The Woodstock Area Chamber of Commerce and Industry has launched a new digital gift card program as way to help people support local businesses.

Jakob Knox, most recently the director of the Manteno Chamber of Commerce, is the newest employee for the village of Bourbonnais. To fill his vacancy, Manteno hired Ashley Peterson, a 19-year village resident.

The Crystal Lake Chamber Foundation has announced plans for its 13th annual GEM Leadership Celebration and the winners of its GEM Leadership awards.

The award is presented by the Joliet Region Chamber of Commerce & Industry and Community

Kids scrambled across downtown Plano, collecting plastic eggs with treasurers from local businesses

Life-long Crest Hill resident Judith A. Batusich served as the city of Crest Hill’s first alderwoman (1977 to 1981), Lockport Township trustee (1980–1989), Lockport Township assessor (1989–1996) and Lockport Township supervisor from 1996 until her retirement on May 31, 2011.

The Geneva Chamber of Commerce is asking the city for $150,000 toward promotion and advertising of its four main festivals – Swedish Days, Geneva Arts Fair, Festival of the Vine and Christmas Walk, records show.

The public hiring expo began after a workforce shortage was seen post COVID-19 and it melded well with the yearly RTHS career fair, causing the events to be combined.

The City Council is slated to vote on the Joliet Technology Center on Monday.

The Huntley Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting a free community EXPO Saturday with more than 70 local businesses, food and entertainment.

The Joliet Region Chamber of Commerce and Industry recognized six Joliet City Center Partnership partners at its Annual Dinner & Celebration of 2025 Success.

After three years at the helm, Jakob Knox announced his resignation as President & CEO of the Manteno Chamber of Commerce and as Marketing & Community Relations Director for the Village of Manteno.

Rock Falls Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Sam Kersey is stepping down from her role, the organization announced Monday.

Oswego Village President Ryan Kauffman said it is his goal to make downtown Oswego a true destination, during his State of the Village address.

The annual event include Jacque Herrera, new general manager at Chicagoland Speedway.

Those attending the Oswego Hometown Expo on Feb. 29 at Oswego High School learned about local businesses and organizations, but also had the chance to see residents' artistic talents.

March may bring green shakes and basketball brackets, but in Batavia, it also brings opportunity, celebration, and a whole lot of community pride, writes Shirley Mott of the Batavia Chamber of Commerce.

Everyone was a winner at this year’s Algonquin-Lake in the Hills Chamber of Commerce’s Olympic-themed awards dinner, where gold, silver and bronze medals were awarded to the nominees.

The Oswego Area Chamber of Commerce Hometown Expo showcased different businesses and organizations at Oswego High School on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026.

Jacque Herrera, GM for Joliet NASCAR track that bring back racing this summer, is among four panelists slated for the March 5 panel discussion and luncheon.

Looking for a good book? You now have plenty of options in Will and Grundy counties.

The Batavia Chamber of Commerce will hold a 2026 Pot O’Gold Cash Raffle to support the Batavia Chamber Inspire Scholarship Fund.

The Rochelle Chamber of Commerce will once again host the Lucky Hub Dash 5K presented by Holcomb Bank.

The Lake County Chamber of Commerce 2026 Legislative Breakfast will take place Feb. 11 in Gurnee.

Pinpoint Physical Therapy will host a lunch-and-learn on workplace ergonomics on Tuesday, Feb. 3, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Montgomery Village Hall, 200 N. River St.

The Cary-Grove Area Chamber of Commerce now operates at a new office space off Three Oaks Road, while its previous location will be transformed into residential apartments.

UCP-Center for Disability Services founder – Mel Larsen of Joliet (deceased) – had no connection to anyone with a disability or cerebral palsy.

New city events director discusses plans for 2026 after New Orleans North and Taste of Joliet have been canceled

Highlighted by Mayor Jeff Schielke as one of Batavia’s top future developments in the “State of the Community” address, Ignite Medical Resort Batavia has officially opened its doors.

“I don’t think you would find a Gen Z or millennial who has any cash on them, let alone coins," said Jen Howard, president of the Joliet Region Chamber of Commerce & Industry.

The Joliet Region Chamber of Commerce & Industry will host its 2026 Annual Awards Dinner & Celebration of 2025 Success on Feb. 24.

Robin Lif has lived in Lockport since 1994 and has been active in the Lockport Area Genealogical and Historical Society for the past 20 years.

The annual event in downtown Joliet featured New Orleans-style music, food and street entertainment.

Throughout 2025, the Joliet Region Chamber of Commerce & Industry brought its mission to life through a robust lineup of events, programs, and initiatives.

Next summer, area residents and visitors will be able to gather for a new festival in Algonquin following the end of Founders Days.

Gewalt, 21, of McHenry, will be displaying her figuring skating skills at McHenry Area Chamber of Commerce’s first-ever Heart of the Fox event

Column: "You will find everything on anyone’s wish list with the unique stores Geneva has to offer," writes Elisa Reamer of the Geneva Chamber of Commerce.

The event takes place 4 p.m. Wednesday at 311 S. Reed St. in Joliet in honor of UCP-Center for Disability Services anniversary.

Candy canes, caroling and a Claus or two were just a few of the seasonal delights to be seen, heard and tasted at Geneva's Christmas Walk, which also featured the lighting of the Great Tree on at the Kane County courthouse lawn. The annual event was hosted by the Geneva Chamber of Commerce with support from the city.

The Lockport Chamber of Commerce honored the following members and first responders at its annual awards dinner.

Citing financial challenges, the Oregon Area Chamber of Commerce announced Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025, that it will be suspending operations effective Dec. 31, 2025.

In recognition of the Lake County Chamber of Commerce’s 110th anniversary, Gov. JB Pritzker has officially designated Monday, Dec. 1, 2025, as Lake County Chamber of Commerce Day.

Whether you are a parent or not, childcare needs in our community has to be on everyone’s radar because childcare is not just a parent issue – it is a workforce issue.

After 30 years in the retail industry and a few years with the McHenry chamber, Amy Humbracht is now president of the Woodstock chamber.

A ribboncutting ceremony was held Friday, Nov. 21, 2025, for Royal Arcade, a new arcade space inside local ice cream shop Roiel Scoop at 316 N. Sixth St.

The Rochelle Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring the Light Up Lincoln Christmas Parade on Friday, Dec. 5, 2025.

The Merry & Bright Decorating Contest is once again being sponsored by the Rochelle Chamber of Commerce. The chamber encourages all residents and business owners to make the community festive this holiday season.

Molding the next generation of leaders in manufacturing was the goal of a recent effort that brought local high school students into local businesses.

A ribboncutting was held Friday, Nov. 14, 2025, for The Fit Hub’s new location at 126 state Route 38. The business serves health-centered drinks including coffee, shakes, tea and more.

Several businesses and organizations handed out treats to more than 600 children in the community.