The people, places and things we relied on to get us through while we stayed home. We’ve all had to adapt to a new way of life, mostly on short notice. Whether it is a business owner trying to figure out how to continue to provide goods and services or a teacher engaging with students […]
Michelle Ownbey
Michelle Ownbey is the publisher of Illinois Times and Springfield Business Journal.
Posted inArts & Culture
Publishing strong
Like everyone else, the staff at Illinois Times has been impacted by the coronavirus crisis. While we’ve all stayed healthy so far, we have family members and friends who have been diagnosed with COVID-19. Our business, like so many others, has suffered a significant financial blow as a result of the pandemic. However, unlike the […]
Posted inFood & Drink
Still open for business?
A new website, SpringfieldZoom.com, will consolidate business information across Sangamon county to keep consumers apprised of the status of their favorite local businesses and their services in one, easily searchable place. Mark Roberts III, owner of GoWeb1 and AlertsMadeEasy.com, said the idea came to him last week after the governor announced school closures. “I was […]
Posted inBest of Springfield®
Best Of Springfield (intro)
Illinois Times readers are an opinionated bunch, and more than 17,000 of you took the time to cast nearly a quarter million votes for your favorite people, places and things in the Springfield area. This is the 35th year for our Best of Springfield contest, but along the way we’ve continued to tweak both the […]
Posted inSpecial Issues
A twist on tradition
While many couples still follow the time-honored traditions associated with weddings, an increasing number of people are choosing to personalize their ceremonies or receptions and mix it up a bit. As the owner of HJS Photography, Hannah Jean Schafer sees a lot of weddings. “Weddings of burlap and lace are happening every weekend and people […]
Posted inSpecial Issues
It takes the cake
A cake is still a staple of most wedding receptions, but the options now are almost limitless. Couples today are experimenting with designs and flavors far beyond traditional white cakes, although classic elegance is also a popular option. Here are a few of the current trends: Simple and classic While wedding cakes of the past […]
