September 4, 2020 ~ Chamber, Local & Regional Business News
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Mask Required posters available

The Chamber has created two new posters for businesses who wish to require face masks be worn to their establishment. You can print one and post it on the entrance to your business or you can come by the Chamber office and we will be happy to...

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Postponed to September 17.
Thank you to everyone that registered to attend, supported the event by being a sponsor and our two members who generously donated items to make this event a success!

We really appreciate every one getting behind this event! If you'd like to see us do more events like this - maybe with dinner included or other great ideas, Make sure to let us know!
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Terry's Done It Again!!

Our 60th Annual Golf Tournament will be held on 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.

This is your Lucky Break!! We had one team that had to cancel, so you do get a chance to get your team in for that last spot. Teams of 4 are just $600 and includes lunch, dinner and drinks on the course.

Questions? Just call Terry at 636-946-0633 x 104
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​REMINDER: The Greater St. Charles County Chamber Does...

The Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce only supports issues we believe is in the best interest of our community, local businesses, and our members - never candidates.

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In honor of American Business Women's Day

We are Lilac Ivy Boutique - a partnership between Becki, Danielle and Marcia - three women of different sizes and unique styles with the common goal of empowering women and building confidence through style. We are a women's fashion boutique...

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Masks and Music on Main | Saint Charles, MO 63301

Shop, Dine, & Stroll along Historic Main Street during Masks & Music! Live acoustic music along Main Street. Spend the day on Main, shopping, dinging, and reDiscovering Saint Charles!

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Managing Forward - Full Series

The Managing Forward Series is six online courses to reinforce and strengthen your small business for the future. Hosted by the Missouri SBDC and facilitated by subject matter experts from the Henry W. Bloch School of Management at the University ...

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Brett Hull's Junction House opening soon

Whether you're looking to have dinner or drinks, this new spot in St. Charles County has you covered WENTZVILLE, Mo. - The ultimate dining and drinking spot is opening soon in St. Charles County. And a St. Louis legend is part of the ownership team.

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Chamber Benefit Plan health insurance now available...

When it comes to providing employees with cost-saving health care coverage, small businesses are at a big disadvantage compared to their larger counterparts. Because of their smaller size, their claims risk pool is spread out across a much...

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Spencer Road-Premier Parkway road improvements get underway

A transportation improvement project got underway Tuesday, Sept. 8 at the intersection of Spencer Road and Premier Parkway. Drivers should be prepared for intermittent lane closures during construction. Completion is expected in Spring 2021....

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Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce Seeking...

Since 1957, the Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce has recognized local leaders for their dedication to serving the Greater St. Charles County community. Nominations for the 2020 Citizen of the Years and Lifetime Distinguished Service ...

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Boeing supplier LMI plans to shutter St. Charles facility

ST. CHARLES - LMI Aerospace plans to shutter its production facility at 411 Fountain Lakes Boulevard in April, the company said in a Tuesday filing with Missouri officials. The closure will lead to the layoffs of 52 employees at the facility...

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1798 BBQ in Cottleville permanently closes

1798 BBQ at 5210 Highway N in Cottleville has permanently closed, the restaurant announced Thursday. Andrew Brewer opened the barbecue restaurant late last year next door to his pizzeria Plank Road Pizza. "Rising food and supply costs, staffing...

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County's economic future reflects 'pot about to boil'

On Aug. 31, the St. Charles County Council adopted the 2021-2025 Capital Program and Strategic Plan, which County Executive Steve Ehlmann had outlined during a work session on Monday, Aug. 23. Ehlmann's report on the plan was generally ominous...

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Saint Charles Procession in Honor of Lou Brock
The procession for Saint Louis Cardinal Lou Brock will go through Saint Charles tomorrow (9/12) at approximately 9:00am. They will exit Lindenwood University campus near Auto Zone (1813 First Capitol Drive), turning left on First Capitol. They will then turn right onto Fifth Street and take Fifth all the way to Highway 70. 

Join us tomorrow as we pay our respects to the legendary Hall of Famer Lou Brock. Thanks for the memories, Lou! We will miss you.

JOIN NOW! Community Strong Workplace Wellness Summit

Registration for the Workplace Wellness Summit is still open! Research shows over and over again the importance of addressing wellness in the workplace to increase productivity, lower healthcare costs, lower absenteeism, and increase morale....

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The Main Event | Saint Charles, MO 63301

Save the date for The Main Event, hosted by Historic Downtown Association of St. Charles. Visit us from 100 South Main through 300 North Main for live music, demonstrations, open air outdoor shopping, food, drinks, dunking booth, sand sculptures, ...

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Convention Center Prepares to Install Air Ionization...

Saint Charles Convention Center is scheduled to install air ionization system, AtmosAir, which is proven to neutralize Coronavirus by more than 99.9%. (St. Charles, MO) - The Saint Charles Convention Centeris ecstatic to announce the installation ...

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Hwy. DD improvements could require eminent domain

O'Fallon has proposed a road improvement project for Hwy. DD to accommodate increased traffic from the new Streets of Caledonia mixed-use development. The project will require easements of various types from property owners in the area of...

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Transportation Future Summit - Missouri Chamber of...

October 21-22, 2020 Register Details The road to stronger transportation infrastructure begins here. The Missouri Chamber, state leaders and industry stakeholders are united in the goal to drive Missouri's future as a logistics hub - from roads...

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GROWING GLOBAL 2020 - ONLINE INTERACTIVE EVENT Sponsor...

Greater competition, in recent years, has driven companies and communities worldwide into more direct confrontation and cooperation. The July 1st implementation of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) is one recent example. Now,...

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Railroad to Close Tracks at Hoff Road September 14-18, 2020

Because this crossing will be completely unavailable to motorists, local traffic will need to detour to Highway P via Hoff Road and then use Main Street to access Highway 70 or any areas south of the railroad tracks (see map).

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The Octagon Building

Octagonal buildings and structures are characterized by an octagonal plan form, whether a perfect geometric octagon or a regular eight-sided polygon with approximately equal sides. Octagon-shaped buildings date from at least 300 B.C. when the...

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Ribbon Cuttings
FedEx Ground - St. Peters - Premier 370 Business Park
The Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce joins Mayor Len Pagano and members of the St. Peters Board of Aldermen in welcoming FedEx Ground to St. Peters’ Premier 370 Business Park.

Mayor Pagano, members of the Board of Aldermen, along with Chamber board members and ambassadors joined Senior Manager Paul Daly and FedEx Ground employees for a ribbon cutting on Thursday, September 10 to celebrate the opening of their new 491,252 square foot facility.

FedEx is currently hiring for numerous positions. To apply, visit http://careers.fedex.com.
Upcoming Events
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.

If you are being tested for COVID - 19, but have not yet gotten the results back yet, DO NOT ATTEND our events.

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.
American Business Women's Day

Previously known as our General Membership Meeting, this luncheon is our format for connecting you with business & community leaders.Join us in our pre-celebration of AMERICAN BUSINESS WOMEN'S DAY (actually held on 9/22) Take a moment to reflect...

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Morning Brew - September 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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Starry Starry Nights - A Night Under the Stars

In conjunction with St. Charles County Parks, join us for a night under the stars at Broemmelsiek Astronomy Park. Enjoy a charcuterie board for two and your choice of red or white wine. Stargazing and guided tours with the Astronomical Society of ...

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