Locally Owned Business

June 16, 2011

Part one of a two-part series: Look for the second part in the June 23 publication of The Southern Illinoisan

Locally Owned

Business

Local Businesses banding together to build a better Southern Illinois

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La Lei Belle SPA & SALON1201 S. Division•Carterville, IL•(618) 985-9601

www.laleibellesalonandspa.com•Like us on FacebookHours: Tues-Fri 9-7•Sat 9-3

(left to right) Cherie, Chelsea & Mallory

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La Lei Belle Spa & SalonSouthern Illinoisans can choose from

many salons in the region, but for a truespa pampering experience, make a visitto La Lei Belle Spa & Salon in Carterville.

Owner Cherie Twist is committed togiving her clients an upscale, luxuriousexperience. Services for both womenand men include the latest in haircutsand styles, manicures, pedicures, facials,full body waxing and airbrush tanning.

Cherie is excited to have two ambitiousyoung professionals to her staff. ChelseaCampbell is a Benton native and agraduate of the John A Logan

Cosmetology Program. She enjoys givingfacials the most and loves interacting andthe friendships with her clients.

Mallory Earls is a Carterville native anda John A Logan Cosmetology graduate.Mallory loves hair color alterations andmake-up applications. Need a funky,new look? Come see Mallory and beamazed.

To learn more about their services, visitwww.laliebellespaandsalon.com .Cherie, Chelsea, and Mallory lookforward to serving all your beauty needs.

Five Star RealtyFive Star Realty is a complete real estate

and property management team. Years ofexperience in helping SouthernIllinoisans buy and sell homes combinedwith dedicated, educated and full-timeprofessionals who know theircommunities and are known for integrity,Five Star Realty is the region’s first choicefor people looking to buy, sell or rent.

With the recent addition of locationshandled by former Goss PropertiesManagers to Five Star’s propertymanagement division, the agency alsocan assist with rental homes andapartments.

“We can do both selling of real estateand property management,” says JimSteinbach, who owns the firm along withKimberly Hall and Pat Bartholomew.

He adds that the addition of theproperty management services has givenindividuals with available propertyadditional options.

“It’s a really good benefit for our sellersright now,” he says. “In times when thereal estate market is down, people arelooking for homes to rent, and we can dothat. We are putting people in theirhomes.”

Regardless of your situation –buying or selling, renting or withproperty for lease – Five Star Realty iscommitted to serving the needs ofSouthern Illinois one family and onehome at a time. The brokers and agents atFive Star have a strong background in realestate.

“Our team has all been in the real estatebusiness for many, many years,”Steinbach says. “We have probably closeto 100 years of experience all together.”

In addition to their experience, thestaff members know the area and are wellknown by the people of the region.

“Most of us are from here and we’ve allbeen here most of our lives,” he says. “Wereally know Southern Illinois.”

They use that knowledge andexperience to help people across the areareach their real estate goals. Whether tobuy, sell or lease an available property,call Five Star Realty today for anexperience that is comfortable, guided,fast and efficient.

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Burkdell MulchBurkdell Mulch, Southern Illinois’ top

choice for pavers, flagstone, mulch andtopsoil, now offers almost everythinglandscapers and do-it-yourselfers needto make their outdoors into living spaces.

“We’re basically a one-stop shop for allof your landscaping and lawn careneeds,” Daryl Burkholder, co-owner ofBurkdell Mulch said. “We have a full lineof fertilizer, grass seed, insecticides,fungicides and herbicides, in addition toeverything for patios and driveways.”

With the addition of the lawn careproducts, Burkdell has everything neededto turn backyards and entryways intocomfortable, welcoming and relaxingspots. Additionally, Burkdell offerseverything needed for patios anddriveways from rock, sand and edging totumbled and non-tumbled pavers,retaining walls, natural stone boulders,edge stones, wall stones, steppers,flagstones and more. Plus, Burkdell alsonow carries everything necessary tocreate decorative ponds and waterfeatures.

“We’re an Aquascape professionaldistributor,” he said. “We have a wholeline of water gardening products;everything from pumps and skimmers toliners and more. We’ve got it all.”

With locations in Carbondale, Benton,Mt. Vernon and Salem, Burkdell Mulchserves the entire region with great serviceand a full line of products including someof the hottest outdoor living accessorieson the market today.

“We are selling lots of fire pits rightnow,” he explained. “Fire pits let youenjoy your patio longer – earlier in thespring and later in the fall because of thewarmth of the fire. Another thing that isvery popular right now is outdoorkitchens. People want to spend moretime outdoors and everything tastesbetter outside.”

He said that outdoor kitchens are ondisplay in both Carbondale and MountVernon and the Carbondale locationboasts two outdoor fireplace displays.

Burkdell also offers pergolas andgazebos, which he calls “an attractive

way to provide some shade on patios.”“We have many styles of pine tree

pergolas and gazebos,” he said. “We canalso customize them for any size youwant or need.”

All of the company’s products areoffered at a very competitive price, asBurkdell purchases materials in largequantities and passes the savings alongto customers. They even produce theirown mulch, thereby maintaining highlevels of quality.

“We take the raw product to our Bentonlocation and process it into the finishedproduct our customers have come toexpect when they buy Burkdell Mulch,”David said.

Premium hardwood bark mulch isavailable in its natural color as well as redor black colored mulch. Additionally,beauty bark mulch is a popular option forhomeowners and landscapers. Thecompany also offers mushroom compostand topsoil in addition to the mulch.

With 12 seasons of experience,Burkdell’s knowledgeable staff can help

customers select natural products thatbest fit their needs and budgets, alongwith providing helpful suggestions andadvice.


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The Auto ShopIf popping the hood on your car makes

you sweat with anxiety and even if youdon’t know the difference between aradiator and an alternator, you can relax.For nearly 20 years, the professionals atThe Auto Shop in Carbondale have beentaking the fear out of automobilemaintenance and repair.

Family owned and operated,professional technicians provide thefinest automotive service in the region,using quality products and the highestlevels of craftsmanship and precision.

As the area’s only AAA-approved independent facility, all work isguaranteed. Plus, the ASE MasterCertified staff works hard tocommunicate with their customers ineasy-to-understand language, while atthe same time utilizing andunderstanding the newest and mostcomplex systems to work on today’s cars.

Don’t worry about your car;trust The Auto Shop.

Dish on the SquareLooking for the area’s most unique

kitchen shopping experience? You willfind it at dish on the square at 104 S.Ninth St. in downtown Mount Vernon.The unique shop offers a variety oftabletop and kitchen merchandise that nohome should not be without.

At dish, customers always will find alarge selection of kitchen items fromCuisinart, Kitchen Aid & Le Creuset,great gift ideas from Waterford & Nambeand dinnerware from Lenox, Kate spade,

Fiesta & Denby.Whether you are browsing or

expecting to buy, dish on the squareoffers more than 6,000 square feet ofmerchandise – including plenty ofunique items that you probably havenever seen before. From beginner cook toexperienced chef, dish on the square haseverything you need.

Harrison’s Sport ShopWhether you’re playing on the water or

looking to catch some of what’s belowthe surface, Harrison’s Sport Shop inHurst is the source for boats, motors andaccessories to make you water outingseven better!

Harrison’s offers a large selection ofboth new and used boats ranging fromsimple jon boats to speedy bass boats andluxurious pontoons. The impressiveinventory of new models boasts some ofthe best names in boating: Yamaha,

Mercury, G3, Skeeter and more.Since 1965, Harrison’s Sport Shop has

served the boaters of the region. Today,Harrison’s Sport Shop offers qualityproducts specifically chosen to meet theneeds of the shop’s loyal customers.

