July 24, 2020 ~ Chamber, Local & Regional Business News
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St. Luke's Hospital
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Mask Up Signage for Businesses
St. Charles County area businesses are invited to download, print and post this sign to display to help "Mask Up St. Charles County" and keep our community safe and economically healthy.
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www.sccmo.org
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Less Than 20 Spaces Remain
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In conjunction with St. Charles County Parks, join us for a night under the stars, Tuesday, September 8th, 7:30 pm at Brommelsiek Astronomy Park. Enjoy a charcuterie board for two and a bottle of your choice of red or white wine.
Stargazing and guided “tours” with the Astronomical Society of Eastern Missouri (ASEM) will be provided with 5 different telescopes for viewing.
Guests are encouraged to social distance by bringing their own blanket or lounge chairs. This is a great opportunity for astronomy enthusiasts or anyone who wants to relax and spend a memorable evening under the Missouri night sky.
Price: $80 per couple; (not intended for children)
Rainout date:
Thursday, September 17th
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Please Take a Moment and Thank Our Sponsors
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Are you sick of being cooped up at home yet?
We're still a go for planning our 60th annual golf outing - scheduled for Tuesday, September 29th! This year, our tournament will be held at St. Peters Golf Club - recently named "One of the Top 25 Most Improved Courses in the U.S." Come see what all the buzz is about.
Singles can play for just $150 while teams of 4 are just $600 and include 18-holes of golf with a cart, lunch, dinner buffet, awards and LOTS of fun on the course!
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Chamber statement asks businesses & community members to ...
It is our job at the Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce to do all that we can to help businesses prosper and keep the economic environment healthy in our community. As we all work to restore business activity in light of the COVID-19...
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www.gstccc.com
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Chamber Board passes resolution in support of getting...
At their meeting this week, the Chamber Board of Directors passes a resolution in support of getting students back in the classroom. See below.
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www.gstccc.com
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Mayor Dan Borgmeyer Hosts Charity Golf Tournament
Saint Charles Mayor Dan Borgmeyer Hosts Charity Golf Tournament St. Charles, MO - Mayor Dan Borgmeyer of the City of Saint Charles is hosting a charity golf tournament on Monday, August 10 at the Bogey Hills Country Club (1120 Country Club Rd)....
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On the Ballot: Aug. 4, 2020
In anticipation of the Aug. 4 primary, Mid Rivers Newsmagazine asked candidates in contested races to answer the following questions: 1. What are your top priorities if elected? 2. What are your qualifications for holding public office? The...
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midriversnewsmagazine.com
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Grant could provide aid to qualified nonprofits
Today, Gov. Mike Parson announced a new Nonprofit Relief and Recovery Grant that could provide up to $22 million for Missouri nonprofits assisting communities in response to COVID-19. "Missouri nonprofits have been a lifeline for many Missourians ...
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midriversnewsmagazine.com
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How to Survive a Crisis as an Entrepreneur
The ultimate guide to - producing measurable, monetizable results with social media marketing. Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. The Great Recession of 2007-2009 was one of the most difficult periods of my life, but I ...
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www.entrepreneur.com
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Follow the money: See where $380B in Paycheck Protection ...
The Paycheck Protection Program has doled out billions in forgivable pandemic relief loans to businesses. Explore CNN's database to see where much of that money went.
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www.cnn.com
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As COVID-19 cases rise, St. Charles Co. Chamber of...
ST. CHARLES COUNTY, Mo. (KMOV.com) - St. Charles County's Chamber of Commerce is encouraging all businesses to follow federal health guidelines as COVID-19 cases in the county surge. St Charles County reported 170 new cases Monday, the county's...
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www.kmov.com
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Virtual Job Fair Employer Registration
Be a part of the Return Strong Virtual Job Fairs -- More Dates Coming Soon! We'll list your current job openings by industry type and include your logo in our list of participating employers in promotional materials and the job fair platform.
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jobs.mo.gov
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Hacker Lexicon: What Is Sinkholing?
When you have tons of leftovers you put them in Tupperware. When you have an excess of phone calls, you send them to voicemail. And when you have a deluge of junk from a botnet attacking your network, you put all that malicious traffic into a...
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www.wired.com
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Creating A Compensation Philosophy And Policy Document - ...
When it comes to compensation, it's good to have a plan - ideally, before you need it. A philosophy that explains why your organization pays the way it does can guide you as you write compensation policies. It can also help you ensure alignment...
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www.insperity.com
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The US is running low on aluminum cans, and analysts...
Supplies of aluminum beer cans are reportedly running low. One reason for that is that more beer is being consumed at home than in bars, restaurants, and brewery taprooms. Evercore analysts warned that consumers might see their favorite beers go...
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www.businessinsider.com
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How to tame your inner advice monster
This post is part of TED's "How to Be a Better Human" series, each of which contains a piece of helpful advice from people in the TED community; browse through all the posts here. I caught up with a friend of mine a while ago. She's smart, she's...
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ideas.ted.com
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St. Charles City, County Install New Drive-Up Boxes for...
The City of St. Charles and St. Charles County Government have partnered to install drop boxes for residents to submit bill payments and other items. The secure boxes are located on a drive-up island on Second Street in St. Charles and provide a...
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www.gstccc.com
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Community College places bond issue on Aug. 4 ballot
The St. Charles Community College Board of Trustees has placed Proposition Community College, a no-tax-increase bond issue, on the Aug. 4 ballot for voters of St. Charles County. According to the college, the $30 million no-tax-increase bond...
