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JANUARY 2, 2025

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Upcoming Chamber Events

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January 16 - BAH Edward Jones

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New Members November/December

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NEW Chamber Members!

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Harvest Solar

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Inspire Wellness

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It's All About You Nails & Spa

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Highland Sports Network

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CHAMBER EVENTS & NEWS

 

 

CITY EVENTS & NEWS

 
City of Highland 

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Highland Public Safety

Mouse Races - February 28

Get your tickets for the Mouse Races benefitting the Highland Public Safety's Wellness Program!

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Parks & Recreation

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Louis Latzer Library

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Press Release

 

Bradford National Bank Announces Staff Promotions

 

At its December meeting, the Bradford National Bank Board of Directors announced three staff promotions, according to bank President, Michael Ennen.

 

John Keeven has been promoted to Senior Vice President and Senior Lending Officer and will manage the loan program for the bank.  Keeven is a 2004 graduate of McKendree University with a BS in finance.  He has over 20 years of banking experience. (continued below)

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MEMBER EVENTS & NEWS

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The Cookie Doode Pop Up!

The Cookie Doode will be at Twice the Ice with fresh baked goodies on Saturday, January 4th from 11 am - 2 pm. Stop by and grab your goodies!

 

Highland Optimist Club

Optimist Shootout - JAN 4

 

Tickets are still available for the 33rd Annual Highland Optimist Shootout Classic presented by ApexNetwork Physical Therapy. "The Shootout" is widely known as the premier high school basketball event in the St. Louis area.  With the rich history of vast attendance and remarkable talent, the event will once again bring together some of the top local and national basketball players and teams to one gym for one full day of hoops.

 

The 2025 event will feature eight games with teams from Illinois, Missouri, Kentucky, and Texas.  The eight games will be sold in two sessions.

 

Session #1 is for the first two games only and will be sold on-line by ShowClix or at the door for $10.00 each (Session #1 Ticket purchases must exit the gym after game #2).


Session #2 or All Day Pass Ticket purchases will be sold on-line only by ShowClix for $20.00 each (Session #2 or All Day PassTicket purchases will not have to exit the gym after game #2). 
 

Note: On-line ShowClix ticket sales will have an additional service fee added to the ticket price.

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Leaps of Love

Winter Golf Scramble - JAN 5-19

 

Don't forget, Sunday, January 5 is the L.O.L. Winter Golf Scramble kick-off!

Is YOUR tee-time set?

 

If Sunday doesn't work for you, schedule your tee-time by January 19 to participate in the fundraiser. Call 618-679-4577 to secure your spot.

 

FOURSOME GOLF GETAWAY RAFFLE - you do NOT need to participate in the Scramble to WIN!

Purchase your tickets TODAY! https://form.jotform.com/243615745856164

 

Saint Paul Catholic School

Viking Night - JAN 25

 

SAVE THE DATE!

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Event Site

ApexNetwork Fitness Center

Jumpstart your new year!

 

EvUCC

Dinner Auction - FEB 1

 

We are excited to announce that Evangelical United Church of Christ -EvUCC is preparing for our annual auction, a key fundraiser that supports our community outreach programs and services. We are reaching out to local businesses for donations of items, services, or experiences to be auctioned off at this event.

Your generous contributions will help us raise essential funds and provide a fantastic opportunity to showcase your business to our community. Popular auction items in the past have included:

Gift certificates to local restaurants and businesses

Unique experiences such as guided tours or classes

Artwork and handcrafted items

Event tickets (sports, theater, concerts)

Professional services (legal, accounting, consulting)

 

All donors will be acknowledged in our event program and promotional materials, giving your business visibility among our attendees and supporters.

If you are able to contribute, please contact the church at 618-654-7459 or email mathmer@evucc.org by Jan. 17, 2025. We can arrange a convenient time for pickup or delivery of the donated items.

If you would like to make a monetary donation to support this event, please click here - Auction Donation | Evangelical United Church of Christ/Highland

Thank you for your generosity and support. 

 

Recurring/Ongoing Announcements

 

Meals on Wheels

Donations & Volunteers Needed

 

North American Outfitters

2025 Money Shoots

1st & 3rd week each month Feb-Aug

 

Heartland Community Chorus

12th Season Schedule

 

Unwind

Spa Services

 

Heart & Soul Yoga with Sharon

Upcoming Schedule

October yoga class schedule is up and ready to book!
January SCHEDULE
BOOK A CLASS HERE


As always...Thank you for supporting my small business and thank yourself for finding the time for YOU! 

Subscribe to my YouTube Channel HERE to find videos to use at a time that is convenient for you.  If you use the video for in-home practice and wish to pay, you may do so through Venmo or sending a check to the studio.  Pay what you desire or are able to! 
For more details about classes, check out my website HERE  
OR my Facebook page  
 For BARRE Above Classes - please access the site HERE  

 

Joe Horstmann &

Jeff Weinacht Podcast

LISTEN HERE!

Does your business/group/organization have something to share with the community? If so, Joe & Jeff invite YOU to join their podcast and get the word out!

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501 Blues Club

Upcoming Schedule

 

Holly's House of Hope

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Discover Downstate

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Discover Downstate Illinois covers more ground than any other Convention and Visitor's Bureau in the State of Illinois. Representing 21 counties stretching from the Mississippi River east of St. Louis, MO to the Wabash River west of Vincennes, IN. Both rural and urban, allowing guests to enjoy big city life and simple,
country treasures all at once!
Discover Downstate Illinois is looking for to help promote your event! 
If you have an event that you would like posted, following their link HERE!

WELCOME CLUB

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PIONEER NEWSPAPER

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Job Openings

 

Lory Theater

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Mac's Family Fun Time

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Attention all ambitious sales and marketing professionals! Are you looking for a dynamic and challenging role in the digital advertising and marketing industry? Gateway Digital Media Group (GTWY) is seeking a motivated Digital Marketing and Client Relations Specialist to join our team!

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Is Your Business Hiring?

 

Submit Your Own Job Listing - If you would like your company's open positions listed on the Chamber website, you can do so by entering them from your member home page. 
1) Sign in with the log in and password you set up when you joined the Chamber or when we transitioned to the new website. If you need the info resent or have questions, just let us know, we are HAPPY to help!
2) Click on Resources  
3)  Choose Submit Job Board  - enter your job information
When you complete your entry, it will be pending until approved by the Admin(Hillarie).  These are checked weekly for approval.


Click HERE for a full listing of job postings from our website!

 

 

Chamber Office Hours
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9am - 3pm

 

If you would like to meet with us and want to ensure that we are in the office, feel free to call ahead of time as we may be out and about visiting with Chamber members. 
Thank you!
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hillarie@highlandillinois.com  or taylor@highlandillinois.com




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