Chamber Connection Newsletter | May 2023

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Mary Lamie, Chairperson Bi-Sate Development

Ryan Boike, Chairperson Elect Belleville Public School District #118

Brett Baltz, First Vice Chairperson & Treasurer Egyptian Workspace Partners

Ron Stephens, Second Vice Chairperson Bank of Belleville

Amy Richter, Immediate Past Chairperson Hospice of Southen Illinois

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Lisa Adams, Adams Publications

Jeff Bair, Grimm & Gorly Florist and POUR@322

Jeff Baker, Executive Freedom Partners

Amy Gould, Illinois American Water

Ericka Logan, Logan & Logan Mngt & Accounting Service

Dan Lovekamp, Auffenberg Dealer Group of Illinois

Brian Mentzer, Belleville Township High School Dist. #201

Paula Nixon, Ameren Illinois

Jessica Orelt, Baldree-Orelt Insurance Agency

Kirk Schilling, Invelop LLC

Laura Schrick, Mathis, Marifian & Richter

Stephen Sedlak, Schmale Insurance

John Ziegler, Memorial Hospital

EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS

Chairman Mark Kern, St. Clair County

Mayor Patty Gregory, City of Belleville

Christine Spargur, Scott Air Force Base

Jo Ann May, IL Small Business Development Center

CHAMBER STAFF

Wendy J. Pfeil, President/CEO wpfeil@bellevillechamber.org

Peggy Schifferdecker, Membership/Event Manager pschifferdecker@bellevillechamber.org

Sarah Hillebrand, Marketing/Communicatons Manager marketing@bellevillechamber.org

Courtney Adams, BMS Manager bms@bellevillechamber.org

Cathleen Lindauer, Director, Belleville Tourism clindauer@bellevillechamber.org

SPECIAL PARTNERS

Platinum: Memorial Hospitals Belleville/Shiloh

Gold: HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital

Silver: Illinois American Water Company

Bronze: Ameren Illinois

Belleville Boot Company

Belleville News-Democrat

City of Belleville

Clean Eatz Belleville

Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale, P.C.

Friends: ALLSTAR Carpet & Upholstery Care

Associated Bank

AT&T Illinois

Auffenberg Dealer Group

Busey Bank

Eckert’s Inc.

Essence Healthcare

Gonzalez Companies, LLC

Grey Eagle Distributors

Kyle Lener - Allstate Insurance Agency

Scott Credit Union

Southwestern Illinois College

TerraSource Global

Alliance: Abbott EMS

Air One Chiropractic

Allsup, Inc

Barb Davidson, Designated Managing Broker, Coldwell Banker Brown Realtors

Bacon Farmer Workman Engineering & Testing, Inc.

Bell Dental

Bank of Belleville

Belleville Area Special Services Cooperative

Benedictine Living Community at the Shrine

Bi-State Development

BOS Metro East Banking Center

Breakthru Beverage Group

Brown & Crouppen Law Firm

Cannon Utility Services, LLC.

Chelar Tool and Die

Citizens Community Bank

CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP

Cooling Concepts

Estel Foods Inc. / McDonalds

Empire Comfort Systems

FCB Bank

FKG Oil Company

Hank’s Excavating & Landscaping, Inc.

Holland Construction Services

Hoyleton Youth and Family Services

Jack Schmitt Family of Dealerships

Knipp Roofing & Exteriors, Inc.

Knollwood Retirement Community

Lochmueller Group

Mathis, Marifian & Richter, Ltd.

McKendree University

National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows

Nothing Bundt Cakes

pcs for people

Print Master

Serra Honda O’Fallon

SIHF Healthcare

Southern Illinois Builders Association

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

Willowcreek Rehab & Nursing Center

AMBASSADORS

Rebecca Boyer, Kaskaskia Engineering Group, LLC

Justin Chapman, Busey Bank

Lynne Clapp, Vertical Performance

Terri Dambacher, CompuType IT Solutions

Julie Fetters, First National Bank of Waterloo

Cari Frick, Metro Lock and Security, Inc.