Plus, Harrison's Sport Shop offers acomplete service center for all makes andmodels of boats and outboards, open sixdays a week for convenience.

Ben Cordes PlumbingYou probably don’t ever give your

plumbing a second thought; that is, untilsomething goes wrong. That’s when youwant to be able to make a single call andget the problem fixed quickly, correctlyand economically.

That means you need to call BenCordes Plumbing of Carterville.

With more than ten years experience,Ben Cordes Plumbing handles all types ofresidential and commercial plumbingfrom emergency repairs to newconstruction and remodeling, with

service that is professional andaffordable.

“We try to always leave your home justas we found it – except your plumbingworks, of course,” owner Ben Cordessays.

He adds that he works hard to makesure repairs or new work as economicalas possible.

“We constantly work hard to try tokeep costs down by maintaining a lowoverhead,” he says.


The Illinois Small Business Development Center at Southern Illinois University Carbondale provides technical assistance to both prospective and existing business owners in order to help them launch and/or expand a successful and a sustaining business. Confi dential consulting services are offered free of charge to our clients.

The Illinois Small Business Development Center/ International Trade Center is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity and hosted by Southern Illinois University Carbondale.

• Small Business Export Roundtable Friday, June 24, 8:30-10:30am State and local export agencies will

provide information in their specialized area including: Export readiness, strategies, and functions for existing businesses/ Partner identification and qualification/ Market opportunities.

• Starting a Business in Illinois Friday, July 1, 9-11am This two-hour informational seminar covers

the basic requirements of starting your own business including: legal structure, start-up requirements, fi nding fi nancing, and business planning basics.

• High School Camp CEO 2011 Friday, July 22, 8:30am-6pm CampCEO immerses aspiring teen

entrepreneurs in real world business. The high school students will enjoy a whirlwind experience including business development training, fi nancial advice and marketing concepts. They will visit local businesses, meet with successful area entrepreneurs, and more.

For more information or to register for any of our events, visit www.siusbdc.com or call

618-536-2424.

Sterling Mattress FactoryOwned by Mike and Treena Wicoff,

Sterling Mattress Factory in Herrin,creates handcrafted mattress sets,Memory Foam sets, adjustable beds, liftchairs, custom-size mattresses,headboards, and accessories – simplyeverything you need for a comfortablenights sleep.

“The handcraftsmanship of ourmattresses sets them apart from mass-produced products and provides ‘old-fashioned’ value that our customers can’tsee, but it’s there,” Mike said. “Forexample, instead of using the standardone-and-half pound foam, we use two tofive pound. It’s a difference you reallycan’t see, but it raises the quality of ourmattresses.”

Mike said that the biggest trend todayis the no-flip mattress. Sterling however,offers both the newer no-flip and thetraditional two-sided mattresses, socustomers can have their choice.

Sterling mattresses are all in stock andready to go. No waiting. Custom ordersusually take 2-10 days; most less than aweek.

Sterling Mattress Factory cuts out the

retail store part of the equation and sellsdirect from the factory to you. More than25,000 satisfied customers from acrossSouthern Illinois are testimony to thestore’s success.

“We can produce a quality hand-crafted mattress for about the same priceor less than a mass-producing product,Mike said. “Yet, we put in the extra valuethat others don’t.”

“In addition to having competitiveprices, the friendly and knowledgeable“Sleep Factory” staff makes the bothshopping and delivery experience apleasure. Master craftsman Brian Wicoffis the production manager and keeps theoperation running smoothly andefficiently to ensure quality and on-timedelivery.

“Professional Sleep Expert” BryanShroeder not only crafts the mattresses,but also sells them as well. The newestaddition to the craftsmen of SterlingMattress Factory is Joe Colvin.

Wicoff said that Sterling MattressFactory has one main goal, “We’rededicated to giving the people ofSouthern Illinois a good night’s sleep.”



Murdale True ValueMurdale True Value, located on

Carbondale’s west side has only onepublic entrance, but through those doorsboth professionals and do-it-yourselferscan find almost anything for practicallyany project.

The reason, says Murdale ownerGeorge Sheffer, is that the True Valuestore is more than just a single entity.

“We really have four differentstores in one,” he says. “That all adds tothe value our customers receive in price,service, selection and quality.”

Sheffer says Murdale is acomplete appliance retailer, a rentalcompany, a hardware store and a full lockshop with locksmiths. He says that thecombination of the four “stores” giveMurdale True Value a different approachto serving customers.

“If you are wanting to completepractically any project, here you can getthe expertise to make your job easieralong with the products and equipmentyou’ll need to do the job,” he explains.

Sheffer offers the example of ahomeowner who wants to paint hishome.

“A lot of places will sell youpaint, but what people really need toknow is that the job is not just aboutpaint,” he adds. “It goes back to theknowledge of how to do the whole job theright way. The preparation of the surfaceis key. It means using the right productsand the right applicators, too.”

To make the task even easier,Murdale’s rental department offerseverything from paint sprayers tomotorized lifts. Beyond painting andstaining, the same level of service,expertise and easy-to-use tools areavailable for a countless number ofprojects.

“We add value for our customersby helping them get the end results theywant,” Sheffer explains. “People need tounderstand that the true cost of a projectcan only be calculated when the project isall said and done.. That’s what sets usapart. We can help from start to finish.With us, the project is safe, easy anddone.”

He explained that thephilosophy of Murdale True Value is tomake things easier for the customer, notfor themselves.

“No matter what area or whattype of project it is, if you go to otherplaces you’ll see that they do one thing:

what they think is easiest for them. Forexample, when it comes to selling thingslike nuts and bolts or nails, they want toput them into packages because it is themost convenient way for them to ringthem up and keep track of how manythey sell. But is it easier for thecustomer?”

Sheffer points out thatcustomers can try nuts on to a bolt theybring in to the store to make sure they getthe correct size instead of having to guessthat the nuts in a package will fit. Also,Murdale will sell any number of manyfasteners and other hardware items.

“If you want to buy just one ortwo, you can buy just one or two insteadof a dozen or more,” he said. “Buywhatever you need. We’re not forcing youinto a package. It’s more of a customer-delight focus rather than just meetingtheir needs. It goes way beyond that in anice way.”

Customer service is plentiful inevery department of Murdale True Value.The store boasts the largest selection ofWeber grills and grilling accessories insouthern Illinois.

“We feel that we are dominant inthe grill business,” he says. “We have

expertise that most places do not have ingetting the most from your grill. Pluswe’re a Weber warranty service center, sowe can repair grills should they ever needit.”

The same goes for appliances.Murdale has a vast selection of majorhome appliances.

“We offer aggressive pricing onappliances, but our advantages don’t endthere. We don’t have all of the otherhidden fees that many other stores have.”

Murdale does not charge fordelivery or limit delivery just to the curb.

“We do standard installationcompletely free,” Sheffer says. “We’llcome, put in the new unit, take the oldone away if you wish and do anenvironmentally-friendly disposal of it.We’ve done that for years and it’s just aservice we do to take care of ourcustomers.”

Recently Sheffer heard from acustomer who asked a Murdale teammember in appliances for advice inconnecting a refrigerator’s ice maker. Thecustomer told Sheffer that the associatenot only educated him on how to do it, hewent with the customer to the plumbingdepartment to make sure he got all of the

correct fittings and tools for the job.“You come get the products you

need, so however you want to do aproject, we can help you. We have theexpertise and the equipment to do it,”Sheffer says.

