The Chamber is starting off 2023 with a bang and we hope you are too! Our retention rate for 2023 is already at 55% and we’re only a few days in. This is not only a good sign for the Chamber, but also for the health of our local business economy.

It is the holiday season and Coal City School District #1 has a lot to be thankful for.

We are excited about this year’s LIVE UNITED™ Ad Campaign and being able to partner with some great area companies, businesses, and organizations in this unique way.

Home for the Holidays returns November 25-27th, showcasing our community and encouraging shopping in our Downtown Historic District.

With the first quarter of the current school year now complete, it is a critical time to remind students that their efforts now determine their likelihood of success this semester and school year.

Many of us have a friend who we know is considering opening their own business, or an associate who has a great idea that if executed correctly could develop into a successful local business.

Patrick Pfingsten: Immigrants are the fabric of our state and country.

Coal City School District #1 is off to a great start! Starting the year without various restrictions and exclusions has created the most normalcy we have seen in the past two years.

There could be a bad moon rising for Illinois Republicans this November, Patrick Pfingsten says.