Sharon Goff, Community Member

Dean Hardt, City of Belleville

Dennis F. Korte, Sr., Community Member

Tracy McCollum, Standard Rule Promotions

Dorothy Meyer, Community Member

Lisa Phillipson, Hospice of Southern Illinois

Joy Prigge, Buena Vista Bank

Leslie Schmidt, Abbott EMS

Brandy Steely, Community Member

Anne Thomure, Memorial Regional Health Services

Sheri Welch, Community Member

Susan Wobbe, Community Member

Sharon Zika, Scott Credit Union

ADVERTISE

2023

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Ads must be received by the 15th of each month, electronically in JPEG or PDF form.

Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce 216 East A Street, Belleville,IL 62220 Phone: (618) 233-2015 Fax: (618) 233-2077 www.bellevillechamber.org

Please call 618-233-2015 or email marketing@bellevillechamber.org to reserve your ad space.

Notre Dame Academy

200 South 2nd Street | Belleville IL

notredamebelleville.org

redbox + Dumpster Rental of St. Louis Metro East

109 Sonoma Way | Belleville IL redboxplus.com/st-louis-metro-east/

Siteman Cancer Center

4901 Forest Park Way | St. Louis, MO siteman.wustl.edu

Lizzie Bob’s Bakery

5500 North Illinois St., Suite C | Fairview Heights, IL

lizziebobsbakery.com

Belleville, IL

twohotmessmamas@gmailcom.com

Thank you

Aqua Works Pool Specialists, LLC

Becker, Hoerner & Ysursa P.C.

Belleville Area Humane Society

Belleville Area Special Services Cooperat

Belleville Christkindlmarkt

Belleville News-Democrat

Belleville Township High School District

Bel-O Pest Solutions.

C. R. Vernier, Inc.

Campbells Automotive Inc.

Caritas Family Solutions

Car-Tech Automotive

CASA of Southwestern Illinois

Catholic Diocese of Belleville Cemetery A Challenge Unlimited, Inc.

Copper Bend Pharmacy

CTS Technology Solutions, Inc.

Dave Schmidt Truck Service, Inc.

Educational Concepts Unlimited, Inc.

Edward Jones - Jeff Pratl

Firestone Complete Auto Care

Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois

Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale,-P.C.

Hank’s Excavating & Landscaping, Inc.

Heartlands Conservancy

Keils Clock Shop

Knollwood Retirement Community

L.G.I. Industrial Signs

Lewis Rice LLC

Marco’s Tavern on Main

Mathis, Marifian & Richter, Ltd

Metro Lock & Security, Inc.

Scott Credit Union

Seven/Shichi Sushi Bar

Sheri Welch

Society of St. Vincent DePaul - Belleville

St. Clair County

State of Illinois

Stifel

Super 8

T.R.’s Place Inc

Town & Country Bank

Violence Prevention Center of Southwester

CHAMBER EVENTS

May 2023

UPCOMING CHAMBER EVENTS

5/3 Ribbon Cutting at Clean Eatz

5/5 Ribbon Cutting at Bliss Events

5/5 Leadership Belleville Graduation Banquet

5/9 Coffee Cup Connections at The Shoppes at Olde Towne Mall

5/9 Ribbon Cutting at The Annex Airbnb

5/11 Healthcare & Community Service Agency’s Committee Meeting

RSVP for events online at BellevilleChamber.org

Just click on the event you wish to attend and log-in. Need help? Email your RSVP to marketing@bellevillechamber.org or call 618-233-2015.

5/11 Ribbon Cutting at Papa Vito’s & Blush Home Decor by JSB Designs

5/15 Otto Golf Classic

5/17 Ribbon Cutting at Sawdust & Glitter

5/19 Ribbon Cutting at Lizzie Bob’s Bakery

5/24 Ribbon Cutting for City of Belleville Splash Pad

APRIL COFFEE CUP CONNECTIONS

April’s Coffee Cup Connections was hosted at The Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce. Thank you to all of our members that came out bright and early to have coffee and conversation with us! Our next Coffee Cup Connections will be on May 9th at The Shoppes at Olde Towne Mall. Sign up at bellevillechamber.org!

