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News for Community
Thursday, March 21, 2019Categories: Community, Member Company News, Financial, Small Business
Wednesday, March 20, 2019April is Alcohol Awareness Month, and this year’s theme, “Help for Today, Hope for Tomorrow”, is a national grassroots effort to draw attention to the many opportunities people, families, and communities have to educate young people on the dangers of alcohol use. No other substance is more widely used by American’s youth than alcohol, making alcoholism and alcohol-related problems the number one ...read moreCategories: Community, Health & LifestyleFriday, March 15, 2019Kick off the long Memorial Day weekend with an Elgin spring tradition – the 42nd annual Elgin Valley Fox Trot. This year's event includes a 10-mile, 10K and 5K run as well as a 2-mile “Walk for a Cause.” The race takes place on Saturday, May 25 in downtown Elgin, with races and walk starting at the intersection of Kimball Street and Douglas Avenue. The 10-mile run begins with a shotgun start ...read moreCategories: Health & Lifestyle, Community, Member Company News
Thursday, March 14, 2019SAVE THE DATECome visit us at our Open House WHEN: Wednesday March 20 at 7pm WHERE: Elgin Township office 729 S. McLean Blvd, Elgin.***Parking & Entrance in the Rear***WHAT TO EXPECT: A shortened version of a Toastmasters meeting... how we help members grow their communication skills, resulting in greater self confidence.FEATURING: A skilled Toastmaster will give a ...read moreCategories: Community, Career & Education, Small Business, EAC News
Thursday, March 14, 2019View this email in your browserDistrict 54 Division A International & Humorous Speech ContestsWHEN: SATURDAY MARCH 16 8AM - DOORS OPEN - COFFEE & LIGHT SNACKS 8:30AM - BRIEFINGS FOR FUNCTIONARIES AND CONTESTANTS 9:00AM CONTEST BEGINS WHERE: ELGIN TOWNSHIP OFFICE 729 S. McLean Blvd, Elgin***Parking and entrance in the rear - ring doorbell***COME AND ...read moreCategories: Community, Career & Education, Small Business, EAC News
Thursday, March 14, 2019News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 14, 2019 Edward Jones Ranks Highest in Investor Satisfaction, According to J.D. Power 2019 U.S. Full Service Investor Satisfaction Study(SM) Financial services firm Edward Jones ranks highest in investor satisfaction with full service brokerage firms, according to the J.D. Power 2019 U.S. Full Service Investor Satisfaction Study(SM), the firm ...read moreCategories: Career & Education, EAC News, Community, Economic Development, Health & Lifestyle, Financial, Member Company News
Wednesday, March 13, 2019April 13 event to include visits to current and previous EHS buildings ELGIN - Alumni and retired staff from Elgin High School are invited to attend the “All-Class Reunion” on Saturday, April 13 as part of celebrations to mark the 150th anniversary of the school. Both the current Elgin High School, at 1200 Maroon Drive, and the previous EHS building, now the District’s Educational Services ...read moreCategories: Community
Wednesday, March 06, 2019Community residents who have a family member struggling with a substance use disorder are encouraged to participate in a new support group, Among Friends. Starting March 20th, Among Friends will be held Wednesdays from 5-6 p.m. at the First Congregational United Church of Christ in Elgin. The support group will be facilitated by a Renz Addiction Counseling Center’s substance use disorder ...read moreCategories: Health & Lifestyle, Community
Monday, March 04, 2019Thank you to these Chamber members who are celebrating an anniversary with us! Celebrating more than 60 yearsElgin Community CollegeMueller & Co LLP Celebrating 30 - 39 yearsBrittain’s Express Oil & Lube Inc. Celebrating 30 - 39 yearsCelebrating 20 to 29 yearsFASTSIGNSLauderdale Electric, Inc.PR Strategies & CommunicationsSynergy Inc.The Salvation Army Celebrating 10 - 19 yearsBlock ...read moreCategories: Community, Economic Development, Financial, Member Company News, Technology, Career & Education, EAC News, Fab Five, Health & Lifestyle, Small BusinessFriday, March 01, 2019Have a product idea in either DeKalb, Elgin, Naperville or Schaumburg? We can assist! NIU EIGERlab is proud to announce new office hours at the DeKalb County Business Incubator, Elgin Area Chamber of Commerce, NIU-Naperville and Harper Community College in Schaumburg Our expanded coverage is due to an increased demand from the Small Business Development Centers (SBDC), SCORE mentors and ...read moreCategories: Community, Health & Lifestyle, Economic Development, Small Business
