Marshall Area Chamber Commerce

09/11/2026

🍋 When life gives you lemons at the Festival… you make LEMON SHAKEUPS! 🍋

And folks… we’ve got a little shakeup for you! 😉

We’re sad to share that American Vanity, our previously announced Friday night headliner for Marshall Autumn Fest, has cancelled their performance following the band’s breakup. We know many of you were looking forward to seeing them, and we’re certainly disappointed that it didn’t work out.

BUT… if there’s one thing we know about Marshall, it’s that when our community needs us, our LOCAL LEGENDS SHOW UP. ❤️

🎶 PLEASE WELCOME YOUR NEW FRIDAY NIGHT HEADLINER… THE BIG FUN BAND! 🎶

That’s right — The Wabash Valley's own Big Fun Band is stepping up and stepping in, and we could not be more excited about it!

These guys are more than just incredibly talented musicians — they’re local favorites, Wabash Valley legends, and the kind of people who come through when our community needs them. We are SO grateful they said YES and are helping us turn an unexpected change into one heck of a Friday night!

And honestly? We think this mix-up might just turn into something BIG. 😉

Get ready for an amazing night of music, dancing, and BIG FUN on the Courthouse Square!

🎸 FRIDAY NIGHT | BIG FUN BAND
📍 Downtown Marshall – Courthouse Square 8PM - 10PM CST

So grab your friends, grab a lemon shakeup, and get ready to GET YOUR BIG FUN ON! 🎶🍋

Thank you, Big Fun Band, for coming through for Marshall. We love and appreciate you more than you know! ❤️ 😎🎸

09/11/2026

🇺🇸 WE REMEMBER — SEPTEMBER 11, 2001 🇺🇸

Today marks the 25th anniversary of the tragedy of September 11, 2001. A day that forever changed our nation.

Today, we pause to remember the lives lost, the families forever changed, and the brave first responders, military members, and ordinary citizens who showed extraordinary courage in the face of unimaginable tragedy.

Twenty-five years later, we remember their lives, honor their sacrifice, and reflect on the strength, compassion, and unity that brought our nation together.

We remember. We honor. We will never forget. 🕯️🇺🇸

09/10/2026

🍂📠 A LITTLE BEHIND-THE-SCENES FUN! 😂

If you’ve ever wondered what it looks like when the Marshall Autumn Fest team is in full planning mode… well, apparently it looks a LOT like this! 😂💻📋

The Autumn Fest crew is working hard behind the scenes, checking boxes, making plans, organizing ALL the details, and getting everything ready for one of Marshall’s biggest weekends of the year! 🎉🍁

And of course… they decided to bring a little 90s office nostalgia along for the ride. 😂📠💾

We LOVE seeing the hard work and excitement that goes into making Autumn Fest happen for our community! ❤️

👉 Check out the original post below & give the Autumn Fest team some love! 🍂🎉

😂📋 AUTUMN FEST PLANNING: 90s EDITION! 📋😂

Some things have changed since the ’90s… but one thing hasn’t:
WE. HAVE. WORK. TO. DO. 😆🍂

The Marshall Autumn Fest crew is officially in FULL-STEAM-AHEAD MODE! 💪🎉

The phones are ringing ☎️, the paperwork is piling up 📚, the highlighters are working overtime 🖍️, and someone is probably still trying to figure out where that one very important piece of paper went. 😂

Behind the scenes, we’re checking boxes, making calls, organizing vendors, planning entertainment, sorting out details, and doing ALL the things to get ready for one of Marshall’s biggest weekends of the year! 🍁🎶🎪

And yes… apparently we decided that 90s office vibes were the appropriate way to tackle it. 😂💾📠

Autumn Fest is coming, and we are GETTING IT DONE! 🍂🔥
Stay tuned, because there’s plenty more excitement coming your way!

09/10/2026

💙✨ TODAY’S MEMBER SPOTLIGHT! ✨💙

Today we’re shining the spotlight on Express Employment Professionals of Paris! 👏

Express Employment Professionals is here to help connect job seekers with employment opportunities and support businesses with their staffing needs. Whether you’re looking for your next career opportunity or looking to add great people to your team, they’re ready to help! 💼🙌

📍 3124 N. Vermilion St., Danville, IL
📞 217-703-4156
📧 [email protected]
🌐 expresspros.com

Be sure to show some love to our Marshall Area Chamber of Commerce members and support the businesses and organizations that help strengthen our local communities! 💙

09/09/2026

🎉 WELCOME TO THE CHAMBER, Emmanuel Grand Turn Church! 🎉

We are so excited to welcome Emmanuel Grand Turn Church to the Marshall Area Chamber of Commerce! 💙

