
March 9, 2018
Welcome Back Members! World Finance Corp Website Member Since: 05/24/2017 Renewed On: 03/05/2018 Weeks In Benton Member Since: 07/17/2017 Renewed On: 03/07/2018 Bit Brokers International Member Since: 01/01/2009 Renewed On: 03/05/2018 Ranger Reality Day Success! Thank you to the Benton High School, Mrs. Blackman, and Mrs. Haggerman for partnering with us to provide this experience to your students. We served 7 classes and approximately 170 sophomores and seniors. We have received positive feedback and look forward to doing this event again in the fall. We could not have done this event without the volunteerism and generous support from the following chamber members: US Bank (Lauren & Susan), City of Benton (Olivia & Brook), American Family Insurance (Heston & Darell), Shelter Insurance (Melissa), WEEKS in Benton (Travis), Franklin County Farm Bureau (Gay), Peoples National Bank (Jessica & Dave), Edward Jones (Tim), Rend Lake College (Kelsey & her crew!), Benton KOA (Walter & Karen), Legence Bank (Olivia, jamie & Kathy), Bryce Levanti, Helia Healthcare of Benton, and Domino's!! Check out images from this year's event on the event website. Southern Illinois Made Expo this July! Are you a business who would like to spotlight your locally made items? Register now! Chamber members enjoy a booth discount - prices start at $50!! Call 618-438-2121 for more details or register online! Member News Legence Bank & American Farm Mortgage 2018 Scholarships 02/28/2018 Legence Bank and American Farm Mortgage will be awarding 15 scholarships to the local schools. IRS News: Updated Withholding Calculator, Form W-4 Released 02/28/2018 Hello business professionals, Here is the new Withholding calculator followed by some FAQ’s. As they say this is hot off the presses as it just was released this afternoon. (2/28) IRS News for Business – March 2018 02/28/2018 Here is the latest IRS News for Business – March 2018. As always please share any or all of this information. I hope you find this helpful. Ready Nation March Newsletter 03/01/2018 Directories Now Available Rend Lake Visitor Guides and the FREDCO Business Directory are now available at the chamber office. IMPACT Phone Books Extra IMPACT phone directories are available at the chamber office. 2018 Job Search Party The annual RLC Job Search Party will be held on Thursday, April 12, 2018, and Withers Broadcasting is sponsoring the event this year. If your organization would like to participate as a vendor in the event, please complete and return the registration form. Day Camp @ Camp Manitowa ChamberNation Tutorials Are you interested in making the most of your ChamberNation membership portal? Contact the chamber office for an on-=site tutorial or check out the HelpDesk portal for step-by-step instructions. New Opportunities! Are you looking for new employment or volunteer opportunities? Check out the Chamber Opportunity Board! Start a new chapter in your community! Generation Books Generations of Memories Books are available for purchase at the Chamber Office, Flowers by Dave, Heartland Office Supply, and the Buzz. Pick up yours today! Contact Us! Benton/West City Area Chamber of Commerce 211 N. Main St. Benton, IL 62812 P.O. Box 574 Benton, IL 62812 618-438-2121 info@bentonwestcitychamber.com www.BentonWestCityChamber.com	Sidewalk Prophets at Benton Civic Center: March 11 This spring, don't miss The Something Different Tour (in 3D) Featuring Sidewalk Prophets with special guest Bonray. On the heels of the band's first ever headlining tour, the Prodigal Tour, an event that visited over 75 cities and saw thousands of fans in attendance. Sidewalk Prophets have been working hard to put together a brand new one-of-a-kind tour experience. Tickets start at $10. Tickets still available! Quarterly Luncheon: March 14th REGISTER NOW FOR A FREE LUNCH! Mostaccioli Take and Bake Fundraiser: March 16 Southern Illinois Regional Chamber Luncheon REGISTER ONLINE TODAY! 2018 'VOICE OF THE CHILD' SPRING EVENT 2018 Illinois Sustainability Award Application APPLICATIONS ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED FOR THE 2018 ILLINOIS SUSTAINABILITY AWARD! Gain recognition for your commitment to the environment and the sustainability achievements of your organization. The Illinois Sustainable Technology Center (ISTC), part of the Prairie Research Institute at the University of Illinois, annually presents the Illinois Sustainability Award to organizations in Illinois that have demonstrated an exemplary commitment to environmental excellence. APPLICATION Tax Reform Survey Will the 2018 tax reforms help your business? The US Chamber of Commerce would like to know! Please take the survey below. SURVEY LINK Membership Renewals Now through the first quarter of 2018, we are doing a special program for new members and our current members. Refer a fellow business and they join the chamber, you both will be entered to win a free Signature Sponsorship for the Rend Lake Water Festival! $250 Value! The more you refer, the more chances you have to win. Increased membership will enable the chamber to expand our ChamberNation program and bring new resources to our organization. It's a new year. let's make it the best chamber yet! Member Events Legos at the Library 03/10/2018 Benton Public Library 502 S Main St. Benton, IL 62812 National Genealogy Day 03/10/2018 Benton Public Library 502 S Main St. Benton, IL 62812 Sidewalk Prophets - Something Different Tour-in 3D 03/11/2018 Benton Civin Center 412 W Huddledon St. Benton, IL 62812 Benton City Council Meeting 03/12/2018 Benton City Hall 1403 South Main St. Benton, IL 62812 Story Time at the Library 03/14/2018 Benton Public Library 502 S Main St. Benton, IL 62812 Chamber Quarterly Luncheon - 2018 1Q 03/14/2018 Benton Civic Center - Front lobby 414 W Hudelston Street BENTON, IL 62812 Lucky Bingo at Heritage Woods 03/15/2018 Heritage Woods of Benton 1305 Bailey Lane Benton, IL 62812 3rd Friday Music at Pheasant Hollow Winery 03/16/2018 Pheasant Hollow Winery 14931 IL-37 Whittington, IL 62897 Mostaccioli Take & Bake Fundraiser 03/16/2018 Helia Food Prep Location (Martin's) 412 East Main Street Benton, IL 62812 Benton Community Pancake Breakfast for St. Patrick's Day 03/17/2018 Fifth Seasons Assisted Living 401 N. DuQuoin Benton, IL 62812 St. Pati 'O Shaves at The Hop 03/17/2018 The Hop Brewery 203 W Market St. Christopher, IL 62822 St. Patrick's Day Celebration at Fish Co.! 03/17/2018 Jack Russell Fish Company 106 East Main St. Benton, IL 62812 Lee Messersmith 03/18/2018 St. Nicholas Brewing Company 12 S Oak St DuQuoin, IL 62832 Story Time at the Library 03/21/2018 Benton Public Library 502 S Main St. Benton, IL 62812 Rend Lake College Culinary Arts Showcase 03/22/2018- 03/23/2018 RLC Student Center, Ina Campus 468 N. Ken Gray Parkway Ina, IL 62846 2018 "VOICE OF THE CHILD" SPRING EVENT 03/23/2018 Rend Lake Golf Course Banquet Ha 12476 Golf Course Drive Whittington, IL Events in the Community Check out other community activities and submit events here! Share Your News! Do you have a special announcement or product you would like to showcase? Let us know so we can share it with everyone! Email the chamber office information and a picture!
Chamber E-Newsletter - March 9, 2018