Category Archives: Economic Development
LISTEN: Nicole Bateman of the Economic Development Corporation
November 12, 2021 - Nicole Bateman of the Economic Development Corporation joined Byers & Co to talk about recent community success and the increase of importance of quality of life.
Nov 12, 2021
Millikin's first Makers Market brings small businesses together
Starting your own business can be thrilling and exciting, but it can also be a daunting experience that requires much planning and key decision-making. Sometimes all you need is the right space and mo...
Nov 10, 2021
Millikin's new Director of the Center for Entrepreneurship brings wealth of knowledge and experience
Dr. Marcos Hashimoto has a diversified background in the areas of entrepreneurship, information technology, education and business. With over 20 years of teaching entrepreneurship, Hashimoto has broug...
Nov 10, 2021
Richland Community College raises new barn for Agriculture Program
November 8, 2021 - The new structure housing the Richland Community College agricultural program was raised today and featured a unique type of barn raising. FBi Buildings showcased its use of hydraul...
Nov 08, 2021
Pre-Apprenticeship program to trade unions training available for ages 18-24
November 5, 2021 - Workforce Investment Solutions was recently awarded a "Youth to Career Pathways" Grant from the US Department of Labor to offer Pre-Apprenticeship training to young adults between t...
Nov 05, 2021
Manufacturing Week 2021
During the month of October, the EDC joined around the country to celebrate Manufacturing Month. Our community's legacy and success is due to the contributions made by manufacturers and their employee...
Nov 03, 2021
ADM acquiring Deerland Probiotics & Enzymes
November 2, 2021 - Today, ADM announced a significant expansion of its broad portfolio of health and wellness products and solutions with an agreement to purchase U.S.-based Deerland Probiotics & ...
Nov 02, 2021
Golf Tournament Raises Funds to Benefit Local Cancer Patient Care
The South Side Country Club women's golf league presented two checks totaling $5,090 to the Decatur Memorial Foundation to support cancer research and patient care at Decatur Memorial Hospital. The ch...
Oct 28, 2021
Millikin Professors receive Love of Learning Awards
Dr. David Cook, assistant professor of clarinet and chair of instrumental performance studies, and Dr. Jennifer Schroeder, associate professor of biology and director of academic effectiveness at Mill...
Oct 28, 2021
Millikin's Tabor Investment Portfolio Reaches Milestone in Asset Value
October 27, 2021 - by Dane Lisser It's a Monday afternoon in early October on the campus of Millikin University. Classes and activities are off and running as the beginning of another busy week takes ...
Oct 28, 2021