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:
- A groundbreaking ceremony was recently held marking the start of a significant project at Woodside and Iron Bridge roads – a major infrastructure investment aimed at reducing traffic congestion and enhancing travel safety in this part of Sangamon County.
- A new development in the center of Jacksonville will turn dilapidated properties into new single family residences and brownstone-type condominiums.
- An initial estimate from the Wyndham’s owner that the hotel would be closed for up to 90 days has increased, and adding to the downtown hotel's financial challenges is a lien filed against the property by a Springfield contractor.
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