Celebrating a new business opening, anniversary or remodel?

Celebrate with a Ribbon Cutting! Contact Peggy Schifferdecker, Membership/Event Manager, for more info. Call the Chamber Office at (618) 233-2015.

CHAMBER EVENTS

WHAT’S GOING ON AT THE CHAMBER?

Spring is here and April was a busy month for our President, Wendy Pfeil!

Wendy attended the NFIB meeting in Springfield to learn about issues facing our small businesses including the mandatory paid time off act, followed by a quick trip to the capital where she was able to meet up with Sen. Christopher Belt. She was also invited to attend a USDA Grant Presentation with U.S. Congresswomen Nikki Budzinski, Undersecretary for Rural Development Xochitl Torres Small and IL Dir. For USDA Betsy Dirksen-Londrigan.

The following week, Wendy attended the Public Policy Speaker Series with U.S. Congresswomen Mary E. Miller and Nikki Budzinski. They discussed current issues on Capitol Hill, including the reauthorization of the farm bill and its impact on southwestern Illinois and the St. Louis metro.

Later in the day Wendy was at Andria’s Steakhouse with Sen. Christopher Belt, Rep. Katie Stuart and Fairview Heights Mayor Mark Kupsky for a tour of the restaurant and bottling production area for Andria’s sauces and dressings, sharing the vision for Andria’s Food Group production facility and the current challenges facing small businesses and production facilities.

As you can see, we continue every day to live our mission, Advancing Business, Supporting Community!

LEADERSHIP BELLEVILLE REGIONAL GROWTH DAY

On April 21st, The Leadership Belleville Class of 22-23 toured MidAmerica Airport and Scott Air Force Base. The class gained an understanding of the key challenges and goals for the economic development of the community. The tour included the U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) and the 932nd Airlift Wing. Not only did they get a special look around Scott, they learned how vital the mission partner’s roles are at Scott Air Force Base.

CHAMBER EVENTS

SPRING IS BUSTLING ON BELLEVILLE MAIN STREET

On Saturday, April 8th, Businesses in Belleville took part in the First Annual Main Street Kids’ Day! The sun was out and families used their provided map to explore and find the fun activities along Main Street. There was something for everyone, from making their own rootbeer at Shoehorn Brewing to creating a colorful hand puppet with Belleville Parks and Rec. The crafts, music, food and shopping kept Belleville’s youngest residents, along with their parents, busy all day long!

A big shout out to all of our Community Partners and Main Street Businesses for showing area families a great time! Thank you to our volunteers for lending a hand on such a busy weekend! Make sure you don’t miss out on this event next year!

Chilly weather on Saturday, April 22nd didn’t stop hundreds of people from far and wide from attending this year’s Belleville Main Street Homebrew & Music Walk.

For $20 in advance, a ticket included a commemorative tasting glass, live music throughout Main Street, and a choice of 15 samples from the area’s best home brewers. Atendees casted their vote to choose this year’s winner for People’s Choice!

Thank you to all of our Homebrewers for bringing some mighty fine brews for the 2023 Homebrew & Music Walk! To see the winners, check out the Belleville Main Street Facebook page.

NEW SENIOR TECHNICIAN JOINS OATES ASSOCIATES

Oates Associates has been welcoming new employees as the firm leans into expanding its staff to support continuous growth.

The latest addition to the firm’s team is Danny Gray, Jr., who joins as a senior technician.

Danny brings 26 years of professional experience in the telecommunications industry. His expertise makes him familiar with common practices at Oates Associates, and he brings familiarity with office and field operations.

Oates Associates is a multi-disciplined design firm with offices in Collinsville and Belleville, Illinois and St. Louis and St. Charles, Missouri. Oates provides engineering and surveying services for transportation and building projects. Specifically, this includes transportation and traffic engineering, ADA transition planning, stormwater management, site design, building and bridge structural design and inspections, surveying and drone operations.

For more information, visit www.oatesassociates.com or call 618.345.2200.

