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 Hillsboro Chamber of Commerce
Business Brief
Advancing the Agricultural, Industrial and Civic Interest of the City of Hillsboro and the Greater Montgomery County
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Board of Directors
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President - Terri Miller
Miller Enterprises Design, Inc.
1st Vice - Angie Eickhoff
White & Associates
2nd Vice - Greg Holcomb
Country Financial
Treasurer- Mike Ryan
National Bank
Past President -
Gene White
White & Associates
Executive Director-
Lesley Pollard
Kim Noyes
Montgomery County Realty
Melissa Durbin The Job Center
Alan Holman
Market of Ahs
Susie Galer
The Journal-News
Brandi Lentz
Montgomery County Realty
Dennis Fenton
State Farm Insurance
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Dear ,
It is an honor and a privilege to introduce myself as the new Hillsboro Chamber of Commerce President. I want to start off by thanking our outgoing President, Gene White, for his years of service to the Chamber and the community at large, as well as thank all of our past Presidents for their help through out the years. I also want to thank the Board of Directors and membership for their support. I am very grateful for the faith you have placed in me. I am very excited for the future and look forward to working with everyone to make our Chamber the best it can be.
I look forward to sharing a thought or two with you each month, and this month I want to kick things off by reminding everyone that Election Day is fast approaching and to ask that you please take the time to vote. Countless men and woman have sacrificed to defend our Republic and to ensure that we have the right to cast our ballot. Many people only show up to the polls for national elections, but local elections shape the world we live in each day and can have the most direct effect on our lives, communities and businesses. So please exercise one of your most precious rights and VOTE April 5!
Until next month,
Terri Miller, President
Hillsboro Chamber of Commerce
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 Citizen interest in the upcoming municipal election for the City of Hillsboro is enthusiastic this year with a large number of candidates interested in serving. Because of this interest a candidate forum has been setup and is open to the public.
Candidates for Mayor will have the opportunity to answer questions and discuss issues important to city residents, including present operations and future growth.
Candidates for Commissioner will also have time to present their views on city government and issues.
John Galer from the Journal-News will serve as moderator.
The forum is being cosponsored by the Journal-News and the Chamber.
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February Member of the Month:
2112 N. Brush College Rd.
Decatur, IL
217-429-5415
Member Since: July 2009
Brief Description: Pepsi-Cola distributor, Sobe brand, Aquafina water, Crush Falvors,Gatorade,Ocean Spray,
Lipton Bottled tea,Dole Juice, Frappucino & Schweppes.
Why is Hillsboro home to your business: We support Schools, anything to do with Kids activities. Or family event's. we support Charitable organization. Community events. Like doing business the people from Hillsboro.
Tell us one thing about your business that most people wouldn't know: we are a family owned business that started in Taylorville.
What do you like best about Hillsboro? The feeling of the small town atmosphere.
The Chamber will randomly select one Chamber business each month to feature in this newsletter. Please keep watch for information on
March's Member of the Month
Century 21 Simpson Realty
401 S. Main St.
Hillsboro
532-5322
www.century21simpsonrealty.com 
Member since: April 2002 Business Start Date: 2007
Brief Description:In 1983 the Simpsons started an insurance agency in Litchfield, followed by opening a Century 21 Franchise office there.In 2001 Bob Frazier sold his insurance agency to Simpson which facilitated a move to Hillsboro.In 2007 a merger with Dunn Real Estate occurred.December of 2009 marked the sale of Simpson Insurance Services, and Jim Simpson is now devoted his full time efforts of real estate. Why is Hillsboro home to your business:Hillsboro is a great place to live thus real estate is a good business in this community!It is the county seat and people are always in and out of the downtown.It has two great lakes, a very nice golf course and an excellent school system all which combine to make it a desirable place for family and business. Tell us one thing about your business that most people wouldn't know: Century 21 Simpson Realty is the top real estate agency in Montgomery and Macoupin County for real estate sold. What do you like best about Hillsboro? Friendly caring people. When there is a need in this community, people come to answer the call.
Anything else to add?
The career agents that make up Century 21 Simpson Realty are great people to work with.
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Membership Meeting,
March 18
Hillsboro Area Hospital
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 Business After Hours National Bank was the host at the Chamber Business After Hours on February 16 at the Hillsboro Country Club. Chamber members took this opportunity to create new business relationships, discuss and share ideas in a relaxed, social atmosphere while learning about other local businesses. Members enjoyed networking, appetizers, door prizes and a cash bar.
