January 11, 2019 ~ Chamber, Local & Regional Business News
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2019 Small Business of the Year
As part of National Small Business Week, May 5 – 11 th , the Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce (GSTCCC) takes the opportunity to highlight the impact of small business owners in our community. These businesses work hard to create job opportunities, drive innovation and help to support our local economy. 

The nomination form and eligibility criteria for the Small Business of the Year Award are set forth by GSTCCC and can be found by clicking on the link below.  Those wanting to sponsor and or attend the Small Business of the Year Awards Luncheon, can make their reservations as well by clicking on the link provided.

Questions regarding this event can be directed to Terry McCrum at  terry@gstccc.com  or by calling the chamber office at 636-946-0633.
City of St. Charles 250th Anniversary Kickoff Ceremony
Mayor Sally Faith kicks off year-long activities celebrating the 250th anniversary of the founding of the City of St. Charles.
News You May Have Missed
White named St. Charles County Council chairman for 2019

St. Charles County Councilmember John White [District 7] has been named the chairman of the council this year succeeding Councilmember Dave Hammond [District 4]. The council elected White as chairman at its Jan. 7 meeting as part of the annual...

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Council approves restaurant use in Augusta even as one...

The St. Charles County Council approved a conditional use permit allowing a restaurant on a 17. 9-acre tract at the southwestern corner of the intersection of Terry Court and Terry Road. Ordinarily, this would be relatively mundane.

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Governor Mike Parson

When you look at our economy, you see a lot of good things-low unemployment, job growth, wage growth. But when you look at what's happening in our neighboring states, you see that we could be doing a...

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Chrissy Sommer MO State Rep

Representative Chrissy Sommer Appointed as Chair of House Ways and Means Committee JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - State Representative Chrissy Sommer will lead a group of her colleagues as they closely...

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Skills Center Launches Salesforce Program for People...

The Skills Center began hosting its first program course to teach people with intellectual and developmental disabilities the Salesforce platform. The Skills Center is a division of Boone Center, Inc. (BCI) and the newest part of the...

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St. Peters Winter Weather Advisory

Winter weather is expected in our area after midnight tonight and into the day on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2019. The winter warning comes with some unique challenges that could impact our snow and ice removal efforts and result in difficult driving...

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10 predictions for the global economy in 2019

The global economy started 2018 with strong, synchronized growth. But as the year progressed, momentum faded and growth trends diverged. The US economy accelerated, thanks to fiscal stimulus enacted early in the year, while the economies of the...

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Transportation Future Summit - Missouri Chamber of...

Thursday, February 14, 2019 Holiday Inn Executive Center2200 Interstate 70 Dr SW, Columbia, MO 65203 Register Details With 40,000 miles of highways, rail and navigable rivers, Missouri is home to one of the nation's most robust transportation...

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O'Fallon, River City Rascals reach agreement on 2019...

It was announced on Jan. 17 that the O'Fallon City Council has officially come to an agreement with the River City Rascals baseball team that will allow the team to return to CarShield Field, 900 TR Hughes Blvd., for the 2019 season.

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MU Extension in St. Charles County

For those in the business of growing food, save the date February 21 for the conference Growing Local Food Economies: Good Food, Good Business. Registration details to come.

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Parson releases budget, focus on workforce development,...

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - Missouri's chief executive wants to continue full funding of the education formula while boosting funding for the state's transportation infrastructure and giving state workers a pay boost. In a proposed $30 billion state...

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Logistics company DB Schenker to lay off 144 in St....

Germany-based logistics and supply chain management company DB Schenker is laying off 144 workers at a St. Peters warehouse, according to a notice filed Monday with the state of Missouri.

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MoDOT to Hold Public Meeting on Route 94 Improvements |...

ST LOUIS - The Missouri Department of Transportation will hold a public meeting next week to discuss an upcoming project on Route 94 in St. Charles County.

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UPDATE: Railroad Work and Road Closing on Mid Rivers...

Norfolk-Southern Railroad has notified the City of St. Peters that due to the snow storm, work on the railroad crossing at Mid Rivers Mall Drive will be postponed. The work and a resulting closure to Mid Rivers Mall Drive previously were...

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St. Charles County hopes 'Master Plan' will address how...

ST. CHARLES COUNTY (KMOV.com) - St. Charles County continues to be one of the fastest growing counties in the state and a Master Plan hopes to address growing pains over the next decade. Currently, there are 396,448 people living in St. Charles...

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Building a Bridge Between Employers and Tomorrow's Workforce

Thank you for visiting the Missouri Intern Connect Web site (the "Site"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and we voluntarily provide this privacy statement in support of this commitment. Missouri Intern Connect wants to provide a...

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Leadership Missouri - Missouri Chamber of Commerce and...

The Leadership Missouri program was created on the belief that the community, just as any business or organization, requires strong leadership to improve and grow. Founded in 1990, Leadership Missouri aims to identify current and emerging leaders ...

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Upcoming Chamber Events
Morning Brew - January 2019 - Ameristar Casino Falcon Diner

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 February 2019 -

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 - February 2019

Previously known as our General Membership Meeting, this luncheon is our format for connecting you with business community leaders.

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January Lunch With Leaders
Third Wheel Brewing
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Member Visits
Midwest BankCentre

Jenna Bochantin and her staff at Midwest BankCentre, located 1820 1st Capitol Drive, St. Charles, celebrated their one- year anniversary with the chamber. Jenna said if you or if you know of...

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Jones Eyecare and Surgery

Wendy stopped by to have her annual eye exam with Dr. Kimberly Layfield with Jones Eyecare and Surgery. If you are looking at transitioning to contact lenses or know of someone needing cataract...

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Fully Promoted of St. Charles

We welcome Fully Promoted of St. Charles - MO to our chamber. Here is Robert Goad and his wife seated in their newly designed office building located at 2157 Bluestone Drive, St. Charles. If you...

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