Everyone at Murdale True Valueis proud of the way they treat theircustomers, but they are also proud oftheir communities. The store frequentlysupports local charitable and civicorganizations including Big Brothers, BigSisters and the Boys and Girls Club ofCarbondale. Recently, Murdale wasdesignated as one of the top five “YouthFriendly Businesses” in Jackson Countyby the Jackson County Positive YouthDevelopment Coalition.

“We try to be very involved inthe community. We care about ourcommunity,” Sheffer explains. “We livehere, we work here and we play here. Thisis not a stepping stone to somewhere elsefor us. Our kids go to school here, we planon retiring here. That’s why we try to puta lot back into the community. We try tohelp out organizations and we’ll even puton fun days so the kids can come hereand play for free. It’s all about givingback to the community.”


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E-Z Rental Center, Inc.E-Z Rental Center in Carbondale prides

itself on being the largest general rentalcenter in southern Illinois. In businessfor more than 40 years, E-Z Rental offersequipment for homeowners, contractors,parties and other events. Equipment isavailable to rent on an hourly, daily,weekly or monthly basis.

The variety of items available surprisesmany people.

“A lot of people walk in and go ‘wow, Ididn’t know you could rent this,’” saysowner Greg Venable. “It’s hard to fathom

all that we have available for rent. Wehave almost anything you can think of.”

Items range from the small such aspower tools to large commercialequipment including reach forklifts andboomlifts, all available affordably. Partytents, tables, chairs and other accessoriesare also available to make planning anyevent simple.

“In today’s economy you want to savemoney and you can do that by renting,”Venable adds.

Pisoni Real EstateWhat’s the key to a successful real

estate transaction? In many cases, it’shaving a real estate agent who knowsboth real estate and the community. InHerrin and the surrounding area, no oneknows real estate and the community likeRichard Pisoni of Pisoni Real Estate.

In fact, he’s been helping clients buyand sell homes longer than some otheragents have been alive – more than 50years!

“What I bring to the table is different

form everyone else,” he says. “I’ve seenHerrin and the area grow and I’ve helpedsell or buy many of the homes here –some maybe even more than once ortwice!”

Together with brokers Maxine Smithand Cheryl Ruzich, Pisoni offers adedicated team to help with all of yourreal estate needs, including rentals andproperty management.

Prairie Living at ChautauquaThe premier assisted living center in

southern Illinois is getting bigger – andbetter. Prairie Living at Chautauqua,located in Carbondale, is adding 50 newapartments and other amenities.

Designed to serve adults 65 and older ofall incomes who may need some help tomaintain their independence, the PrairieLiving affordable assisted livingcommunity provides a wonderfulalternative to a nursing home orstruggling alone at home. It especiallybenefits those who cannot afford privatepay assisted living.

“The new apartments will open in July,and in addition, we’re adding lots ofadditional spaces for the residents to useand enjoy,” Janet Squibb, director ofmarketing, said.

New features will include an exerciseroom, a library with a computer lab, atheater and a billiards room, allcomplementing the current craft andrecreation areas, spacious dining room,chapel and activity areas.

The main focus of Prairie Living atChautauqua, however, remains providingcare and assistance for residents.Residents get ongoing health monitoringfrom a nursing staff who are on-site 24

hours per day, 7 days per week. There isdaily assistance with everything frommedication reminders to help with dailyliving activities such as dressing,walking, grooming and hygiene.

Additionally, three meals are servedeach day along with snacks. There also isweekly housekeeping and laundry,assistance with transportation and awide variety of monthly programs andspecial events.

“We have a loving caring staff thatmeets the need of residents on a day today basis, as well as a nursing staff thatcares for their medical needs,” Squibbadded. “Safety and wellbeing comesfirst.”

It all comes with beautiful living spacesin a facility designed in the style of notedarchitect Frank Lloyd Wright – spaceswith neighbors who are also friends.With them, residents share lifeexperiences, fun activities and morewhile maintaining health, well-being,dignity and independence.

“When you need a helping hand orpersonal attention, our courteous andcaring staff is always ready to assist you,”Squibb added.



HR Physical TherapyHR Physical Therapy is an

independent, locally-owned cliniclocated behind Logan Primary Care.Laura Roach, PT/owner, and her staffoffer an array of physical therapy servicesto the southern Illinois area. At HRPhysical Therapy you can always counton personalized care from a licensedphysical therapist with each visit. Unlikemany “revolving door” facilities you willreceive consistent, continuous care fromLaura, Amy and Rachel.

Our highly trained and specializedphysical therapists offer services for neckand low back pain, lower body ailments,post surgical procedures, motor vehicleaccidents, sports injuries, balance andcoordination issues, plus many otheroutpatient diagnoses. A heated pool isavailable for a wide variety of aquatictherapies. Our main goal is to helprestore function, improve mobility,relieve pain and prevent further injurythrough patient and family education.HR Physical Therapy believes that each

patient should be fully knowledgeable oftheir condition and the proper treatmentoptions available.

As stated in the PT Magazine inOctober 1999, “Physical therapists aregood people to know. They’re educatedin understanding the interaction of allyour body parts. Their hands-onapproach begins with examination,diagnosis, and treatment of theimmediate problem. Then they teach youhow to take care of yourself by showingyou how to do exercises and how to useyour body properly to gain strength andmobility and prevent recurring injury.You’ll find them advising on properposture and body motion in the workplace, treating injuries, consulting onfitness and administering physicaltherapy.”

HR Physical Therapy employees workhard to provide the best patient care at anoptimum cost. We are currently offeringsports injury and weekend warrior injuryassessments, and will work with you and

your physician to help in your recovery.We are located behind Logan PrimaryCare at 3308 Logan Drive in Herrin andare open early morning and late eveningsto accommodate before and after workand school schedules. Laura and her staffinvite you to stop in for a tour or just giveus a call; we look forward to getting youback on the go.

At HR Physical Therapy, theatmosphere is that of a familyenvironment, very much unlike manymedical and rehab facilities you see.Gary Holmes said, “I have been going toHR Physical Therapy off and on forseveral years. The staff has helped mereturn to work after my injuries. I wouldhighly recommend HR Therapiesservices. They are very, very good atwhat they do.” Gary Holmes

“HR Physical Therapy is the greatest!”said Christy Duiguid. “I have workedwith Laura every time I have been there.She has helped me with my ankle, wristand after surgery on both knees. They

have the best pool; it has helped myrecovery time. I would not go anywhereelse.”

It is true that patients do have a widevariety of choices for therapy and eachindividual will have a comfort abilitylevel given many factors. The staff at HRPhysical Therapy welcomes the chance tohelp you and get your body backperforming at its’ high potential.

‘I have been going to HR PhysicalTherapy off and on for several years.The staff has helped me return towork after my injuries. I wouldhighly recommend HR Therapiesservices. They are very, very good atwhat they do.’

GARY HOLMES,PATIENT AT HR PHYSICAL THERAPY


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Established in 1975, Dogwood Fireplace& Lawn has grown into the “Go To Shop”for premium heating equipment and theoutdoor power equipment. With 36 yearsof industry experience owner andfounder Dean Davis is known by mostclients and friends as the resident expertto answer all their heating and outdoorpower equipment needs.

“Specializing in two key product linesfor the past 36 years has allowed us tobecome experts in our field” Davisstated. “With a full service center and anaverage of 20 year experience, our servicecenter is Southern Illinois’ premier repaircenter. Typically customer repairs arecompleted in 3-5 business days, andoften within 48 hours.”

