove Collaborative, a high-growth natural home focused platform delivering products directly to consumers, announced plans today to open a new fulfillment center in St. Peters, Missouri. The new 137,000 square foot facility...
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One with Courage Gala to Raise Funds for Children...
The Child Center, Inc., a non-profit organization that...
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St Charles County, MO
Permian Plastics Recognized as First Business User of New Manufacturing Apprenticeship Grant from...
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sccmo.org
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First Capitol Drive Enhancements
Earlier this week, the steel plates at the Fifth Street intersection were replaced with temporary asphalt. While on site, crews also installed temporary asphalt in front of the bank and Buse's.
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www.stcharlescitymo.gov
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St. Peters approves resolutions to issue bonds to...
The bright television lights were off, a parade of local officials in front of microphones was not in evidence and speeches about Amazon coming to town were largely over as St. Peters officials got down to the business of providing financing that ...
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midriversnewsmagazine.com
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Boeing in the running for $15 billion F/A-18 order from...
Boeing reportedly is in contention for a $15 billion order for twin-engine planes for the Indian Air Force. Lockheed Martin Corp. and Saab AB were in a two-way competition to provide at least 100 single-engine jets to the Air Force, but last...
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www.bizjournals.com
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St. Louis Is as Welcoming as It Is Budget-Friendly
Tom Duggan, the man behind the counter at Lemon Gem Kitchen Goods in St. Louis, Mo., was so talkative that I couldn't help but stay and chat. He was filling in for his daughter, the shop's owner, Beth Styles. I asked him what he liked about St.
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www.nytimes.com
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Elm & 370 Interchange Enhancements
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Landscaping along the 370 on & off ramps at Elm Street is expected to begin next week. Currently, the four quadrants of the interchange consist of overgrown turf & vegetation, and concrete & rip-rap lined drainage ditches. When complete, the interchange will include rain gardens, native shrubs, perennials, trees, signage and improved stormwater drainage.
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Morning Brew - March 2018
March 27, 2018 Networking Event - A perfect blend of friends and conversation! Stop by for a cuppa jo, a warm smile and new connections. You'll meet friendly chamber members from various industries. Bring your business cards to swap & you'll...
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Lunch with Leaders April 2018
April 10, 2018 Previously known as our General Membership Meeting, this luncheon is our format for connecting you with business & community leaders. This meeting is sponsored by ADIO Family Chiropractic
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Biz Brew - April 2018 - BeerSauce Shop
April 11, 2018 Join us at BeerSauce Shop for our April Biz Brew gathering - Serving Straight Up Business and Spirited Conversation. Come & Network with your fellow peers. It's Business During Hours! Join us for a fun, Beer and Sauce pairing. $1...
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Groundbreakings & Ribbon Cuttings
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Fast Lane Classic Cars Celebrates New Construction with...
Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce is the best place to find a member or business in the St. Charles MO area.
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Fresh Thyme Farmers Market Celebrates Grand Opening with ...
Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce is the best place to find a member or business in the St. Charles MO area.
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Awe Shirts Celebrates Grand Opening with Ribbon Cutting...
Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce is the best place to find a member or business in the St. Charles MO area.
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March Biz Brew at Shamrock's Pub & Grill
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