The new President's Club members were honored with a special recognition at the event.
If your business is interested in sponsoring the next After Hours which will take place in June, contact the Chamber office for more information.
Click here to see more photos from the event. |
 Chamber Now Accepting Scholarship Applications The Hillsboro and Litchfield Chambers are now accepting applications for the Food and Agribusiness Career Scholarship. The committee will award two $1,000 scholarships to seniors in Montgomery County. The deadline to apply is April 11, 20011.
Agribusiness Scholarship Criteria Agribusiness Scholarship Application
The Hillsboro Chamber will award two $500 scholarships to Hillsboro High School seniors. The deadline to apply for this scholarship is also April 11, 20011.
Chamber Scholarship Requirements & Application |
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 Litchfield Chamber Expo The Litchfield Chamber is pleased to present their first table-top Expo - providing a opportunity for Chamber members to rent an 8-foot table for just $20.00. The space may be used to display marketing brochures, discount coupons, demonstrate or sell products or services, etc. And, non-members are welcome to participate. We encourage you to be creative with your presentation!
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 Hillsboro Area Hospital Announces Junior Board CALLING ALL LEADERS.....
In response to the feedback received from the community at the Visioning Session, Hillsboro Area Hospital is developing key initiatives to reach and engage the youth of Hillsboro and the surrounding communities, to promote cross-generational interaction and leadership opportunities at the Hospital. One of these initiatives is the introduction of the HAH Junior Board.
The Junior Board is a new leadership group for young people between 9-17 years of age. The group will meet quarterly to plan fun-filled special events. The goal is to provide fun & unique volunteer opportunities at the Hospital that will attract and retain young people. We hope this initiative will help to strengthen the community by tapping into youth leadership skills and learning about their thoughts on a future in Hillsboro.
We hope that you will help us spread the word about this unique opportunity. For more information go to www/hillsboroareahospital.org/juniorboard.php or call
Fusion Fitness & Aquatics at 532-3896.
The kick-off meeting is Saturday, March 19th, between 10:30-11:45 at the Education Center on the Hillsboro Area Hospital Campus. We are hoping to draw a group of youth interested in learning more. Thank you in advance for sharing this opportunity with others in the community that may take an interest in helping us promote and attract young people to the meeting. |
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Volunteers are needed in the following areas: Set-up/ Pre-Cook Cooking/Serving Clean tables
Homemade Desserts (in need of donations) Cashier
Carry Out Clean up If you would like to volunteer please contact Lesley at the Chamber office.
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Member Announcements
CICBC
1134 S. 7th
Springfield, IL
866-GIVE-BLD The next drive will be at the Hillsboro Moose Lodge on Wednesday, March 9 from 12:00pm to 6:30 pm. Central Illinois Community Blood Center is theblood provider to area patients of 15 counties at 12 central Illinois hospitals. We are the only provider of blood to Hillsboro Area Hospital, Pana Community Hospital, Taylorville Memorial Hospital, Memorial Medical Center aSt. John's Hospital. Please join us for this life-saving event. If you have any questions about donating you can call 1-866-GIVE-BLD. Walk-ins are always welcome, but to schedule an appointment call Jessica at 1-866-GIVE-BLD x 118 or sign up online at www.cicbc.org. Moose Lodge 411 S. Main St. The Moose will be hosting their 1st Ever Hillsboro Moose Trivia Night on Saturday, April 30. Doors open at 6pm and trivia will begin promptly at 7pm. Cost is $10 per person and teams will consist of 8-10 players. 50/50 raffle tickets and beer will be available for purchase. Players may bring their own snacks! All proceeds will benefit the Moose Lodge. For questions or to sign up your team contact Tobin Ott at 618-580-3383 or tobinott@consolidated.net. |
Looking for a way to protect your family from rising health care costs? Consider a tax-exempt Health Savings Account- a cost effective approach to health care! Instead of paying a lot for insurance premiums today, pay less for a high deductible insurance plan and put the remaining money into a National Bank Health Savings Account to spend tax-free for medical expenses when you need it!
Stop in or call us at 1-800-717-3991 for complete details. Member FDIC
Member FDIC. www.national-bank.com
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We're now on Twitter!
Follow us.
Pretty Please.