Friday, March 01, 2019Welcome to our new members in March: BidBuyorTry P.O. Box 5176 Elgin IL 60121 (224) 407-2140 www.bidbuyortry.com Business Services/Advertising Customer Service Solutions Inc. P.O. Box 7732 Algonquin IL 60102 (847) 529-1811 www.customerservsolutions.com Business Services/Business Training Eternal Tan 344 Randall Road South Elgin IL 60177 (847) 429-2400 Home & Family/Beauty ...read moreCategories: Community, Economic Development, Health & Lifestyle, Small Business, Career & Education, EAC News, Fab Five, Member Company NewsThursday, February 28, 2019Fitch once again affirms AAA Bond Rating for Elgin Elgin, IL - The city of Elgin received a “AAA, Outlook Stable” financial rating from Fitch Ratings, confirming the city’s history of strong financial management. The AAA bond rating, affirmed on February 25, 2019, is the agency’s top rating. "The reaffirmation of the city's AAA bond rating reflects the city council's sound financial ...read moreCategories: Economic Development, Member Company News, Community, FinancialWednesday, February 27, 2019(ELGIN, IL – January 31, 2019) Judson University is seeking nominations for the D. Ray Wilson Volunteer Service Award and the Bea Wilson Youth Service Award, which are presented each year at Judson University’s Community Prayer Breakfast. Both awards recognize candidates who have contributed to the greater good in the Fox Valley community by voluntarily serving others' physical, emotional, ...read moreCategories: Career & Education, CommunityWednesday, February 27, 2019Judson's Spring 2019 play is The Complete Works of William Shakespeare, a hilarious comedy combining all of Shakespeare's plays into one production! This production will be directed by Judson alumnus, Jesse Sault ('12). Tickets can be purchased through Eventbrite at jutheatreshakes.eventbrite.com. The ticket categories are General Admission ($12), Senior Citizen and JU Alumni ($10) , ...read moreCategories: Community, Career & EducationWednesday, February 20, 2019Renz Addiction Counseling Center is offering free gambling assessments throughout March in recognition of Problem Gambling Awareness Month. This year’s theme, “Problem Gambling: Awareness Plus Action,” focuses on the importance of prevention, treatment and recovery services. “For most people, gambling is fun and entertaining. But for the problem gambler, it can have devastating losses ...read moreCategories: Community, Health & Lifestyle, EAC NewsTuesday, February 19, 2019The Middleby Corporation (NASDAQ: MIDD) (“Middleby” or “the company”) today announced Selim Bassoul is retiring from his role as Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer. Timothy FitzGerald has been named Chief Executive Officer and a member of the Board of Directors. Mr. FitzGerald has been instrumental in the development and execution of the company strategy since joining in 1998 and ...read moreCategories: Career & Education, EAC News, Member Company News, Community, FinancialMonday, February 18, 2019Speaker Xiuhtezcatl Martinez coming to Elgin in April for Earth Month Elgin, IL- Eighteen-year-old indigenous environmental activist and hip-hop artist Xiuhtezcatl (pronounced Shoe-Tez-Caht, from the Aztec meaning “turquoise warrior”) Martinez will present “Roots of Revolution” April 17 at 7 p.m. at the Hemmens Cultural Center in downtown Elgin. The event, sponsored by the City of Elgin ...read moreCategories: Community, Member Company News, Health & Lifestyle
Friday, February 01, 2019Welcome to our new Elgin Area Chamber members in February! Alianza Hispana Income Tax - Elgin Elia Rodriguez 606 Dundee Avenue Elgin IL 60120 (630) 974-1450 www.alianzahispanainc.com Financial & Insurance Services/Tax Preparation DexYP Diette Barnett 2200 W Airfield Drive DFW Airport TX 75261 (972) 453-7790 www.dexyp.com Business Services/Marketing Heritage Woods of South ...read moreCategories: Career & Education, EAC News, Fab Five, Health & Lifestyle, Small Business, Community, Economic Development, Financial, Member Company News, Technology
Friday, February 01, 2019Categories: Career & Education, Community, EAC News, Economic Development, Fab Five, Financial, Health & Lifestyle, Member Company News, Small Business, TechnologyFriday, February 01, 2019Project 2-3-1 Available on Museum’s YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqFtxziwfNBD0i0sZEj2KNQ To celebrate Black History Month this year, the Elgin History Museum’s documentary, Two Boxcars, Three Blocks, One City: A Story of Elgin’s African American Heritage will be rolled out on YouTube during Black History Month in February. The 75-minute documentary contains extensive ...read moreCategories: Career & Education, Community, Economic Development, Health & Lifestyle, Member Company News
