Posts by cmeredith_courtney@kankakeecountychamber.com

IDOT Committee Meeting Updates Following are key points discussed at a recent IDOT Committee Meeting: A major concern discussed was Route 115. Right now, IDOT has a contract to put flashing beacons on “stop” and “intersection ahead” signs and will be placed in the next couple of months. They also stated they are always monitoring…

October 2025 Board of Directors Spotlight: Phillip Meli With 16 years of experience at Nicor Gas, Phil Meli has cultivated strong leadership skills and built lasting relationships with local residents, businesses, and community partners. He takes great pride in the company’s mission and the trust customers place in Nicor Gas to deliver safe, reliable energy…

October 2025 Ambassador Spotlight: Chelsea Stanhibel Chelsea Stanhibel was born and raised in Kankakee and has a deep passion for all things Kankakee County. She has been part of the Gardant team for five years, serving in the Marketing Department and recently stepping into the role of Director of Social Media and Graphic Design. Outside…

September Ambassador Spotlight: Angelina Gear Angelina Gear is the Sales & Marketing Manager for Visit Kankakee County, where she helps showcase the area’s unique attractions, events, and local businesses to visitors near and far. Passionate about storytelling and community building, Angelina thrives on connecting people with the places and experiences that make Kankakee County special.…

August Ambassador Spotlight: Reagan Cooper Reagan Cooper was born and raised in Kankakee. She has been married to her husband for a year and a half, and together they have a little boy. She is also a proud stepmom to a wonderful daughter. For the past eight years, Reagan has worked at Riverside Senior Life…

August Board of Directors Spotlight: Erika Moeschke Erika Moeschke serves as the Senior Director of Alumni Relations and University Advancement at Olivet Nazarene University, where she works to strengthen connections between alumni and their alma mater while encouraging philanthropic support at the leadership level. She has been part of the Olivet community for nearly seven…

July Board of Directors Spotlight: Tammy Sowder Tammy is a proud Kankakee County native whose deep roots in the community have shaped both her personal and professional journey. A graduate of Kankakee High School, she ventured beyond her hometown to pursue higher education but was ultimately drawn back by her strong family ties and a…