In addition to their service centerbusiness, Dogwood Fireplace & Lawncarries a full complement of heating andoutdoor power equipment. Heatingequipment includes: wood and gasfireplaces, stoves, indoor and outdoorwood/coal fired furnaces, gas log sets,

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SI Small Business SolutionsFounded in 2006, SI Business Solutions

has made it its goal to provide innovativeand cost effective solutions to companiessmall and medium throughout SouthernIllinois.

From IT and website design to mobilemarketing and full ad campaigns, SIBusiness Solutions offers a variety ofservices to help their clients grow andexpand.

“Each and every solution we provide ismeant to add to our client’s bottom line”says Terance Henry, Co-Owner and VicePresident of Operations with thecompany.

The company’s reputation and its oneof a kind service have allowed it tobecome the IT provider for the City ofMarion and Harrisburg as well as SalineCounty.

The company has recently begunproviding off-site backup services,allowing businesses and individuals tosafeguard their most importantinformation. “With all the recent natural

disasters, it is critical that companies andindividuals back up their informationsuch as taxes, photos, accounting booksand other pertinent information”

Beth Walker is the company’s SalesManager and has helped expand SIBusiness Solutions, providing even morecreative and affordable marketing and ITsolutions for its clients.

“Mobile marketing is the next bigthing. It is tremendously more targetedas an advertising forum, more affordableand it has a much larger reach.” she says.”In today’s fast paced life, no one leavesthe home or office without their phone.”

Locally owned and operated SIBusiness Solutions started 5 years ago asthe brain child of Henry and co-ownerCristian Badiu and today has become oneof the area’s fastest growing IT andmarketing companies with clientsranging from small and medium-sizedbusinesses to local municipalities andfederal government entities.


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Family Foot & Ankle CenterThere’s something special about a

hometown physician; someone who caresnot only for patients, but rather whoknows and understands the region and itspeople. Dr. Mindy Moore of the FamilyFoot and Ankle Center of SouthernIllinois is one of those physicians.

Originally from Carterville and agraduate of both John A. Logan Collegeand Southern Illinois UniversityCarbondale, Dr. Moore opened theFamily Foot and Ankle Center in Herrinthe Fall of 2009 following graduation

from the Scholl College of PodiatricMedicine in North Chicago and a three-year surgical residency at Chicago’sSacred Heart Hospital.

“I wanted to come back home,” Mooresaid. “I want to continue to grow mypractice right here, with my first concernbeing the wants and needs of mypatients.”

In addition to Dr. Moore’s home officein Herrin, she is also seeing patients inHarrisburg and Pinckneyville.

Pizza and Pasta ExpressQuality ingredients and a consistent

taste for over 21 years in a familyatmosphere await you at The Pizza andPasta Express in Carterville. OwnerFrank Charles and his staff are dedicatedto serving their customers with the mostpositive and hospitable attitude possible.

One thing you will certainly noticeabout the restaurant is its’ family-friendly environment. From a train tablein the corner to moving trains overhead,kids can enjoy themselves while parentsrelax and enjoy the wide variety ofpizzas, pastas, sandwiches and salads.The Friday, Saturday and Sunday night

buffets are hugely popular, while theTuesday through Thursday lunch buffetoffers a quick fix lunch option. Amongthe homemade items you’ll enjoy are thepizza dough, pasta sauces and two saladdressings.

“Our main goal is the serve the needsand desires of our customers. We listento our customers and respond withenthusiasm. We believe in treating thecustomer right every time.”

Dine-in, carryout or have it delivered,come by and enjoy a good meal with yourfamily.

Judy & CompanyLooking for a gift sure to become one of

the recipients’ favorite things? It’s easywith a visit to Favorite Things by Judy &Company in Du Quoin. For more than 17years owner Judy Smid and the staff ofFavorite Things have been helping peoplefind just the right collectible, gift orhome accessory.

“We try to have unique things,” Smidsays. “Things you can’t get in the boxstores; stuff that no one else carries.”

Her customers say she’s been

successful at it.“I have people from all over the

country come in and tell me what aunique shop this is. I hear it enough thatI’m beginning to believe it.”

Smid also offers interior design andcustom window treatments forresidential and commercial settings.

“That’s a big emphasis for us,” sheadds.

EARTHWORKAnyone ever stirred by the exquisite

beauty of a forest setting, a waterfall, orany part of nature’s glory will appreciatelandscape gardening by EARTHWORK.Established in 1977, EARTHWORK hasearned a reputation for premium quality,integrity, and artistic finesse in thedevelopment of distinctive homeenvironments in Southern Illinois.EARTHWORK provides completedetailed design, planning andconstruction of patios, walkways,terraces, gardens, water features andgeneral landscaping.

For new homeowners, EARTHWORK

provides critical help for site selectionand proper house placement. Thisforethought in planning is followed by ateam of craftsmen who bring precisionand art to fruition.

An integrated approach, combinedwith a desire to uniquely suit each projectto the individual, brings the customers’investment in their home into a deeplevel of satisfaction and enjoyment.EARTHWORK has been honored with theability and opportunity to bring anenvironment of lasting beauty into manysouthern Illinois homes.



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• Feed • Medication • Special Diets • Exercise

• Play • Cleaning

Paw Pal Pet Sitting ServiceKimberly E. Clemens(618) 521-1713

[email protected]

I’ll help your pet play while you are away!Keep Your Pet Comfortable at Home!

Rend Lake CollegeDesigned for working adults looking for

an exciting new career, Rend LakeCollege’s new Evening CosmetologySchool is about to kick off. There are stillspots available for anyone ready for thisfun and challenging field.

The program begins Aug. 15 at StudioRLC, located at the RLC MarketPlace onPotomac Blvd. in Mt. Vernon. There isstill time to sign up but enrollment islimited, so anyone interested isencouraged to call early. Financial aid isavailable.

“This spring, our day program saw itshighest enrollment ever,” said DaphneMitchell, director of the Cosmetologyprogram. “Our new reduced prices had ahuge impact on that increase. Even so, westill get requests from people who wouldlove to sign up but cannot because of thedaytime format. This new eveningprogram was created with those studentsin mind.

“Our students are an exciting bunch,”said Mitchell. “We spend plenty of timelearning new, trendy styles and new

techniques, but they are definitely aspirited group.

“I believe that if you were to call 100salons in any city nation-wide, many ofthem would tell you they’re looking tohire more staff,” said Mitchell. “The jobplacement potential makes for veryattractive consideration. Along with hairdesign, this industry offers opportunitiesin make-up, fashion photography,platform artistry and salon management,among others.”

Graduates of RLC’s Cosmetologyprogram, which can be completed in just21 months, earn an occupationalcertificate. Students practice their skillsby working with real clients under thesupervision of the instructors. Whenthey graduate, students are prepared totake the Illinois Cosmetologist licensureexam.

Anyone interested in registering isinvited to call 618-242-8459, or emailMitchell at [email protected]. Moreinformation also is available on the Webat www.rlc.edu/studiorlc.

Paw Pal Pet SittingWhen it comes to the care of your pet,

it is hard to place trust in someone else tocare for them as much as you do. Havingto send you pet away from home is nolonger the only option in southernIllinois.

Paw Pal Pet Sitting Service is a petsitting and dog walking business firstestablished in Southern Illinois by KimClemens in 2009. The company providesin-your-home pet sitting, pet and basichome care and dog walking within a 10mile radius of Carterville, IL (furthercoverage is available for a small fee).