Thursday, January 10, 2019Happy Chamber Member Anniversary to our Members! Thank you to these Elgin Area Chamber members who are celebrating an anniversary with our organization: 60 + Years Fox River Trolley Museum Gail Borden Public Library Scheflow & Rydell Ziegler's Ace Hardware 50 to 59 Years A to Z Rentals Biggers Chevrolet 30 to 39 Years Herb's Bakery Inc. 20 to 29 Years A1 Trophies & Awards, ...read moreCategories: EAC News, Fab Five, Health & Lifestyle, Small Business, Career & Education, Community, Economic Development, Financial, Member Company News, Technology
Tuesday, January 01, 2019EAC's Business Review Newsletter for January 2019Categories: Community, Economic Development, Member Company News, Career & Education, EAC News, Fab Five, Small Business
Tuesday, January 01, 2019Welcome to our new Elgin Area Chamber members in January! ACL Self Storage LLCStephanie Wells1741 Weld Road Elgin Il 60123 (847) 697-4440www.aclstorage.netCommercial & Residential Services/Storage Facilities Alexander Plumbing and SewerPatrick Sakolari221 E Chicago Street # 9 Elgin IL 60120 (847) 742-0541www.alexanderplumbingcontractor.comCommercial & Residential Services/Plumbers Collision ...read moreCategories: Community, Economic Development, Financial, Member Company News, Technology, Career & Education, EAC News, Fab Five, Health & Lifestyle, Small Business
Saturday, December 01, 2018Here is the December 2018 issue of our monthly Business Connection newsletter:Categories: Community, Economic Development, Member Company News, Career & Education, EAC News, Fab Five, Small Business
Saturday, December 01, 2018Welcome to our new Elgin Area Chamber members in December!American Eagle Bank Greg Lieser 556 Randall Road South Elgin IL 60177 (847) 742-7400 www.americaneaglebank.com Financial & Insurance Services/Bank Buffalo Wild Wings Joe Ross 402 Randall Road South Elgin IL 60177 (847) 697-5736 www.buffalowildwings.com Food & Beverages/Restaurants Building & Fire Code Academy Sonya ...read moreCategories: Career & Education, EAC News, Fab Five, Health & Lifestyle, Small Business, Community, Economic Development, Financial, Member Company News, Technology
Thursday, November 01, 2018Happy Chamber Member Anniversary to our Members! Thank you to these Elgin Area Chamber members who are celebrating an anniversary with our organization: Celebrating 40 - 49 years Presence Saint Joseph HospitalCelebrating 20 - 29 years Township of ElginCelebrating 10 - 19 years Courtyard & Townplace Suites by Marriott Tighe, Kress & Orr, P.C. Celebrating 5 - 9 years Engineered Components ...read moreCategories: Community, EAC News, Member Company News
Thursday, November 01, 2018This is an exciting time to be in Elgin! Our Enhancing Elgin Committee works to provide information about the many positive things about our city that are solidifying our reputation as The City in the Suburbs. Visit our website at ElginChamber.com/Fab5 or follow Enhancing Elgin on Facebook and Twitter (@EnhancingElgin) or search the hashtag #ElginIL to learn more about what makes Elgin the great ...read moreCategories: Community, EAC News, Fab Five, Member Company News
Thursday, November 01, 2018Welcome to our new Elgin Area Chamber members in November! iFiber in Partnership with Kane County Steve Smorkol 3100 N Sycamore Road Dekalb IL 60115 (815) 753-8113 www.ifiber.org Technology Sales & Service World Finance Corporation Altovise Goble 357 S Randall Road Elgin IL 60123 (847) 468-0106 www.loansbyworld.com Financial Services/Loans CorporateIT Department Mark ...read moreCategories: Community, EAC News, Member Company News
Thursday, November 01, 2018Here is the November issue of our monthly newsletter: https://indd.adobe.com/view/29138b20-311c-4060-9c7c-2ff2e107c354Categories: Community, EAC News
Wednesday, October 24, 2018Listen, Learn & Lead meets on the 2nd & 4th Thursdays of every month from 4pm - 5pm at the Elgin Area Chamber of Commerce.Every Toastmaster's Journey Starts with a Single Speech Toastmasters International is a nonprofit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs. The organization’s membership exceeds 352,000 in more than 16,400 ...read moreCategories: Career & Education, Community, Member Company News
