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Business in the 217: Springfield Business Journal Chat with Michelle Ownbey - 06/18/2025

Business in the 217: Springfield Business Journal Chat with Michelle Ownbey - 06/18/2025

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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.

Topics Discussed In This Interview:

  • A new entertainment complex and indoor/outdoor food court is under construction in Legacy Pointe.

  • A former restaurant in a historic Springfield neighborhood has new owners who plan to reopen it with a different focus.

  • Simplex, one of Springfield’s largest manufacturing companies, has been sold to a Canadian-based company for $28 million.

  • Friendly Honda of Springfield will hold a groundbreaking ceremony June 20 for a major renovation and expansion of the dealership at 2500 Prairie Crossing Drive.

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