PM Springfield Interviews

On this episode of Full Disclosure, Trent R. Nelson speaks with the Director of Policy at the Better Government Association, Bryan Zarou, concerning new pieces of proposed FOIA and ethics legislation, corruption across the state, grocery tax and so much more!

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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.

Topics Discussed In This Interview:

• Charro Mexican Restaurant, a family-owned business based in Chesterfield,
  Missouri, with additional locations in Taylorville and Decatur, is coming to
  Springfield.

• Brezie's Roasted Beans is a new addition to the Springfield area's growing
  coffee scene, but it also offers breakfast and lunch options, plus activities
  for kids.

• Less than a year after closing its brick-and-mortar store, Alinda Hale has
  merged Eye Candy Boutique with Deep South Pout, an online boutique based in
  Mississippi.

• After 149 years and four generations, the family-owned Armbruster
  Manufacturing Company is closing its doors. The facility has been sold to a
  national franchise business.

   

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On this episode of Full Disclosure, Trent R. Nelson speaks with the President and CEO of the Better Government Association, David Greising, concerning new pieces of proposed legislation to help local media, corruption across the state and so much more!

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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.

Topics Discussed In This Interview:

• Loukinens' on 4th has reopened after closing suddenly in mid-February, but it's not clear how long it will be able to continue operations. The property is no longer listed for sale, but a foreclosure suit is pending.

• Potter Drug is planning to open a west-side location this summer.

   

• AR Luxury Event Spaces is scheduled to open in Springfield on April 13.

   

• Women Entrepreneurs of Central Illinois will hold its 4th annual Women’s Business Showcase event on Wednesday, March 6, from 4:30-7 p.m. at Crowne Plaza Springfield.

   

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In this episode of Business in the 217, Trent R. Nelson talks with:

• Melissa Horn - Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce

Trent R. Nelson spoke with Melissa Horn about recent and upcoming innovations, as well as opportunities that businesses and individuals across the community might benefit from.

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On this episode of Business in the 217, Trent R. Nelson talks with:

• Tara Matheson - ImpactLife

Trent R. Nelson spoke with Tara Matheson of ImpactLife concerning the joy of being kind to others, donating blood, and what kind of positive incentive those who give the gift of life can receive all March long!

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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Ryan McCrady, CEO, and President Ryan McCrady, for their bi-weekly chat concerning the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.

Topics Discussed In This Interview:

• CWLP rate hikes
• City of Springfield budgets
• More on logistics Centers
• Local Small Businesses
• Dredging Lake Springfield
• Economics
• So much more!

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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Brooke Dunn of the Central Illinois Foodbank regarding what the organization is looking to provide the greater community with, how you can make a positive impact on your neighbors and neighborhood, and so much more!

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On this episode of Full Disclosure, Trent R. Nelson speaks with the President and CEO of the Better Government Association, David Greising, concerning several aspects of the Governor's proposed budget, immigration, and so much more!

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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.

Topics Discussed In This Interview:

• Loukinens' on 4th has reopened after closing suddenly in mid-February, but it's not clear how long it will be able to continue operations. The property is no longer listed for sale, but a foreclosure suit is pending.

• Potter Drug is planning to open a west-side location this summer.

   

• AR Luxury Event Spaces is scheduled to open in Springfield on April 13.

   

• Women Entrepreneurs of Central Illinois will hold its 4th annual Women’s Business Showcase event on Wednesday, March 6, from 4:30-7 p.m. at Crowne Plaza Springfield.

   

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