Dr. Paul Jacobs, a Carbondale optometrist who is running against Rep. Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro) in the 115th District, is disappointed with recent efforts by the Illinois Legislature to penalize local leaders who try to set up right-to-work zones in their municipalities.
The Marion Chamber of Commerce recently launched a gift certificate program that allows putchasers to redeem vouchers at a wide range of local stores and provides local businesses with a unique marketing opportunity, the chamber said in a release.
The Marion Chamber of Commerce said it will honor members and significant figures in the Marion community who passed away this year at the annual Marion Chamber of Commerce Auction & Awards Banquet on Jan. 19 at the Pavilion.