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Comings and Goings

Piper Glen Golf Course to be sold to undisclosed owner Illinois National Bank is preparing to sell Piper Glen Golf Course, which the bank took over in foreclosure in 2015. Read more.

Kerber, Eck & Braeckel moving to Robbins Road A major Springfield accounting firm is moving its downtown office to Robbins Road. Read more.

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Heartland Credit Union to open new location Heartland Credit Union announced this week plans to open a new Springfield branch this fall. Read more .

All-day breakfast diner opens on Durkin Drive A diner offering all-day breakfast opened this week at the site of the former Palermo's Sicilian Cucina. Read more.

Apartment complex proposed near Wells Fargo A prominent Springfield developer is proposing a new apartment complex on the city’s west side.  Read more.

Government

City seeks new proposals for North Mansion Block The new RFP follows the demolition of the historic YWCA building and a developer backing out of proposed housing on the block. Read more.

Habitat for Humanity contracts with city for large item pickup Habitat for Humanity of Sangamon County will assume large item pickup service in April under a new agreement with the City of Springfield. Read more .

Charter school bill passes legislative committee The bill, one of several on charter schools, would halt new charters in districts which have recently closed traditional public schools. Read more.

Events

2017 Refresh Leadership Simulcast Express Professionals is hosting its annual Refresh Leadership Simulcast on April 12. Details here.

Chamber holding Job Fair  The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce is holding its annual job fair April 4. Details here.

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