Home Services, Done Right: How to Start, Scale, and Stay Profitable
Starting a home services business isn’t just about having a toolbelt and a business card—it’s about reading your market, building trust from the ground up, and running your operation like it matters. Because it does. You're walking into homes. You're fixing what breaks. You're on speed dial when things go sideways. And if you do it right, you're the first name that comes to mind when someone says, "I know a guy." But getting there takes more than skill. It takes rhythm, resilience, and a little bit of
Groundbreaking At New Southwest Side Park
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE City of Galesburg to Break Ground on New Southwest Side Park Media Contacts: Don Miles, Director of Parks and Recreation 309-345-3630 Cathy St. George, Public Information Officer 309-344-2637 Galesburg, IL (September 17, 2025) - The City of Galesburg is proud to announce the official groundbreaking ceremony for Cooke Park, located at 652 W. Second Street, the site of the former Cooke Elementary School. The ceremony will take place on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at
Fall Cleanup Dates for Linwood Cemeteries
City Announces Fall Cleanup Dates for Linwood and East Linwood Cemeteries Contact: Don Miles, Director of Parks & RecreationPhone: 309-345-3630Public Information Officer: Cathy St. GeorgePhone: 309-344-2637 Galesburg, IL (September 12, 2025) — The City of Galesburg announces that cleanup week at Linwood and East Linwood Cemeteries will be held September 22‑26, 2025. During this period, cemetery staff will remove all decorations, flowers, flags, and other items placed on gravesites. Families and
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Launch of Alice's Career Clothing Drive
We’re proud to share that our annual Dress for Success Clothing Drive has been rebranded as Alice’s Career Clothing Drive, in honor of our dear friend and Chamber Ambassador, Alice Stenander. &##128153; Alice gave so much to this community—not only through her faithful service to the Chamber, but also through her decades as a nurse. She was sharp, stylish, and always encouraging others to put their best foot forward. We couldn’t think of a better way to honor her legacy. The Galesburg Area Chamber of
Hy-Vee September Deals!
Galesburg Area Chamber of Commerce Announces 2025 Evening of Excellence Award Winners
GALESBURG, IL – The Galesburg Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the recipients of its annual Evening of Excellence awards, which were presented at a ceremony on Thursday, August 28, 2025. The event, held at the Stearman Hangar at the Galesburg Regional Airport, celebrated outstanding achievements and innovation within the local business community. This year's award recipients are:Nonprofit Excellence AwardAwarded to an organization that demonstrates innovation and growth, accomplishes unique
Manager Specials at Galesburg Walmart!
ISO: BRAND IMPACT SPONSORS
Boost your brand’s visibility in a fun, engaging way by teaming up with the Chamber! All you need to do is provide us with your branded wearable merchandise, and we’ll showcase it on our social media platforms. This partnership gives your business the chance to reach a larger audience while giving the Chamber your exciting, branded items to share with our community. It’s a win-win—promoting local businesses and making our events and initiatives even more personal and connected. Let’s work together to
ISO: TRY IT TUESDAY VISITS
Partnering with the Chamber of Commerce for a Try It Tuesday Visit offers a unique opportunity to showcase your business and connect with the local community. During the event, a Chamber representative will visit your business to try one of your products or services on video, sharing their experience with the Chamber’s audience. This collaboration allows you to highlight what makes your business special in a fun and authentic way, all while reaching a broader audience through the Chamber's social media