Paw Pal Pet Sitting Service is designedto help pet owners give their companionseverything that they need, even whenthey are away. Owner Kim Clemensguarantees a happy pet and a worry freeowner. Caring for pets including dogs,cats, rabbits, hamsters, birds and more,all the while providing your pet with thelove and attention that is required on anindividual basis. Offering a wide varietyof services, Kim will meet your everyneed no matter what the circumstances.She offers different options of pet carefrom pet sitting for extended departuresor daily walks, all in the security of your

own home.A testament to Kim’s high quality of

work can be found from the manycustomers she has serviced. Barb ofHerrin said “Kim is the greatest! I wasgone of a month and she took care ofeverything. The cats loved her and sheruns her business very professionally. Iwould definitely recommend her toanyone.” “Kim has been pet sitting forme about a year now”, said Jason fromMarion. “She has always done anexcellent job and I’d highly recommendher”. Mona from Carterville says “I amhappy to recommend Paw Pal to anyonewith pets.” Finally, Cherri of Herrin says“We felt very secure knowing that ourdog was comfortable at home and ourhome was being looked after while wewere out of town”.


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Marion Pepsi started as the Marion Hatchery

& Poultry Co, selling Red Rooster drinks.

Our first automated bottling machine above the chicken hatchery. Previously,

the bottling had been done by hand.

Our first five employees and our new truck at the

Williamson County Fair in 1938.

John Crawford, Harry and Harry L. Crisp II

celebrate the opening at our new bottling plant.

Caleb Bradham

invented Pepsi in

New Born, NC

Pepsi MidAmerica

gained the franchise

for Dr. Pepper, 7UP

and Crush

Harry L. Crisp bought

the franchise rights to sell Pepsi

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growth with the addition of the

Robinson, IL territory and

relocated the Marion operation to

a larger factory and offices.

During the 1970s Pepsi

MidAmerica franchise grew

to include the Mattoon, IL

& Blytheville, AR area.

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the Community

for 75 Years!

Opening the Crisp

Container Corporation.

A 100,000 square foot plastic

bottle manufacturing plant.

Pepsi MidAmerica franchise

expanded to include Paducah, KY

and Maiden, MO. The expansion

tripled the size of Pepsi MidAmerica.

Addition of the Dr. Pepper franchise

in Blytheville, AR & Poplar Bluff, MO. With

this expansion and increased sales created

the necessity for depots in the following

communities: Paris, TN; Paducah, KY;

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PEPSI MID-AMERICA TO CELEBRATE 75TH ANNIVERSARY WITH CONCERT

Kellie Pickler and Little Big Town to Perform; Several Lucky Winners to AttendOn August 3rd, Pepsi Mid-America will

be celebrating 75 years in business. Theyplan to honor theevent with a concertextravaganza atRent One Park inMarion, IL for theiremployees,customers, andfriends. The day-longcommemorationwill start at 2pm andculminate with agrand fireworksdisplay after dark.The family-friendlyevent is scheduledto feature such greatperformers as Kellie Pickler,Little Big Town, Gloriana, andFrancesca Battistelli.

“We wanted to dosomething special forour employees,customers, andcommunities tocelebrate ouranniversary becausewithout them, wewould never havehad theopportunity,” saidLee Crisp, Presidentand Chief OperatingOfficer of PepsiMid-America.“This event is reallyour way of sayingthank you to them,”he added.

Pepsi Mid-America is givingconsumers a chanceto win tickets to theevent, as well.Throughout thesummer, severallucky purchasers of Pepsi 12-Packs willfind a specially marked can withinstructions on how to claim tickets. Formore information and other chances to

win, visit your local Pepsi retailer.

Theanniversaryconcert eventwill feature andincredible lineup, including:

• Kellie Pickler, whose career began asa contestant on American Idol in 2005,

has become one of country music’s bestfemale acts, having been nominated and

winningseveral country

music awards since2007.

• Little Big Town, who has been astaple of the country music scene forover a decade, with four albums and

three top ten country hits to their credit.Last year’s album, “The Reason Why”

peaked at number 1 onthe Country musicchart.

• Gloriana, who is oneof country music’shottest bands. Their2009 debut album,“Gloriana” peaked at #2on the country musiccharts. They alreadyhave one gold recordand 4 top 50 hits in theirrelatively short career.

• Francesca Batistelli,whose song, “It’s YourLife”, was recentlyfeatured on thesoundtrack to the movie“Soul Surfer”. Francesca

has blazed through the charts sincereleasing her 2004 debut album,

with three top ten BillboardChristian Songs to her credit.

“Throughout the last 75years, Pepsi Mid-America

has expanded into 5 statesand now employs over1,000 people in our localcommunities,” saidChristie Mitchell,Marketing Director ofPepsi Mid-America.“We are very excited topresent this incrediblelineup to show ourappreciation.”

For more informationabout this event, pleasecontact ChristieMitchell at 618-694-3233.


Ready made & custom emergency survival kits.618.549.3090 • [email protected]

Let us help you be prepared for storms, tornadoes, earthquakes, fl oods, and power outages.

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We’ll come to you with custom design and products to fi t your style and budget. From concept to completion, we do it all!

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www.decoratingden.com • www.decdens.com/angelaroweAngela Rowe, DDCD

618-253-4711or toll free 1-888-467-4711

618 253 4711Creating Beautiful Rooms since 1969

On Your Own Survival KitOn Your Own Emergency Survival Kits

provides convenient ready-made kits,customized kits, or individual kit items toindividuals, families, and businesses inthe region. The items in the kits conformto guidelines from the Federal EmergencyManagement Agency (FEMA), theAmerican Red Cross, and otheremergency management organizations.Kits should provide such items as water,food, first aid, communications andlighting, shelter and warmth, tools and

supplies, and sanitation and hygiene.Connie considers education as a major

part of her job, and is available to makepresentations to groups aboutpreparedness for natural disasters andwhat to include in an emergency survivalkit.

You can obtain information aboutemergency survival kits and supplies bycontacting Connie [email protected] or 618-549-3090.

Integrated HealthFrom the moment you first walk into

Integrated Health of Southern Illinois,you notice something is different. Thevibrant office and the friendly faces bringpositive feelings and a sense of well-being.

Formerly Hester Chiropractic Clinic inHarrisburg, Integrated Health offers adiverse group of services designed tobring a multi-faceted and holisticapproach to healing. To better serve thearea, an additional location was added inVienna last year.

Services include chiropractic care,

acupuncture, physical therapy,occupational therapy, massage,nutrition, healthy weight management,and wellness programs for the entirefamily in state-of-the-art facilities.

The services provided fit together toserve patients with a synergy and energyunique to Integrated Health. The doctorsand therapists specialize in a wide rangeof treatments tailored to each individualpatient.

Integrated Health - the name not onlysays who they are; but what they do.

INTERIORS by Decorating DenAngela Rowe, DDCD, has been

owner/decorator of INTERIORS byDecorating Den of Southern Illinois since1995. She travels to her customer’s homeor office and offers full service interiordecorating which includes: a completeline of window treatments, wallpaper,carpet, area rugs, furniture andaccessories. Excellent customer serviceis the primary component in Angela’sbusiness.

Many may be unaware thatINTERIORS by Decorating Den offerscustom plantation shutters; area rugs,both custom and stock; dozens offurniture lines; and Hunter Douglaswindow products. Via her speciallyequipped ColorVan®, customers mayselect from high quality merchandise atcompetitive prices right in theconvenience of their home or office.Angela specializes in residential jobs, aswell as commercial projects.

Interior decorating is an always-changing business. With her affiliationto IDD, Angela is able to stay abreast ofthe newest products and the best way tocomplete most any project. She has

received many awards through the yearsincluding: Lifetime Century Society,President’s Club, Positive ThinkerAward, 2008 Director’s Award & PremierAward, and induction to the DecoratingDen Certified Decorator (DDCD) programwhich is the highest educationalachievement level in the IDDorganization. In 2002, Angela wasawarded first place in the InternationalDream Room Commercial category andsecond place for overall first timeparticipator.

