Michelle Ownbey

Patty Brockmeyer founded Designer Landscapes in 1985 and operated the Farmersville-based business for four decades before selling it in September to Bill Wells, who also owns Illinois Paving.

A sign posted on the door at 2660 S. Dirksen Parkway reads: “This location is permanently closed. Smokey Bones has ceased operations at all locations. We thank you for all the years of letting us serve you.”

Located at 310 Adams St., the firm's office now includes adjoining space within its existing downtown location. Founding attorney Martin Haxel said the expansion strengthens the firm's operational capacity while contributing to sustained use of downtown office space.

Doug Gholson has joined Edwards Group, a Springfield law firm specializing in elder care and estate planning, as chief operating officer.

A historic property that recently served as the administrative headquarters for Conn's Hospitality Group is now the Springfield office for a Chicago-based nonprofit.

Springfield is honoring the legacy of Juneteenth with a vibrant, monthlong lineup of events designed to educate, inspire and bring people together, ranging from live musical performances to educational workshops and family-friendly picnics. Whether you are looking to support local Black-owned businesses, dive deep into African American history, or enjoy great food and art with […]

Catie Sheehan has joined Memorial Health as the vice president of marketing and communications. In this role, she will oversee marketing and internal and external communications for Memorial's five hospitals, outpatient clinics and system operations.

Troxell has acquired Denton-Merritt-Dycus Insurance Agency, a Springfield-based agency that has served the community since 1960.

7 Brew Coffee opened its first Springfield location at the end of May, and a second store is already about to break ground.

It appears that Chick-fil-A will soon be opening a second location in the capital city.