We're pretty hip here at the Chamber. Ever heard of a little thing called Twitter? We have and we're on it. So "follow" us by clicking the image below, search for @ToppersChamber and you can keep up-to-date on everything Chamber.
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Get Involved! Join a Chamber Committee!
Take advantage of everything your membership has to offer! Join a committee and express your ideas to help make Hillsboro the best place to live and work!
Finance Chairs: Dennis Fenton, Gene White & Mike Ryan The finance committee assists the Treasurer and Executive Director building the annual budget and monitoring the Chamber's financial decisions.
Programs & Communications Chair: Dennis Fenton The programs committee is responsible for coordinating and hosting Chamber events and activities as well as Chamber outreach and education.
Economic Development/Tourism & Retail Chair: Greg Holcomb This committee represents the Chamber in economic development issues, including business retention and attraction as well as supporting events in Hillsboro and Montgomery County that encourage tourism and support local retailers.
Agribusiness Chair: Tony Herman This is a joint committee with the Litchfield Chamber of Commerce. The Agribusiness committee represents the chamber to the agricultural community. The committee coordinates two pork patty sales, one in the spring in Hillsboro and another in the fall in Litchfield. With those proceeds, the committee awards two scholarships to high school seniors in Montgomery County.
Farmer's Market Chair: Alan Holman Responsible for coordinating the Hillsboro Farmer's Market by creating farmer relations, community outreach, promotions, sponsorships and project management. The goal of this committee is to work with customers, food purveyors, farmers and other vendors to play a key role in maintaining and expanding market activity.
2000 & Beyond Chairs: Lesley Pollard & Zach Wygal The 2000 & Beyond Committee focuses on creating opportunities and beautification of Downtown Hillsboro. This committee plans and coordinates the planting of downtown flowers, Second Sunday Summer Concert Series, the Golden Grille and Christmas activities.
The Chamber asks you to serve on a committee because your input is valued. The success of a committee is highly dependent upon the full participation of its members. Contact Lesley at 532-3711 if interested in serving on one of the committees. |
Welcome New Members:
Consolidated Communications
Pictured from left, Past President Gene White, Ryan Whitlock and Brian Baggett, both of Consolidated Communications. Second row: Executive Director Lesley Pollard, Mike Ryan and Kim Noyes. Third Row: Brandi Lentz and Chamber President Terri Miller. Back row: Angie Eickhoff, Melissa Durbin, Susie Galer and Alan Holman.
Courtesy of the Journal-News
Members of the Chamber welcomed new members Consolidated Communications and Fusion Fitness and Aquatics at the regular monthly meeting on February 18, at the Hillsboro Moose Lodge.
Consolidated Communications was founded more than 100 years ago, and continues to be a family of companies providing communication services to business and residential customers in Illinois, Texas and Pennsylvania.
They offer a wide range of services over a technologically advanced IP network. In addition, they have an ongoing commitment to offering innovative products, reliable high-quality services and exceptional customer care.
Consolidated Communications is also dedicated to maintaining strong local ties in the communities where their employees live and work.
Fusion Fitness & Aquatics
1210 E. Tremont St.
Hillsboro
532-3896
Fusion4life.com
Pictured above from left: Alan Holman, Melissa Durin, Fusion Executive Director Rosanne Heck, Mike Ryan and Kim Noyes
Style Studio
709 South Main St.
Hillsboro
217-532-3400
Pictured above from left: Chamber President Terri Miller, chamber director Alan Holman, Owner Candi Luck, stylists Autumn Redman, Samantha McFarlin, Chamber Treasurer Mike Ryan and stylist Melanie Tyzsko
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
March 18 Monthly Membership Meeting
12:00 noon Hillsboro Area Hospital RSVP HERE
March 19 HAH Junior Board Kick-off Meeting
10:30 am HAH Campus - Education Center
March 29 Candidate Forum
7:00 pm Hillsboro Moose Lodge
April 1 Chamber Spaghetti Diner
4-8pm Free Methodist Church
April 1 2000 & Beyond Committee Meeting
12:00 noon Moose Lodge
Arpil 26 Agribusiness Committee Meeting
12:00 noon Moose Lodge
April 29 Litchfield Chamber Business Expo
4-7 pm Litchfield Community Center
April 30 1st Ever Hillsboro Moose Trivia Night
6-9pm Moose Lodge
May 20 Agribusiness Pork Patty Sale
11-1 CNB Banking Center Lot
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