Business
11 months ago
Illinois State Treasurer’s Office returns $299 million in cash

“Putting money back in people’s pockets helps families and our state’s economy. This money belongs with its rightful owners,” Treasurer Frerichs said. “We have made it easier to file a claim in many cases and streamlined the system with the help of state lawmakers.”

Business
11 months ago
The Illinois Soybean Association is hosting an herbicide workshop

The workshop will cover the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) new herbicide strategy and will take place on January 22 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s Crop Science Research Education Center in Champaign. The workshop provides attendees with the latest EPA herbicide regulations and practical strategies for compliance.

Business
11 months ago
City of Urbana announces $1 million grant funding to homelessness

Public and private non-profit organizations are able to apply. The Housing and Homeless Innovations Round II is funded by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, the American Rescue Plan Act, and the City of Urbana general funds.

Business
12 months ago
Jobs up in 7 of 14 Illinois metro areas in November

“As job growth reaches across the state, we remain committed to investing in the necessary tools and resources for the state’s strong economic landscape,” said Deputy Governor Andy Manar. “IDES continues to assist in matching jobseekers with employers to ensure both are finding the right fit for their needs.”

Business
1 year ago
Illinois minimum wage set to increase from $14 to $15 per hour in January

The State of Illinois recently announced the minimum wage increase from the initial $14 per hour to $15. The minimum wage for tipped workers will increase to $9 per hour and workers under 18 working fewer than 650 hours per year will be increased to $13 per hour.

The Neil Street location in Champaign is closing.
Business
1 year ago
Champaign’s Oberweis Ice Cream and That Burger Joint to close with a new location in the works

Oberweis Ice Cream and Dairy Store and That Burger Joint closed their doors on Sunday, at least temporarily.

Business
1 year ago
Why furnace maintenance is crucial

Getting your furnace serviced regularly is essential for several reasons, as it ensures safety, efficiency, and reliability while also extending the lifespan of your heating system. Getting your furnace checked before winter is an important step for several reasons:

Business
1 year ago
Local family turns passion for sustainability into thriving business

MAHOMET, IL (Chambana Today) – What started as a simple desire to nurture the earth […]

Business
1 year ago
The City of Champaign is offering free two-hour parking downtown

There is no requirement to provide any proof of purchase at the parking deck to receive the two-hour discount. Parking at the parking deck is also free on City holidays, Saturdays, and Sundays. The parking deck is located at the corner of Hill and Randolph Streets and has more than 300 visitor parking spaces.

Business
1 year ago
Willard Airport to begin capital improvements in 2025

There are three different projects in the planning stages at Willard Airport in Savoy. The Commercial Airline Terminal Rehabilitation Project will replace two roof sections and two escalators, and repair worn-out pavement on aviation aprons where the planes are parked, serviced, and boarded.

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