IMPACT STRATEGIES ANNOUNCES NEW PRECONSTRUCTION DEPARTMENT LEADERSHIP

IMPACT Strategies is proud to announce new leadership in its preconstruction department. The firm has promoted Jason Toennies from Senior Estimator to Director of Estimating, and Derek Schaefer from Preconstruction Manager to Director of Preconstruction. The promotion of these two key staff members to senior leadership positions is part of the firm’s strategic business plan for continued growth in its St. Louis and Ohio/Kentucky/Indiana (OKI) markets. IMPACT Strategies celebrated a record year in 2022 with more than $110 million in completed projects throughout five midwestern states.

Jason Toennies holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management from Southern Illinois University–Edwardsville. Jason joined IMPACT Strategies in 2007 and brings more than 25 years of experience to his new role as Director of Estimating.

Director of Pre-Construction Derek Schaefer has 15 years of experience in the construction industry. He graduated from the University of Central Missouri with a Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management. He also earned the Design-Build Institute of America’s DBIA designation as a nationally certified Design-Build Professional in 2022. Derek joined IMPACT Strategies in 2013.

Toennies and Schaefer have been a part of numerous high-profile IMPACT Strategies projects, including Altair at the Heights in Richmond Heights, MO; 2200 LaSalle at Lafayette Park; several projects for BJC Health System; and numerous industrial buildings at Fenton Logistics Park.

The development and promotion of these new leaders allows for the future transition of Executive VP Mike Christ to a part-time role, expected in early 2024. Christ will remain a member of the firm’s executive leadership and will act as a mentor and coach for Toennies and Schaefer. Christ will also continue to lead IMPACT Strategies’ virtual design and construction (VDC) initiative.

IMPACT Strategies President Mark Hinrichs said, “As part of our long-term leadership planning and the continued growth of our firm, I am very excited to see Jason and Derek step into their new roles. Each is a strong, capable leader with a track record of success – they will be instrumental in taking our already high-performing preconstruction department to new heights.”

WOMAN-OWNED SAWDUST AND GLITTER ANNOUNCES MOVE TO HISTORIC LOFTS ON THE SQUARE

Sawdust and Glitter, a beloved DIY space and home decor store known for its unique and handcrafted items, is excited to announce its relocation to a new, larger space in the Lofts on the Square building at 16 S. Illinois, Suite A in Belleville, IL. The move marks the first retail space in the newly renovated historic building on the national historic registry. The new location is now open and will feature a larger retail space, more storage, and more room for crafting workshops and events than it had at its old location. Sawdust & Glitter opened at 119 E Main St. December 1, 2019, just before the pandemic began. “It has been a crazy uphill battle, but coming out of the pandemic we are thriving, and growing, thanks to our amazing customers”

Owned by Lacie Loose, Sawdust and Glitter has been a staple of the Belleville community for years, offering a wide range of handmade products and DIY crafting workshops. The move to the Lofts on the Square building is a significant milestone for the business and represents a major investment in the historic downtown area.

“The new space is truly stunning,” said Lacie Loose, owner of Sawdust and Glitter. “Not only does it offer us more room to expand our product offerings and DIY workshops, but it also features a beautiful view of the iconic fountain. I cannot wait to have a stunning view of the fountain when it is turned on for the season, especially at night, it will make a great backdrop for our customers photos. The natural light from the large windows creates an inviting atmosphere that we know our customers will love.”

The move to the new location will allow Sawdust and Glitter to expand its product offerings, including handmade furniture, home decor, and gifts. The store will continue to offer a wide range of DIY crafting workshops for all ages and skill levels, including making your own tumblers, painting classes, candle making, and more.

“We are excited for our move and to continue to be a part of the downtown community and to create a focal point for many events in the area,” said Loose. “The Lofts on the Square building is the perfect home for our store, and we can’t wait to welcome our customers to our new space. The floor to ceiling windows that wrap the space allow people to see what we have to offer from all angles. People driving down 159, will be able to see our DIY classes going on, and from the square you have a great view of our entire retail section, as well as the DIY area. “

“The move to the new location has given us the space we need to pursue another dream of mine, opening a boutique named B Time Three Boutique,” said Lacie Loose. B Time Three Boutique will be located inside the new Sawdust and Glitter space and will feature a selection of clothing, shoes, and accessories. The boutique will offer a range of styles for women of all ages and sizes.

