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As part of our ongoing series on maximizing your Chamber630 membership, we’re going to cover the second and final point. In a world where business often feels fast-paced and transactional, Chamber630 offers something refreshingly different: a space where relationships come first.
The Board of Trustees of Midwestern University proudly announces that Dr. Joshua Baker has been appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of Midwestern University, effective September 11, 2025.
On Tuesday, September 2, 2025, the Kankakee City Council unanimously approved a resolution designating several blocks of Hobbie Avenue on the city’s east side as “Mayor Chasity Wells-Armstrong
Avenue.” Wells-Armstrong, who served from 2017 to 2021, holds the distinction of being Kankakee’s first Black mayor and only the second woman elected to the role.
Midwestern University proudly celebrated the graduation of 124 master’s and doctoral degree recipients from the College of Health Sciences on August 28, 2025, on its Downers Grove Campus. The ceremony marked the beginning of professional healthcare careers for graduates entering two of the nation’s most in-demand fields: Physician Assistant Studies and Clinical Psychology.
SEASPAR is thrilled to once again partner with the Village of Indian Head Park for its beloved annual Movie in the Park event, bringing families and community members together for a magical evening of inclusive recreation and summer fun.
Downers Grove Living Magazine proudly celebrated its 5th anniversary. Launched in July 2020 amid the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Downers Grove Living Magazine was founded on the unwavering commitment to foster connections and uplift the Downers Grove community.
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SEASPAR is thrilled to once again partner with the Village of Indian Head Park for its beloved annual Movie in the Park event, bringing families and community members together for a magical evening of inclusive recreation and summer fun.
Jeff’s Bagel Run is officially open in Downers Grove, bringing freshly baked, scratch-made bagels and a warm community spirit to the heart of town. Owners Drew Lessaris and JD Dougherty are thrilled to welcome neighbors, friends, and visitors into their newest location and share their love for authentic bagels made fresh daily.
Midwestern University proudly announces the appointment of Brianne N. Hobbs, O.D., Ph.D., FAAO, as the new Dean of the Chicago College of Optometry (CCO). Dr. Hobbs brings to the position an extensive and distinguished record of academic leadership, clinical expertise, and a long-standing commitment to excellence in optometric education.
DuPagePads, a pioneering organization dedicated to ending homelessness in DuPage County, is thrilled to welcome three new community members to its Board of Directors.
Midwestern University is pleased to announce the appointment of Sarah Radtke, Ed.D., M.S., as Dean of the College of Health Sciences for the Downers Grove Campus. A distinguished leader in higher education with more than two decades of academic, clinical, and administrative experience, Dr. Radtke brings a strong commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration, student success, and program innovation.
The Downers Grove Historical Society will honor longtime community leader Lisa Rasin for her decades of dedicated service at a special celebration on Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 1 to 3 p.m. in the James Henry Breasted Auditorium at Lincoln Center, 935 Maple Ave., Downers Grove.
The Downers Grove Public Library (DGPL) is proud to announce that Jade Parks, Teen Program Coordinator, has been recognized as the Illinois Library Association’s Young Adult Library Professional of the Year. This award recognizes outstanding service to young adults by creating and implementing library programs and services that identify and meet needs in their community.
This article is written by Cathy Jama, CEO of CJ Commercial Real Estate Solutions & Chamber630 Board Member In today’s competitive market, visibility is everything. Businesses that align themselves with trusted community organizations gain not just recognition—but relationships, credibility, and a lasting presence. One powerful way to make that happen is by leveraging sponsorship and […]