Angela’s personal website iswww.decdens.com/angelarowe and thecorporate website can be found atwww.DecoratingDen.com. It connects toAngela’s personal website with zip codesfrom Saline and Williamson Counties,although she covers a much larger areathan those 2 counties.

For your complimentary consultation,call 253-4711 or toll-free 1-888-467-4711.



Home Accents | Lighting | Rugs | Furniture

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At first glance, you might think thatBrick House Living, located on Rt. 148 inEnergy is just another furniture store.You’d be wrong.

“We’re a lifestyle furniture store,”owner Michael Haege says. “That meanswe have more than just furniture. Wehave lighting, tables, accessories, rugsand more – basically everything for yourhome.”

Haege is a veteran in the furniture andinterior design industry, having workedfor both Havertys Furniture and PotteryBarn. Likewise, he’s no stranger toSouthern Illinois; his grandfather wasproprietor of the popular “Squire Shop”in Carbondale’s Murdale ShoppingCenter throughout the 1970s.

“Because we sell furniture for all of therooms in a home as well as rugs, lampsand accessories, we’ve had somecustomers completely outfit entire roomsfrom our store,” Haege says.

For their upholstery Brick House Livingoffers more than 80 different fabricstyles and colors, that is all made in theUSA. “We can give you exactly the styleand color what you want in an American-

made piece in approximately 4 weeks.”Haege says three points separate Brick

House Living from other furnitureretailers. First, every item is clearlymarked with an honest, everyday price.Second, Brick House Living offers athree-day, in-home guaranteed. Thatmeans even after you’ve had your newfurniture home for a couple of days, ifyou decide it’s not exactly what youwant, you can exchange it for anotherpiece or return it.

Third, you can count on the quality ofevery item at Brick House Living. Fromnew furniture to one-of-a-kindantiques, each piece has been handselected for quality and value.

All together, it makes Brick HouseLiving the perfect place to jazz up a roomor your entire home. “Most people aresurprised at what they find here. We’restylish. We have formal to casual torustic. And, we believe your furniture,especially recliner pieces, can havecomfort as well as style. You don’t haveto sacrifice one for the other. You canhave both at Brick House Living.”


Great Selection of Portable Buildings and Carports

John Lewis

@ Wolf RockRt 13 at Wolf • Crainville

618-967-8884

Master Piano TechnicianTuning, Repair & Moving Services

Byassee Music - In Tune for Over 35 Years521 W. Main • Marion, IL • 618-993-8562

www.byasseemusic.com

The Country PorchSpecialty Crafts & Gifts

618-998-0837

Illinois Star Centre3000 W. DeYoung • Marion, IL

[email protected]

The Country GourmetFine Foods & Kitchenware

618-998-1166

Wolf RockSeven years ago, John Lewis converted

a portion of a soybean field into the“WOLF ROCK & MULCH YARD”. WolfRock provides the most popular lines ofrock and mulch at the lowest possibleprices. Wolf operates with a very lowoverhead (no electricity, no runningwater, no land phone, and a free officebuilding courtesy of Cardinal Buildings).Wolf Rock prices are hard to bet.

John can load decorative rock or mulchonto your truck or trailer. Simply driveinto the Yard, and he will help you.Delivery is available as well.

Wolf Rock is a dealer for CardinalPortable Buildings and CarolinaCarports. You can buy a building off thelot, or John and can customize one foryou.

Byassee MusicSeasoned musicians across Southern

Illinois utter a single word when asked toname the best source for musicalinstruments and equipment: Byassee.

Ever since Jim Byassee began haulingpianos around the area and selling themunder a tent more than 35 years ago, theByassee name has been synonymous withgreat music and even greater customerservice.

Today, Byassee Music owners Teayaand Matt Slinkard continue the tradition

of service and selection. Byassee offerseverything for new music students to allof the instruments and gear needed for aprofessional gig.

New brands and lines of merchandiseand equipment are added constantly totheir already extensive selection, andthere’s much more to come. From asummer “school of rock”, and “VanburenStudios”, their upcoming recordingstudio, Byassee will have every thing fillyour musical needs.

The Country Porch & Country Gourmet

At The Country Porch customers canfind speciality crafts and gifts for specialhome like theirs. Candles, florals,primitives, linens, stationary/greetingcards and garden flags are many of theitems available. Recently added is WillowTree® angels. A lodge and cabin area is afavorite of the hunters and fishermen, aswell as a sport memorabilia section.

The Country Gourmet is SouthernIllinois’ premier gourmet shop offering a

full coffee bar, as well as a large selectionof specialty cooking utensils, sauces,dips, meat rubs, dessert mixes, loose teas,whole bean coffee and delicious soupmixes. Jelly Belly jelly beans and Wind &Willow are two popular brands they carryin addition to a large selection of kitchendecor including teapots, tea sets, recipebooks, binders and cards. Visit bothstores at the Illinois Star Centre.

Lockhart & Company & Antique Annex

Lockhart & Company featureshandcrafted primitive furniture maderight in the Heartland at a reasonableprice. This custom designed furniture isavailable in seven colors constructedwith quality craftsmanship. Shop our2,000 sq. ft. showroom for that one-of-akind piece or browse our catalog. Manypieces can be created to meet the

customer’s specifications.The Antique Annex is an eclectic blend

of wares of old. Collectibles, crocks,graniteware, linens and retro finds are

just a few of the goodies available.Glassware of all eras is one of our

specialities. Visit both stores at theIllinois Star Centre.



P.O. Box 150 Anna, IL 62906(618) 614-7124 or (800) 709-1190

www.bugsbite.com or email [email protected]

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Tired of those pesky, blood sucking mosquitoes?

We have the cure for you and your yard.It’s a new concept to use a child and pet friendly spray to create a barrier in your yard. After two barrier sprays we guarantee a virtually, mosquito free backyard. So stop wasting money on

candles and smelly sprays and call us today!

JoCo Pools – Mosquito Authority“After building pools for over 25 years,

it bothered me that my clients couldn’teven use their pools during certain timesof the day because of mosquitoinfestation. I am proud to offer a safe wayto rid yards of these pests” says JoeCohen, owner of Jo-Co Pools.

With warmer weather approaching,everyone is dreaming about their summerplans. Some will travel, some will visitrelatives, but many people choose to stayat home and enjoy their summer right intheir own backyard.

For those people, a backyard is a haven,a place where you can spend time withfamily and friends, barbecuing,swimming and playing fetch with yourfavorite companion. Nothing can wreckthose amazing plans like peskymosquitoes. Those nasty blood suckersnot only leave itching whelps, they alsocarry a host of diseases including WestNile, Encephalitis and Heart Worms.This year authorities have warned us thatthe mosquito population will be worsethan ever before due to the recent

flooding.In the past, your only defense against

these blood suckers was to purchasecitronella candles or to fumigate yourselfwith smelly insect repellent. Now youhave a choice over these traditionalmethods.

At The Mosquito Authority, we sprayyour yard, not you. Using a syntheticversion of the chrysanthemum plant, weapply a barrier spray to your yard onceevery three weeks, breaking the life cycleof the mosquito. After two barrier sprayswe guarantee that you will be able tovirtually have a mosquito free backyard.In fact, we are so confident in ourproduct that if you are bothered bymosquitoes in between sprays we willcome out and spray again free of charge.