The addition of the boutique will add another element to store that fits perfectly with my mission. “I want to create a space where people can come and feel inspired, confident, and creative . When people leave my shop, my hope is I achieved that goal.”

For more information about Sawdust and Glitter’s relocation and new products, visit their website at sawdustnglitter.com or follow them on social media at sawdust.n.glitter.

HSHS ST. ELIZABETH’S WOUND CARE CENTER RECOGNIZED FOR CLINICAL EXCELLENCE FOR THIRD YEAR IN A ROW

HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital’s Wound Care Center has been named a recipient of the Center of Distinction award by Healogics®, the nation’s largest provider of advanced wound care services. This is the third consecutive year that the center has achieved this recognition.

The Wound Care Center achieved outstanding clinical outcomes for 12 consecutive months, including a patient satisfaction rate higher than 92%. There were 532 centers eligible for the Center of Distinction award and 305 achieved the honor. Other Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) hospitals receiving this same honor include HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital in Effingham and HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital in Highland.

“We couldn’t be prouder of our Wound Care Center team for once again achieving this national distinction,” shared St. Elizabeth’s Hospital President and CEO Chris Klay. “The compassionate, high-quality care that our Wound Care Center team provides to their patients is life-changing for many. This award represents their commitment to providing top-tier care that is consistent, and we congratulate the entire team for their ongoing competence in serving our patients.”

St. Elizabeth’s Wound Care Center is a member of the Healogics network of over 600 Wound Care Centers® and offers highly specialized wound care to patients suffering from diabetic foot ulcers, pressure ulcers, infections and other chronic wounds which have not healed in a reasonable amount of time.

Advanced wound care modalities provided by the hospital’s wound care experts include negative pressure wound therapy, total contact casting, bio-engineered tissues, biosynthetic dressings and growth factor therapies. The center also offers hyperbaric oxygen therapy, which works by surrounding the patient with 100% oxygen to help progress the healing of the wound.

Jennifer Steiner, RN and clinical program director for St. Elizabeth’s Wound Care Center, said, “Our team members take extreme pride in making sure that we provide the best care collaboratively and provide the most effective treatments for our patients. Our focus is always to find the cause, heal the wound and help educate the patient on preventing future wounds and avoiding other related health problems,” she said. “We are devoted to healing problem wounds for our patients and helping them reclaim the quality of their lives. We enjoy celebrating with our patients when we can release them from our care because their wound has been healed.”

If you or a loved one is suffering from a wound that has not begun to heal after four weeks with traditional treatment methods, contact St. Elizabeth’s Wound Care Center at 618-234-2120, ext. 32742.

INJURY FREE RUNNING CLINIC

Whether you are an experienced runner or just starting your training, our FREE Injury Free Running Clinic at HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Outpatient Therapy can support and educate you on injury prevention and performance enhancement through a personalized program.

For more information or to register scan code or call 618-624-3668.

HSHS ST. ELIZABETH’S HOSPITAL HIGHLIGHTS THE IMPORTANCE OF FOOT HEALTH

During National Foot Health Awareness Month in April, HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital’s Wound Care Center aims to educate the public on common foot wounds and treatment. Right now, nearly seven million Americans are living with a chronic wound, and more than two million of those are suffering from diabetic foot ulcers. “Many people may not realize that they are suffering from a wound on their foot, particularly those who have diabetic neuropathy who may be losing some feeling in their extremities,” said Casandra (Cassie) Roy, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, for the center. “It is important that everyone inspect their feet regularly to ensure that wounds are caught early, when they are easier to treat. Our team of caregivers are trained in treating chronic wounds and nonresponsive conditions.”

For those suffering from wounds on their feet, many of these untreated and undertreated wounds have resulted in amputation, according to a study from the American Diabetes Association.

Managed by Healogics, the nation’s leading provider of advanced wound care, St. Elizabeth’s Wound Care Center treats a variety of wound conditions including chronic foot and leg wounds that are often caused by underlying conditions such as diabetes and vascular disease.

