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| 3/1/2025 | The Route 66 Watch and Clock Club is sponsoring a free Central Illinois Watch and Clock Show and Sale on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at the American Legion, located at 24 E Adams Street in Morton, Illinois between 11 am and 2 pm. The show is free, and open to the public. more info... |
| 3/1/2025 -4/11/2025 | 
Pollack (White Fish) Buffet: Adult $16.00
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| 3/5/2025 | The Illinois Small Business Development Center in Turner Center for Entrepreneurship at Bradley University is pleased to present this webinar to aspiring entrepreneurs, small business owners, marketers and to anyone who wants to improve their website performance. Staying ahead in the digital world requires more than just having a website—it demands visibility. Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is the key to ensuring your business ranks higher in search engines like Google, attracts more customers, and stays competitive. However, SEO is constantly evolving, with new algorithms, AI-driven updates, and user expectations shaping the online landscape. This workshop will break down the latest SEO trends, giving you practical strategies to enhance your online presence. This webinar is tailored for business owners, marketers, and entrepreneurs who want to improve their website’s performance without getting lost in technical jargon. You’ll learn actionable techniques for optimizing your site’s content, improving user experience, and leveraging the latest tools to gain a competitive edge. Whether you’re new to SEO or looking to refine your strategy, this workshop will equip you with the insights you need. We’ll also cover essential topics such as Google's E-E-A-T guidelines, Core Web Vitals, AI-powered SEO tools, and how to optimize for voice and mobile search. You’ll gain practical knowledge on content strategies, keyword research, and link-building techniques that can help boost your rankings. Additionally, we’ll dive into video SEO, visual search, and local SEO—helping you attract the right audience to your business. By the end of the session, you’ll leave with a solid understanding of modern SEO trends, a clear strategy to implement, and the confidence to take your website’s visibility to the next level. Plus, you’ll get a chance to ask your most pressing SEO questions during a live Q&A session! Speaker: Justin Guy (He/Him), Owner, Just a Gee, Morton IL Justin has a passion for design, analytics and all forms of data. Justin has decades of experience with website development, SEO, rapid prototyping, 3D modeling and online/offline/mobile card processing. Justin is a graduate of Southern New Hampshire University. more info... |
| 3/12/2025 | In today’s fast-paced business environment, success requires more than just individual talent—it is built on trust. Our Building Stronger Teams huddle series is designed for businesses ready to invest in their frontline leaders, equipping them with the skills to drive effective communication, foster accountability, and create a culture of collaboration. Effective Communication - Communication skills are key to building stronger teams. We will recognize communication patterns and preferences, appreciate differences, clear up communication challenges and maximize your personal and professional effectiveness. Active listening, verbal and non-verbal communication and learning to give constructive feedback are just a few examples.Huddle 1: Building Trust | February 12 Huddle 3: Leading to Inspire | April 9 Huddle 4: Embraching Change | May 7 more info... |
| 3/19/2025 | The Illinois Small Business Development Center in the Turner Center for Entrepreneurship at Bradley University is offing a 7-part webinar series on “Mastering Google Tools to Build Your Digital Presence. Video content is one of the most powerful tools for brand visibility, customer engagement, and business growth. In today’s digital landscape, YouTube is more than just a video platform—it’s a key driver for marketing success. This webinar will provide business owners with a step-by-step guide to launching and optimizing their YouTube presence. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your video strategy, this session will equip you with the knowledge to leverage YouTube effectively. In this webinar, learn how to kickstart using YouTube and the transformative power of video content to promote and expand your business. This comprehensive guide covers everything from setting up your channel to crafting engaging videos that resonate with viewers and elevate your brand. Perfect for beginners looking to make a significant impact in the digital space. Topics covered: *How to create a YouTube channel *Adding videos and organize your channel *How to promote your business with video ads By the end of this session, you will have the confidence and tools to harness the power of video marketing, expand your reach, and drive real business growth. Don't miss this opportunity to take your digital presence to the next level! more info... |
| 3/19/2025 | This workshop is for aspiring entrepreneurs who want to learn all the components of how to start a successful business in Illinois. Get a realistic view of the requirements to start a business and the resources available to support your new venture. While attending this no cost 2-hour workshop, you will learn how to get your business name registered, where to obtain a tax ID number, which legal form to choose, business planning, taxes, financing options and much more. After attending the workshop, our team of certified business advisors are available to work with you, one-on-one, to navigate the process and help you succeed! This workshop is sponsored by the Illinois Small Business Development Center at Bradley University and co-sponsored by Morton Community Bank. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email. more info... |
| 3/19/2025 | National SBDC Day unites nearly 1,000 centers across America and their many clients and partners who join in the celebrations by sharing their success stories and bringing to light how SBDCs have helped their businesses grow. You can join the National SBDC Day celebration by attending our Open House or joining digitally or online. Get help from experts and find out the most sustainable ways to make your business grow. National SBDC Day was first observed in 2017. #SBDC Day is a national celebration of the success and impact that America’s Small Business Development Centers have had on American start-ups and small businesses. SBDCs provide consulting, training, and resources to existing as well as new small businesses. If you have experienced success as a small business owner and wish to expand further, your local SBDC has the right tools and specialized expertise to help you expand your operations! If you have not yet sought help from an SBDC, their expertise is probably what you need for your organization to reach its full potential. Everyone is welcome to the open house to join in the fun and celebrate your local Illinois SBDC at Bradley University. Our team of experts empowering businesses to start, grow and innovate will be in attendance. Light hors d’oeuvres and refreshments will be available. Bring your business card. Three dynamic door prizes will be given out. No registration required. more info... |
Events available for Registration... 2025 Morton Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Outing 5/15/2025 register for this event... 2025 Annual Golf Outing Sponsor Registration 5/15/2025 register for this event... 2025 Morton Pumpkin Art & Craft Market Registration 9/12/2025 - 9/13/2025 register for this event... |
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