The Mosquito Authority not onlysprays residences, but we have SpecialEvent spraying also. If you have awedding, birthday party or a special gettogether planned and are worriedmosquitoes will put a damper on thosewonderful plans, then Event spraying is

the thing for you. Wewill come the daybefore your eventand then severalhours before theevent to make sureyou will be able toenjoy your eventwithout worry ofbeing bothered bymosquitoes. Werecently sprayed for afriends wedding andare proud to say thatthe wedding went off without a hitch andmosquito free.

We are the only company in the areaspraying yards to make them free of thosepesky little mosquitoes and if you refer usto your family and friends we will sendyou a check to say “Thank You!” Ifhaving your summer plans uninterruptedby mosquitoes excites you, visitwww.bugsbite.com or call 800-709-1190.

‘I am proud to offer asafe way to rid yards ofthese pests.’

JOE COHEN,OWNER OF JO CO POOLS




Plaza Tire Marion

Plaza Tire Service, Inc. was foundedearly in 1963 by Mr. Vernon “Pee Wee”Rhodes. It was originally known as PlazaCar Wash., at that time doing businessstrictly as an automatic car wash service.The business did well except on rainydays. In order to shore up the company’sfinancial base, the business expandedinto an auto clean-up and detailingservice for local automobile dealerships.Along with servicing these vehicles, thecompany started selling tires to thedealers as they were needed.

The operation required a seven daywork week, using Sundays to purchaseretreads to be sold to the dealers. After awhile a retreader rented part of the carwash building, thus sharing the rent and

giving the company a convenient sourcefor tires. One year later the retreader metwith financial disaster and Plaza CarWash, Inc. purchased his operation fromthe bank. A 1964 one ton Chevrolet truckwas included as part of the purchase.

This truck was the beginning of the tirewholesale route business, for whichretreads were distributed outside thelocal area. In 1967 the business startedpurchasing and selling new tires. Thefirst brands sold were Gates Rubber and BF Goodrich. The first Dayton Tires werepurchased in 1967 with an opening creditline to the company of $10,000.00 with apersonal guarantee. At that time thisamount could almost buy a trailer-loadof tires.

The business continued to grow andsoon the company had three route truckson the road, a car wash operation in fullswing and the retreading shop working atnight. It became necessary to purchase atire changer to do local business and itwas mounted on the sidewalk outside ofthe car wash. All tire changing jobs weredone on the street using a jack. Due tolocal regulations the system for tirechanging jobs on the street had to behalted. At this time a choice had to bemade whether to remain in the car washbusiness or to go strictly with the tires.

On Labor Day 1968, all the car washequipment was removed from thebuilding and the first Plaza Tire Service

Center was opened. A Hunter AlignmentMachine was added but most of thebusiness was tire sales. In 1972, awholesale/retail location was started onSouth Kingshighway in St. Louis.

Operations, mainly wholesale, wereopened at Columbia, Mo., Springfield,Ill. and Springfield, Mo., in the early tomid 70’s. When fuel prices escalated in1980, the company realized the need forretail service centers. Since that time,Plaza Tire Service, Inc. has expandedwith an aggressive pace to forty fullservice locations that operate in 4 statesas well as maintaining a very successfulwholesale operation. The Companyremains family owned and operated.

Our Mission “Is to treat everyone as we expect to be treated”- Vernon “Pee Wee” Rhodes




First Southern BankFirst Southern Bank is proud to be a

locally owned southern Illinois businesswith locations in Carbondale,Murphysboro and Grand Tower. “We area company that is owned by over 60southern Illinois investors. Weunderstand and respect our role ofserving the communities we live in fromtheir banking needs to the charitable andcivic involvement of our employees,”John Dosier, president and CEO said.

First Southern Bank originated in 2002when a group of southern Illinois bankersand shareholders joined forces topurchase the former Shawnee StateBank. Since then, First Southern Bankhas grown into a bank with four locationsand $230 million in assets, up from $24million in 2002. First Southerncontinues to invest in the region and itspeople.” We’re proud to be a communitybank in southern Illinois,” Dosier said.

The executive management groupmade up of Dosier, Steve Schauwecker,Patricia

Shay, Kevin Klaine, Greg Ingram andMike Robison bring over 175 years ofsouthern Illinois banking experience toFirst Southern Bank. “That allows us theability to provide excellent service andunderstanding because of the years ofexperience,” Dosier said.

A board of directors, made up ofrespected local citizens provides insightand direction to the bank. The boardconsists of Charles Carter, Chairman, Dr.Tom Davis, John Dosier, Mike Kelley,Dennis Rathjen, Meg Simonds and JerryWright. ” Our board provides us withvaluable management oversight, as wellas offering their perspectives as localsouthern Illinois business owners,”Dosier said.

Despite their growth, Dosier explainedthat First Southern Bank continues towork to offer a “hometown” feel througha commitment to local civic and charitycauses as well as providing outstandingcustomer service.

“We pride ourselves on the kind ofservice we like when we walk into abusiness. We like to know our customersand treat them right,” Dosier said. “Wetake great pride in the personality of ourstaff and we want people to feelcomfortable when they walk through ourdoors. We appreciate people bankingwith us and we know that we are here tomeet their needs.”

First Southern Bank has two locationsin Carbondale as well as branches inMurphysboro and Grand Tower. The bankalso offers a full-service web site wherecustomers can manage accounts, transferfunds or pay bills in a secureenvironment.

“Along with providing personalservice, our customers expect 24-houraccess to their accounts and that is whywe have made the commitment totechnology and security,” Dosier added.

‘We pride ourselves on the kindof service we like when we walkinto a business. We like to knowour customers and treat themright. We take great pride in thepersonality of our staff and wewant people to feel comfortablewhen they walk through ourdoors.’

JOHN DOSIER,PRESIDENT AND CEO OFFIRST SOUTHERN BANK


Four Miles East of Marion, Corner of Rte. 13 & Rte. 166

618-997-3889www.clarknaturalstone.com

Monday - Friday 8am-5pm • Saturday 8am-12pm • Closed Sunday

One of the premier retailers of landscaping supplies in Southern Illinois

Enhance Landscape Beauty And Value With

• Decorative Rock • Driveway Rock • Boulders • Bulk Mulch • Top Soil • Flagstone • Creek Rock • Pavers • Pavestone • Wall Block • Weed Barrier Fabric

Ask about our Rock Slinger!

Medicine ShoppeCustomers can immediately tell when a

store or pharmacy puts customers first.That’s why so many people choose theMedicine Shoppes in Marion, Harrisburgand Ridgway as their source for all oftheir health care needs.

Unlike those big box stores, theMedicine Shoppe offers friendly service,fast pharmacy services, close convenientparking and advice and assistancewithout long lines and unknowledgeablestaff.

“Our clinical services are superior toany other in the area,” says Angie Tresso,sales representative for MedicineShoppe. “Plus, our pharmacy is aspecialized care center. This means wereach above and beyond to serve andmeet the unique health care needs of ourcustomers.”

Each of the stores offers pharmacyservices, clinical services, medicationmanagement and home medicalequipment – including oxygen and sleeptherapy. In fact, the Medicine Shoppesare proud that they offer licensedrespiratory therapists who make ongoingvisits with respiratory equipmentpatients.

Walk into the Medicine Shoppe and

you’ll find practically anything you needto care for yourself and loved ones. Theyeven carry a complete line of variety liftchairs – in fact, the Harrisburg store has14 different models on display, making iteasy to find the perfect chair!

“We’re a complete center for all facetsof home medical care,” Steve Ledbetter,CEO, said. “Many people consider us aone-stop shop for their health needs.”