There are preventative measures everyone can do to improve foot health. Medical providers at St. Elizabeth’s Wound Care Center offer the following foot care tips:

● Check your feet for red spots, cuts, swelling, blisters, sores or other injuries daily.

● Wash your feet every day and dry them with care, especially between the toes.

● Trim your toenails as needed after you’ve washed and dried your feet.

● Wear properly fitting shoes that do not rub or pinch your feet.

● Always wear socks or stockings with your shoes, and never walk barefoot or while wearing just socks.

● Physical activity can help increase circulation in your feet. Consult your health care team to see which physical activity is right for you.

● Take off your socks at your next check-up and alert your doctor to any problems with your feet. Regular foot inspections are key to prevention.

● Proper footwear, a healthy diet and maintaining healthy glucose levels can also help keep feet sore-free.

St. Elizabeth’s Wound Care Center offers comprehensive wound care and leading-edge treatments, including hyperbaric oxygen therapy, negative pressure wound therapy, bio-engineered skin substitutes, biological and biosynthetic dressings and growth factor therapies. The Wound Care Center was recently named a recipient of the Center of Distinction award by Healogics®, the nation’s largest provider of advanced wound care services, for clinical excellence in patient satisfaction and wound healing rates. This is the third consecutive year that the center has achieved this recognition.

Even though a physician’s referral is not needed for an evaluation, St. Elizabeth’s Wound Care Center staff work closely with each patient’s physician or primary care provider to work as a cohesive team for the patient. “We send each evaluation to the patients’ physician to ensure proper communication within our health care team,” explained Wound Care Center Manager Jennifer Steiner, RN. Staff will also check individual insurance plan coverage prior to the appointment.

For more information on the treatment of diabetic foot ulcers and other chronic or infected wounds, contact St. Elizabeth’s Wound Care Center at 618-234-2120, ext. 32742 or for more information about HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital, visit steliz.org.

MCKENDREE UNIVERSITY DESIGNATED A VOTER FRIENDLY CAMPUS

BY NASPA AND CAMPUS VOTE PROJECT

McKendree University was recently named a Voter Friendly Campus, one of 258 campuses in 38 states and the District of Columbia, by Fair Elections Center’s Campus Vote Project and NASPA – Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education. The initiative recognizes institutions that have planned and implemented practices that encourage their students to register and vote in the 2022 elections and in coming years. McKendree is one of seven higher-learning institutions in Illinois to earn this designation this year.

The mission of the 2023 Voter Friendly Campus designation is to bolster colleges’ and universities’ efforts to help students overcome barriers to participating in the political process every year, not just during years featuring elections. McKendree’s efforts, even during a non-national election year, to break down barriers and empower students with the information and tools they need to participate in the political process led to tremendous youth voter turnout and opened the door to lifelong civic engagement for its students.

“We’re happy to be designated as a Voter Friendly Campus once more,” said Dr. Ann Collins, professor of political science at McKendree University. “We enjoy working with partners who help us foster civic engagement at McKendree. Our students are passionate about the issues facing our country and world today, and they are motivated to use their voices and the ballot box to find solutions. I’m optimistic about the future because our students realize they are a powerful force in their communities.”

McKendree has made a strong statement about their civic mission to prepare students to be engaged participants in our democracy and is eager to continue engaging students through 2023 and beyond.

The institutions designated Voter Friendly Campuses represent a wide range of two-year, four-year, public, private, rural and urban campuses, collectively serving over 3.5 million students.

To view the results, please visit https://www.voterfriendlycampus.org/campus-designees-2024.

THE ST. LOUIS REGION ONE LOCATION. GLOBAL ACCESS.

The St. Louis region is an exceptional place for industrial site selection. The region utilizes its position in the international freight network, leverages domestic shipping advantages, and offers a deep, readily available workforce, from the C-Suite to the shop floor and everywhere in between.

from one of the nation’s

points of export for ocean

To learn more about the St. Louis region’s developer-ready real estate sites and our role in advancing major infrastructure projects and addressing global supply chain disruptions, visit TheFreightway.com or follow us on social media.