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midriversnewsmagazine.com
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School districts release learning plans for academic year
Soon school will be back in session, but whether a student will return to in-person classes or learn from virtual lessons in their own homes will vary depending on each family's choice. On July 20, schools and school districts across the St....
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midriversnewsmagazine.com
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Chamber and Friends Donate Blood
On Tuesday, July 21st, the Greater St. Charles County Chamber joined forces with their colleagues from the EDC Business & Community Partners and Community Strong St. Charles County to have a Blood Drive with the American Red Cross. Twenty-two...
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www.gstccc.com
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The $120B Restaurants Act could help save St. Louis...
As with restaurants across the country, St. Louis' restaurant industry is in danger due to the coronavirus pandemic. Independent restaurants in particular, which number over 500,000 across the country and employ over 11 million people, are...
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saucemagazine.com
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St. Louis MLS expansion team sets date for announcement...
After Major League Soccer announced a delayed start date for its St. Louis expansion team due to the coronavirus pandemic, the MLS4TheLou ownership group offered disappointed fans a pick-me-up. The long-awaited announcement of team name, colors...
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www.stltoday.com
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Onboarding Remote Employees: How To Get It Right - Insperity
If your company is embracing work-from-home options for your team, you may find yourself needing some sensible strategies for new staff onboarding - namely, a process for onboarding remote employees. While it takes a bit of extra effort and...
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www.insperity.com
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The Pandemic and Fear: How We Become Destabilized
When asked what they most fear, being killed by a shark or dying in a traffic accident, many people respond that they are more afraid of the former. Let's consider the numbers: According to CDC data, every year about 1.35 million people die...
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www.psychologytoday.com
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Your guide to the Katy Trail
After you've been inside for weeks, it's especially nice to get outside-and this year, the nation's longest stretch of rails-to-trails, the Katy Trail, turns 30. To celebrate, we've rounded up the best routes, not-to-miss trailheads, and favorite ...
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www.stlmag.com
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Amazon's New Eco-Friendly Boxes Can Be Turned Into Forts ...
Stay informed and join our daily newsletter now! This story originally appeared on Engadget An Amazon delivery might not be that exciting for you, but your cat is probably thrilled to be getting a new cardboard home. Amazon has made that...
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www.entrepreneur.com
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Drug Free Workplace - Missouri Chamber of Commerce and...
Tuesday, September 1, 20209:00am-12:00pm Register Details Never before have employers been forced to deal with the magnitude of issues impacting their ability to operate drug-free - the opioid epidemic, increasing positive drug test rates and the ...
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mochamber.com
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PLEASE NOTE: Effective July 21, 2020 - As a leading business organization in St. Charles County, the Greater St. Charles County Chamber will be following the CDC guidelines of social distancing and wearing masks at all Chamber events in an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19 and keep the economic environment healthy in our community.
If you do not have a mask to wear at Chamber events, one will be provided to you at no charge. We will also have hand sanitizer available.
Thank you in advance for complying. If you haven’t done so already, we ask that you implement a policy of also following the CDC guidelines in your business.
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Morning Brew - July 2020
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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Biz Brew August 2020
BIZ BREW - Serving straight up business and spirited conversation. Come and enjoy beverages, snacks and engaging discussions with fellow chamber members and guests. * *Always remember to bring lots of your business cards to pass around.
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Lunch with Leaders August 2020
Previously known as our General Membership Meeting, this luncheon is our format for connecting you with business community leaders.
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COVID-19 Recommendations for Employers
Information for employers in St. Charles County, which is following Governor Mike Parson's Show Me Recovery Plan.
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www.sccmo.org
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COVID-19 Latest News
A reverse chronological timeline of St. Charles County activities related to Coronavirus Disease 2019.
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www.sccmo.org
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Economic Injury Disaster Loan Emergency Advance
SBA will begin accepting new Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) and EIDL Advance applications on June 15 to qualified small businesses and U.S. agricultural businesses.
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www.sba.gov
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Paycheck Protection Program Loan Forgiveness Application
PPP Loan Forgiveness Calculation Form
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www.sba.gov
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Guide to PPP Loan Forgiveness
Combating the Coronavirus Under the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) created by the CARES Act, loans may be forgiven if borrowers use the proceeds to maintain their payrolls and pay other specified expenses. Congress recently changed the rules...
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www.uschamber.com
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Coronavirus resources for Missouri employers - Missouri...
With COVID-19 continuing to spread in the United States, the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry urges the business community to take proactive steps to protect their workplaces and communities from coronavirus. Click the links above for...
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mochamber.com
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Uniting For Recovery: Return To Work - Missouri Chamber...
A guide based on best practices to assist businesses in their efforts to create safe workplaces for their employees and customers. Missouri businesses have played a critical role in the effort to stop the spread of COVID-19. As local and...
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mochamber.com
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Business Reopening Digital Resources Center Toolkit
To help inform employers seeking to reopen safely and successfully, the U.S. Chamber has launched a new Business Reopening Digital Resources Center, which provides state-specific guidances, industry-specific information, small business reopening...
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www.uschamber.com
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Small Business Coronavirus Reopening Guide
In the early months of 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic prompted wide-sweeping shutdowns and shelter-in-place orders across the United States. Now, as parts of the country look to start relaxing these strict measures, small business owners need to...
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www.uschamber.com
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COVID-19: Updated USDOL Guidance
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the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) published several alerts listing safety tips employers can follow to help protect workers from exposure to coronavirus in the following industries:
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