January 7, 2021~ Chamber, Local & Regional Business News |
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We kindly request that all guests, regardless of vaccination status, wear a face mask at our events. We understand that local regulations do not currently require face masks, however we have chosen to request this in order to keep everybody as safe as possible.
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Please join us in celebrating the membership anniversary of The Boeing Company. Having established their affiliation with the Chamber in. 1969, The Boeing Company has been an integral part of the Chamber for over 50 years! They've been active in our Public Policy committee, hosted the board of directors and offered tours of their facility, participated in many events including our annual golf tournament and Chamber Day at the Capitol. We cannot thank them enough for their support and partnership throughout the years! |
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O'Fallon-based True Manufacturing to build new $21...
Poplar Bluff, Mo. - Missouri-based commercial refrigeration manufacturer True Manufacturing announced today it will build a new facility in Poplar Bluff, investing $21 million and creating 175 new jobs in the area. "True Manufacturing's expansion ...
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Compass Health Network Unveils New Scholarship...
Compass Health Network is striving to meet the needs in our communities and invest in our employees. Compass is excited to share a new opportunity for employees currently pursuing, or interested in pursuing, a graduate degree in the areas of...
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Francis Howell to move ahead with North High build...
On Dec. 16, the Francis Howell School Board voted 6-1 to move forward with the district's planned North High replacement project, despite a more than 91% increase from its original "rough budget." Board treasurer Michelle Walker was opposed.
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www.midriversnewsmagazine.com
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NY group buys St. Louis alcohol distributor Major Brands
ST. LOUIS - A New York-based beverage giant said Wednesday it's buying Major Brands, the largest locally owned distributor of alcoholic drinks in Missouri. Breakthru Beverage, which already has operations in more than a dozen other states and...
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www.stltoday.com
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Missouri representative from St. Charles County...
by: Becky Willeke Posted: / Updated: ST. LOUIS - Missouri Congressman Justin Hill has announced he is resigning from his elected position. Hill represented Lake St. Louis, O'Fallon, Dardenne Prairie, and Wentzville in the Missouri House. His last ...
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fox2now.com
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Why Some Business Owners Want to Raise the Minimum Wage...
A coalition of business owners is sweet on the minimum wage increases that kicked off the new year, since they believe the wage hikes can boost economic recovery. More than 20 states increased their minimum wage as the year began and an...
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www.inc.com
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How to Recover Earlier Versions of Files
You can also check version history and restore Microsoft Office files in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Here's how: Open the file in question and click File, Info, and Version History. All the available versions will be listed, along with time...
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www.wired.com
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Sober party possibilities in St. Louis during Dry January
The @LoungeMocktail opened last fall in St. Charles. “A sober bar is not brand new,” says owner Brandi Schmidt. “I didn’t make it up. But it is the first one is Missouri."
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www.stlmag.com
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6 Ways to Delete Yourself From the Internet
Depending on when you were born, there's a good chance you've spent either several decades online or have never known an offline world. Whatever the case, the internet and its advertising giants know a huge amount about your life.
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www.wired.com
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Jordan Read Named Chief Risk Officer at First Mid
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDecember 20, 2021 Media Contact: Laura ZuHoneVP, Director of Marketing217-258-0675lzuhone@firstmid.com JORDAN READ NAMED CHIEF RISK OFFICER AT FIRST MID MATTOON, IL - First Mid Bancshares, Inc., the holding company of First...
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Kristin Williams Named Development Director at BCI
Boone Center, Inc. (BCI)-a nonprofit that inspires and supports people with disabilities through a continuum of employment and training opportunities-recently named Kristin Williams as its Director of Development. Her responsibilities include...
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US employers slowed hiring in December, adding 199,000 jobs
WASHINGTON (AP) - U.S. employers added a modest 199,000 jobs last month while the unemployment rate fell sharply, at a time when businesses are struggling to fill jobs with many Americans remaining reluctant to return to the workforce. The Labor...
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www.stltoday.com
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Cannabis workers at St. Louis medical marijuana...
JEFFERSON CITY - Workers at a St. Louis medical marijuana dispensary are seeking to unionize in what a union official says could be the first representation election involving workers in Missouri's legal cannabis industry.
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www.stltoday.com
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CRG starts construction on apartment complex in St....
Chapter at The Streets will offer modern one- and two-bedroom floor plans with what CRG called "thoughtful work from home space" and rent starting at $1,400 a month. ST CHARLES, Mo. - Developer CRG is building a mid-rise apartment complex in the...
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www.ksdk.com
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The Head Of The Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center's Top Five ...
Nicola Corzine is Executive Director of the non-profit Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center, a global non-profit focused on growing access to entrepreneurship among underrepresented communities through educational, mentorship and incubator-style...
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www.entrepreneur.com
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Veteran Benefits
Looking for financial resources for 2022? The Benefits and Resource Portal for Veterans and Military is a continuously expanding its list of available resources.
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veteranbenefits.mo.gov
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Why People Opt Out of (And In to) Mobile Notifications...
People say the top reasons they opt out of notifications from brands' mobile apps are because messaging is too frequent and because the notifications are not relevant, according to recent research from Airship. The report was based on data from a ...
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www.marketingprofs.com
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Andrew Enrique Cisneros opens Jalea in St. Charles
Editor's note: This article appeared in the December 2021 issue of St. Louis Magazine, under the title of "Hail, Jalea." The restaurant opened quietly on December 22 with limited hours. Despite the success of Mango, the beloved restaurant that...
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www.stlmag.com
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January Speaker: Dan Mehan, Missouri Chamber of Commerce
Dan Mehan, President & CEO of the Missouri Chamber of Commerce & Industry will be giving us a Legislative Update
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Morning Brew - January 2022
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 leave with a...
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2021 Ambassador of the Year
John Hill
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Congratulations to our 2021 Ambassador of the Year, Rock Star John Hill. John was selected because of his dedication to the group. We're very thankful to have him as a member and for all his support of the Chamber and our programs.
Are you interested in learning more about our Ambassador committee?? Our Ambassadors Bring the Fun! You’ll see the Ambassadors at ribbon cuttings, groundbreakings, grand openings and hosting a table at our monthly luncheons. They have an unparalleled opportunity to build great business relationships, not only with each other, but with new and prospective members. With a committee limit of 30, we do have a few spaces remaining for our 2022 Ambassador roster. If you’re interested in finding out what the most visible committee in the Chamber of Commerce is all about, please join us at our January meeting.
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