For site selection assistance, contact Mary Lamie at 314-982-1562 or mclamie@thefreightway.com

The St. Louis region delivers. Let us get you moving. TheFreightway.com

GLOBAL RAIL CONNECTIVITY VIA SIX CLASS I RAILROADS providing service

highest volume rail hubs to multiple

container shipping.

GLOBAL MARINE HIGHWAY CONNECTIVITY from the most efficient inland port in the nation, connecting the Midwest to the lower Mississippi River and on to worldwide destinations.

Check out the line-up for the Scott AFB Airshow & STEM Expo, May 13 & 14!

The Scott AFB Airshow & STEM Expo is FREE, and gates open at 9 a.m. both days. There is premium seating available for purchase. Go to scott.af.mil/airshow to find out what to expect and to reserve your tickets.

Please note that because on-base parking will be limited, parking passes are available for free at www. scott.af.mil. Scott AFB highly recommends using the metro train to the Shiloh-Scott station, and there will be shuttles and a walking trail available from there to the flight line.

*All times are subject to change.*

MEMBER NEWS

Ambassador Travel & Cruises Invite You to Attend Our Sandals Resorts Presentation Featuring the Luxury Included Resorts of the Caribbean

JOIN US ON APRIL 18TH, 2023 FROM 5-7 PM AT POUR 322 COFFEE HOUSE MUST RSVP FOR EVENT BY APRIL 12TH CALL OR TEXT 618.234.1046

VISIT WITH OUR SANDALS REPRESENTATIVE WHO WILL SHARE OUR INFORMATION ON THESE ADULTS ONLY RESORTS. LIGHT REFRESHMENTS WILL BE SERVED. DISCOUNTS WILL BE GIVEN AND PRIZES BE AWARDED.

LOOKING FOR A WORKSPACE? CAFE BIZ 618 MIGHT BE FOR YOU!

Conventional businesses have change dramatically in the last ten years, courtesy of the internet and new technologies. Coworking is one of the best examples of these transformations since current business owners are willing to share office spaces and work in a similar environment with freelancers or workers from other organizations.

Entrepreneurs are as diverse as their business needs. We, at Cafe Biz 618, understand this and offer a variety of packages and services to help make your job a little bit easier.

If it’s only a desk you need, enjoy a work station, accessible to you, on a month-to-month basis. Not ready for a commitment? No big deal. For a daily rate, you can enjoy the workspace that many others call their home away from home.

For a bit more space, get settled in a room you can call your own. Bring your desktop, headset, & family photos! Our private, spacious, & furnished offices are secured. These are available hourly, weekly, or short-term lease.

Need an event space? Cafe Biz 618 is becoming the goto event space for not only small businesses but also for the community as a whole. Nearly every weekend, we’re the home for pop ups, workshops, vendor fairs & more. Our building is equipped with fiber optic wifi, a food prep station, and a 65” TV. Ample parking available, and outside catering is permitted. We’ll provide the ice, setup, breakdown, and cleaning service.

Interested in one of our services? Reach out to us through our website www.cafebiz618.com or call 618-593-5164. You can also schedule a tour to see our space for yourself!

Edward S. Bott, Jr.

John H. Chassaing O’Fallon, IL

Thomas F. Hennessy, III

Swansea, IL

Paul E. Petruska O’Fallon, IL

Garrett C. Reuter, Jr.

O’Fallon, IL

William A. Schmitt

Waterloo, IL

Donald K. Schoemaker

Shiloh, IL

Kurt S. Schroeder

Shiloh, IL

Russell K. Scott

Belleville, IL

L. Kevin Vick

Belleville, IL

Donald E. Weihl

Belleville, IL

David W. Ybarra

O’Fallon, IL

YOUR BEST MEDICINE

As part of BJC HealthCare, Memorial Hospital delivers access to specialty care right where you live.

Washington UniversityPhysicians in Illinois, Inc. and BJC Medical Group specialists, practice the most advanced health care for newborns to seniors and every age in between at both our Shiloh and Belleville medical campuses. It’s your best medicineSM, right here.

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