The 58th annual Charlemagne Awards were presented by the St. Charles Area Chamber of Commerce, with the highest honor bestowed on an educator who has mentored generations of young people.

The St. Charles Area Chamber of Commerce held its 58th annual Charlemagne Awards Dinner Friday, May 1, 2026, at Royal Fox Country Club in St. Charles.

A new executive director of the Algonquin/Lake in the Hills Chamber of Commerce has been announced as the current director plans to move out of state.

Friday marks the 2026 season’s grand opening for the McHenry's Riverwalk Shoppes, set for 9:30 a.m. at Miller Point Park.

Illinois Valley Chamber of Commerce held its annual block party on Wednesday, April 29, 2029 at the Illinois Valley Regional Airport in Peru. The party is part of the chambers' business after-hours events, showcasing businesses, products, and services in a casual environment to gain awareness, network, and grow the client base. Businesses can also hold a before or after-hours event.

Several Crystal Lake community leaders were honored for their achievements at a luncheon on Thursday.

Six mayors from Spring Valley, Utica, Ottawa, Peru, La Salle and Oglesby spoke at the 2026 Illinois Valley Chamber of Commerce State of the Cities Luncheon on Thursday, April 23, 2026 at Grand Bear Lodge at Starved Rock in Utica.

The event begins at noon on Friday at Boot Barn, located at 2661 Plainfield Road in Joliet.

The event, which includes tours after the ceremonies, begins at 4 p.m. at 317 N. Chicago St. in Joliet.

The farmers market will be open from 7-11 a.m. every Wednesday and Saturday from May through October.

Tailgate Bingo tickets go on sale April 24 at Sauk Valley Bank locations in Rock Falls and Sterling and online at www.rockfallschamber.com.

The Rock Falls Chamber of Commerce has announced that Friday, May 15, to Sunday, May 17, will be the dates for the annual Rock Falls/Sterling spring community garage sales.

Having trouble meeting new people and growing business connections? Get help at an April 22 speed networking session for Rock Falls businesses.

Local businesses and organizations have an opportunity to gain visibility while contributing to the look of downtown Joliet through the Boulevard Banners program.

The winner of the inaugural Joliet Chamber Premier Raffle will win two monthly prizes.

In celebration of Women’s History Month, the Lake County Chamber of Commerce recognized four exceptional women leaders for their impact across health care, housing, education, and environmental leadership.

The St. Charles Area Chamber of Commerce will give out its highest honor, the Charlemagne Award, at the Chamber’s annual awards dinner, planned for May 1 at Royal Fox Country Club in St. Charles.

The Batavia Chamber of Commerce will host a Volunteer Fair for community members to explore various community service opportunities.

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.