Located right here in our community, Emmanuel Grand Turn Church is a place where faith, fellowship, and community come together. We’re thrilled to have them join our Chamber family and look forward to supporting them as they continue serving the Marshall area. 🙏✨

📖 Sunday School: 9:30 AM
⛪ Worship: 10:30 AM
📍 12005 N. Grand Turn Road, Marshall, IL

Please join us in giving Emmanuel Grand Turn Church a BIG Marshall Chamber welcome! 👏🎉

Welcome to the Chamber—we’re so glad you’re here! 💙

09/09/2026

📸✨ TODAY’S MEMBER SPOTLIGHT! ✨📸

Today we’re shining the spotlight on Lindsay's Photography ! 💙📷

From capturing beautiful family moments and portraits to those once-in-a-lifetime wedding memories, Lindsay’s Photography is all about helping you capture your best angles and preserve life’s special moments. ✨

📸 Book your next session and let Lindsay help tell your story through photography!

🌐 lindsaysphoto.com
📞 (217) 712-0452
📧 [email protected]

Be sure to show some love to another wonderful Marshall Area Chamber of Commerce member! ❤️🖤

09/08/2026

** NEW DEAL The SILO through September! Go check out this awesome deal and take advantage!!!

09/08/2026

🏆 WHO DESERVES TO BE RECOGNIZED FOR MAKING DOWNSTATE ILLINOIS A GREAT PLACE TO VISIT? 🏆

Discover Downstate IL Tourism is excited to announce its 1st Annual Tourism Awards, which will be presented at the Discover Downstate IL Annual Dinner on October 6th! 🎉

We’re looking for the businesses, events, attractions, destinations, and individuals who go above and beyond to make Downstate Illinois (and especially Marshall, IL) a place people want to visit, explore, experience, and come back to! ❤️

✨ AWARD CATEGORIES:

🏆 Best New Business
Recognizing a new, locally owned tourism-related business that has opened within the last two years and is making a positive impact on tourism and its community. National and regional chains are not eligible.

🎉 Top Event
Recognizing an outstanding event in 2025 or 2026 that attracted visitors, created a memorable experience, and showcased its community. Festivals, concerts, fairs, celebrations, sporting events, and other special events are eligible.

🌟 Top Weekend Getaway
Recognizing a destination, community, lodging property, or experience that offers the perfect weekend escape in Downstate Illinois — combining things to see and do, places to eat, unique experiences, and overnight accommodations.

📍 Top Tourism Attraction/Venue
Recognizing an outstanding attraction or venue that draws visitors and enhances the tourism experience. Museums, historic sites, entertainment venues, outdoor attractions, cultural destinations, sports facilities, and more are eligible.

🦸 Tourism Hero
Recognizing an individual who goes above and beyond to support, promote, and strengthen tourism in their community. This could be a business owner, community leader, volunteer, event organizer, tourism professional, or anyone whose passion and dedication creates memorable experiences for visitors.

💡 KNOW SOMEONE OR SOMETHING THAT DESERVES TO BE RECOGNIZED?

Nominate them today! 👇

👉 NOMINATION FORM:
https://forms.gle/g7rrrDPRuDjiF3tM8

Let's celebrate the people, places, businesses, and experiences that make Downstate Illinois special! ❤️

📅 Discover Downstate IL Annual Dinner & Awards — October 6th

For this year’s 3rd Annual Dinner, we’re putting the spotlight on the people, businesses, organizations, events, attractions, and experiences that make Coles, Cumberland, Jasper, Clay, Wayne, Hamilton, White, Edwards, Wabash, Richland, Lawrence, Crawford, and Clark Counties, along with the City ...

09/07/2026

🧠💼 YOU’RE INVITED! | HRC WORKPLACE MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES 💼🧠

The Marshall Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to welcome local businesses, employers, and community members to an informative Lunch & Learn witHuman Resources Center of Edgar and Clark Counties !

Many people may not be aware of the workplace mental health services and resources available through HRC. This event will provide an opportunity to learn more about EAP, mental health and substance abuse services, employment services, community education, and resources available to employees.

🍽️ Come enjoy lunch, learn about valuable resources, and stick around for a Q&A session!

📅 Registration is required!
⏰ Registration deadline: September 8, 2026
📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to reserve your spot!

We hope you’ll join us for this informative opportunity to learn how we can continue building healthier, more supported workplaces and a stronger community. 💙

09/07/2026

🇺🇸 The Marshall Area Chamber of Commerce will be closed on Monday, September 7th, in observance of Labor Day. 🇺🇸

We will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, September 8th. We hope everyone has a safe, relaxing, and wonderful holiday weekend with family and friends!

Thank you for your continued support of our local business community.