Friday, October 19, 2018The Elgin Area Leadership Academy, a valued resource since 1991, welcomes students to its Class of 2018-19. “ We are pleased to welcome these talented individuals into the 19th class of the Leadership Academy," said EAC President Carol Gieske. "At the end of the Academy, these students will better understand and appreciate this community and be in even a better position to influence positive ...read moreCategories: Career & Education, EAC News, Community
Monday, October 01, 2018This is an exciting time to be in Elgin! Our Enhancing Elgin Committee works to provide information about the many positive things about our city that are solidifying our reputation as The City in the Suburbs. Visit our website at ElginChamber.com/Fab5 or follow Enhancing Elgin on Facebook and Twitter (@EnhancingElgin) or search the hashtag #ElginIL to learn more about what makes Elgin the great ...read moreCategories: Community, Fab Five, Small Business, EAC News, Member Company News
Monday, October 01, 2018Happy Chamber Member Anniversary to our Members! Thank you to these Elgin Area Chamber members who are celebrating an anniversary with our organization: Celebrating 60+ years Cap & Seal LP School District U-46 Celebrating 50 - 59 years Church of the Brethren Celebrating 40 - 49 years Elgin Community Broadcasting LLC. WRMN 1410AM Radio Celebrating 30 - 39 years Hampton, Lenzini & ...read moreCategories: Community, Economic Development, EAC News, Member Company NewsSaturday, September 01, 2018Happy Chamber Member Anniversary to our Members! Thank you to these Elgin Area Chamber members who are celebrating an anniversary with our organization: More than 50 yearsWillow Lake EstatesFox River Water Reclamation DistrictMueller & Co LLP 30 - 39 yearsThe Learning Tree Child Care CenterUniversal Chemicals & Coatings 20 - 29 yearsDundee Animal Hospital of ElginGroot Inc.Tri-State Carpet & ...read moreCategories: Community, EAC NewsSaturday, September 01, 2018Welcome to our new Elgin Area Chamber members in Septermber! Associated Bank Ana Perez 16 N Spring Street Elgin IL 60120 (847) 214-2466 www.AssociatedBank.com Financial Services/Banks Cafe Revive Jesus Aguirre 51 S Grove Avenue Elgin IL 60120 (847) 529-1324 www.cafereviveelgin.com Food & Beverages/Restaurants Chicago Charter Bus Company Ivelisse Rodriguez 8913 S Cornell ...read moreCategories: EAC News, Member Company News, Community, Economic DevelopmentSaturday, September 01, 2018This is an exciting time to be in Elgin! Our Enhancing Elgin Committee works to provide information about the many positive things about our city that are solidifying our reputation as The City in the Suburbs. Visit our website at ElginChamber.com/Fab5 or follow Enhancing Elgin on Facebook and Twitter (@EnhancingElgin) or search the hashtag #ElginIL to learn more about what makes Elgin the great ...read moreCategories: Community, Economic Development, Member Company News, EAC News, Fab FiveWednesday, August 01, 2018Happy Chamber Member Anniversary to our Members! Thank you to these Elgin Area Chamber members who are celebrating an anniversary with our organization: More than 60 yearsAdvocate Sherman HospitalRalph Helm, Inc.YWCA Elgin 40 - 59 yearsElgin State BankWaste Management 30 - 39 yearsAlexanders CaféAssociation for Individual Development - Elgin Area ServicesLea Heating & Air ConditioningTom's ...read moreCategories: Member Company News, EAC News, Health & Lifestyle, CommunityWednesday, August 01, 2018Elgin's Five Fabulous Facts for August This is an exciting time to be in Elgin! Our Enhancing Elgin Committee works to provide information about the many positive things about our city that are solidifying our reputation as The City in the Suburbs. Visit our website at ElginChamber.com/Fab5 or follow Enhancing Elgin on Facebook and Twitter (@EnhancingElgin) or search the hashtag #ElginIL to learn ...read moreCategories: Financial, Community, EAC News, Member Company News, Small Business, Fab FiveWednesday, August 01, 2018Welcome to our new Elgin Area Chamber members in August! Consumer Credit Counseling Service(CCCS) of Northern Illinois Virginia Peschke 28 N Grove Elgin IL 60123 (800) 815-2227 www.illinoiscccs.org Financial Services/Financial Advisors Family Chiropractic and Posture Center David Serrano 630 Randall Road South Elgin IL 60177 (847) ...read moreCategories: Financial, Community, EAC News, Small Business, Member Company NewsTuesday, July 31, 2018Gather a Group and Experience TheElginSymphonyOrchestra Record-settingfour-time winnerof IllinoisProfessionalOrchestra of the Year! Groups of 10ormore - 15%DiscountGroups of 20ormore - 20%DiscountTicketsstartat $30Transformingthe SymphonyExperience Electrifyingconcertsthat exemplify the power of liveperformance World-class musicians and a critically-acclaimedmusicdirector No rules-wear ...read moreCategories: Community, Member Company News, Small BusinessSunday, July 01, 2018https://indd.adobe.com/view/85316e3b-d978-48db-9b74-b4336a5e2ae9Categories: Community, Economic Development, Small Business, EAC News, Member Company NewsSunday, July 01, 2018Elgin's Five Fabulous Facts for JulyThis is an exciting time to be in Elgin! Our Enhancing Elgin Committee works to provide information about the many positive things about our city that are solidifying our reputation as The City in the Suburbs. Visit our website at ElginChamber.com/Fab5 or follow Enhancing Elgin on Facebook and Twitter (@EnhancingElgin) or search the hashtag #ElginIL to learn ...read moreCategories: EAC News, Member Company News, Community, Fab Five, Small BusinessSunday, July 01, 2018Happy Chamber Member Anniversary to our Members! Thank you to these Elgin Area Chamber members who are celebrating an anniversary with our organization: More than 65 years Easter Seals DuPage & Fox Valley Elgin Academy Elgin Symphony Orchestra Golden Corridor Family YMCA 40 - 49 years Commonwealth Edison Company 30 - 39 years Alm Foot Care Reishauer Corporation Singles Roofing & ...read moreCategories: Community, Economic Development, Small Business, EAC News, Member Company NewsSunday, July 01, 2018Welcome to our new Elgin Area Chamber members in July: Phoenix Athletics, Inc. Carmen Argo 1029 N Randall Road Elgin IL 60123 (847) 468-1705 www.phoenixathletics.net Sports & Fitness/Health Clubs Fellowship Housing Anna Marquardt 2200 W Higgins Road Suite 130 Hoffman Estates IL 60169 (847) 882-2511 www.fhcmoms.org Community/Social Services Deutz Service Center Chicago Sal ...read moreCategories: EAC News, Small Business, Community, Member Company NewsMonday, June 18, 2018Elgin’s Middleby Corporation received the Export Continuing Excellence Award recognition from Lt. Governor Evelyn Sanguinetti and the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity (DCEO) at the 2018 Governor's Export Awards during a ceremony at the Union League Club of Chicago. The Governor's Export Awards are Illinois' highest recognition of export achievement, honoring Illinois ...read moreCategories: Community, Economic Development, Member Company News
Thursday, May 31, 2018Thank you to these Elgin Area Chamber members who are celebrating an anniversary with our organization:50 and more yearsIHC Construction Companies, LLCHoffer Plastics CorporationHopp Accounting & Tax Service, P.C. 30 - 49 yearsGirl Scouts of Northern Illinois 20 - 29 yearsBoys & Girls Club of ElginElgin Plaza 10 - 19 yearsMarklund Wasmond CenterBrittain's Car Wash Inc.First United Methodist ...read moreCategories: Community, Member Company News, EAC News
Thursday, May 31, 2018This is an exciting time to be in Elgin! Our Enhancing Elgin Committee works to provide information about the many positive things about our city that are solidifying our reputation as The City in the Suburbs. Visit our website at ElginChamber.com/Fab5 or follow Enhancing Elgin on Facebook and Twitter (@EnhancingElgin) or search the hashtag #ElginIL to learn more about what makes Elgin the great ...read moreCategories: Community, Economic Development, Member Company News, EAC News, Fab FiveWednesday, May 30, 2018Here is your issue of the Elgin Area Chamber's monthly newsletter, the Business ConnectionCategories: Career & Education, EAC News, Economic Development, Small Business, Community, Fab Five
Sunday, April 01, 2018This is an exciting time to be in Elgin! Our Enhancing Elgin Committee works to provide information about the many positive things about our city that are solidifying our reputation as The City in the Suburbs. Visit our website at ElginChamber.com/Fab5 or follow Enhancing Elgin on Facebook and Twitter (@EnhancingElgin) or search the hashtag #ElginIL to learn more about what makes Elgin the great ...read moreCategories: Community, EAC News, Fab FiveTuesday, March 06, 2018Thank you to these businesses for renewing their investment with the Elgin Area Chamber: Celebrating 50+ Years Elgin Community College Lamp Incorporated Nicor Gas Renz Addiction Counseling Center Scheflow & Rydell Celebrating 30 to 49 Years Brittain's Express Oil & Lube Inc. Kane County Workforce Development Div Celebrating 20 to 29 Years Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Starck Real ...read moreCategories: Community, Member Company News, EAC News