He says that service at all threeMedicine Shoppe locations means havinghighly-qualified and friendlypharmacists available for consultationsand questions.

“We try to instill a service-orientedapproach in taking care of people,”Ledbetter said, “and we’ve been doingthat since opening our first store inHarrisburg in 1983.”

He added that taking care of customersthrough outstanding customer servicehas allowed the Medicine Shoppes toexpand into Marion in 1985 and Ridgwayin 2006. The key to the stores’ success isservice.

“The fact that we’ve been in businessso long speaks volumes about our way ofdoing things, and that’s taking care ofpeople,” he said.

Clark Natural Stone LLCClark Natural Stone LLC started as a

trucking company Clark Farms Trucking,Inc. owned by Stephen D. Clark. Westarted selling decorative rock in 1999and it has grown steadily from then. Allof Stephen’s children have worked withthe company since the early 90’s. Inspring of 2009 the 3 children purchasedClark Farms Trucking, Inc. and renamedthe decorative rock business ClarkNatural Stone LLC. Nothing has changedyou will even still see Stephen D. Clarkdelivering and loading rock even thoughhe is supposedly retired.

We sell to everyone individual andlandscapers. You may have yourlandscaper come out and pick up the rockthat you purchased or you may havethem purchase it for you. You may comeafter hours and look at the rock.Everything is marked with a name, bin#,and price. You may call and in mostcases get same day delivery or deliverywhenever you choose. You may alsobring your own pickup and trailer and wewill load it.

We have state certified scales and weweigh all of the decorative rock anddriveway rock. So you know exactly theamount you are paying for. We offerdelivery service with a smaller tandomtruck and 2 stone slinger trucks. Ourstone slingers are becoming more andmore popular. They have a conveyor belton the end of the truck bed that projectsthe rock up to 60 feet. Our customershave had us deliver rock and put it indriveways, basements, and even theirlandscape. It places the rock prettyevenly.

We have quick service and you don’thave to hunt down an employee or find adepartment to get waited on.

Clark Natural Stone LLC12940 Pittsburg Rd.Marion, Il 62959(618)997-3889

www.clarknaturalstone.com (all of our products are shown on the website)[email protected]



The Bank of CarbondaleThe Bank of Carbondale is proud to be

a locally owned and operated RealCommunity Bank. They have five areabanking centers located in Carbondale,Carterville, Murphysboro and Vergennesto serve their customers.

When a customer deposits their moneywith The Bank of Carbondale, thosedeposits are reinvested back to our localcommunity – into home loans, consumerloans and small business development .“As a locally owned and operatedcommunity bank, we are committed toSouthern Illinois,” said Robert Bleyer,President of The Bank of Carbondale.“Our goal is to provide the highestquality of banking services to ourcustomers”.

The Bank of Carbondale offers a widevariety of banking services for bothbusinesses and individuals. Theseservices include personal and businesschecking accounts, savings accounts,certificates of deposit, money marketsand IRA’s. They also offer mortgageloans, automobile loans, personal loans

and business loans.The Bank of Carbondale also offers a

variety of technological services designedto save their customers time and money,while offering the convenience of 24-hour banking. These includeeStatements, on-line banking and billpay. Remote deposit is also available forbusiness customers. The Bank ofCarbondale has 12 convenient ATM’s,including locations at SIUC and John A.Logan College.

The Bank of Carbondale is committedto investing in the community throughdonations and support to area schools,charitable organizations and civicgroups, including sponsorship of theAnnual Fishing Expedition for SpecialPopulations, and the Fellowship ofChristian Athletes Day Camp.

The Bank of Carbondale also supportseducation through their CommunityScholarship Program. Graduating seniorsfrom Carbondale, Carterville,Murphysboro and Elverado High Schoolsare eligible to apply for these

scholarships, which have awarded over$300,000 to local students since 2001.The Community Scholarship Program isanother example of The Bank ofCarbondale’s commitment to the localcommunity.

The Bank of Carbondale is committedto serving the banking needs of their

customers, and investing in SouthernIllinois. You can visit their website atwww.tboc.com, or contact the mainlocation at (618) 549-2181. You are alsoinvited to stop by their banking centersand discover “The Real CommunityBanking Difference”.



Wright Do-it Center: A Proud History Of Doing It Right

Locally and family owned since 1964, Wright Do-ItCenter has stayed true to its roots of an excellent,knowledgeable and hard-working staff and friendlyservice. Founded by Jim W. Wright and LawrenceMcMahan, and still owned by the Wright family nearly50 years later, the store was originally know asMcMahan & Wright Lumber and was established in asingle-pole barn. This location at 208 South WilliamsStreet in Murphysboro, Illinois is where theMurphysboro store still resides today.

In 1968, Jim Wright decided to go it alone and, with afresh new look, Wright Building Center was born. Thestore has always been a family affair, with Jim’s wifeLaura, father John, son Jerry, and daughter Kathy allhaving been part of the business. This sense of family isalso prevalent with all of the employees, many of whomhave been with the organization more than 20 years.The store expanded in 1984 with an additional locationopening in Sparta and, shortly afterward, a full-servicedrive-thru lumber yard was added to the Murphysborostore. In 1994, Wright Building Center changed its

operating name to Wright Do-It Center, reflective of itsstrategic association with Do-It Best brand.

A small business that began with a handful ofemployees has grown to two locations and over 80employees. What’s the biggest benefit they offer theircustomers? Wright Do-it Center partners with itscustomers from start to finish, and buys them time withexcellent service and prices that empower both do-it-yourselfers and contractors to do things right the firsttime. In addition to its many fine brands of homeimprovement products and services, Wright Do-itCenter recently became a StoneCraft distributor. Thisallows Wright Do-it Center customers to enjoyoutstanding values on some of the finest stone textures,finishes and molds available. This recent developmentcompliments Wright Do-it Center’s complete selectionof kitchen & bath design, tool rental, and installed salesresources.

Reflecting on a proud history of success within thelocal community, Jim Wright admits he is not thebrightest and school was something that did not come

easily to him – but that did not stop him. He will tellyou that he built his entire business based on everythinghe learned from high school football and his coach, DocBencini. Jim was part of the 1947 MurphysboroTownship football team that holds the record for beingundefeated and un-scored on. He feels that the successof Wright Do-it Center is the direct result of a spirit ofteamwork and the talented employees who bring apositive attitude to work each and every day.



Banterra Bank Leads in Next Generation of Banking Products

Banterra’s primaryfocus is on basic commercial andretail banking functions;however, the company alsoprovides a one-stop opportunityfor a wide range of financialservices including mortgages,comprehensive insurance andinvestment services, agriculturalfinancing, and full servicebrokerage services. Banterra hasremained on the cutting edge ofservice and technology whileremaining locally owned andoperated. With 28 locations and36 ATMs, the nearest BanterraBank is never far way.

While Banterra hasoffered convenience servicessuch as debit cards and Online

Banking and Bill Pay for manyyears, Banterra now offers a hostof new technological services tomake banking easier than ever.For consumers, Banterra Banknow offers mobile banking fromany cell phone. Both text andbrowser versions are availabledepending on what phone aconsumer may have. MobileBanking allows customers tocheck balances, see recenttransactions, and the browserversion even allows customers totransfer money betweenBanterra accounts as well as paybills, all from the convenience ofa cell phone and with thesecurity customers have come toexpect from Banterra Bank.

For business customers,Banterra Bank now offers a widevariety of Treasury Managementservices including RemoteDeposit. Remote Deposit allowsbusinesses to make depositsfrom their place of businesswithout ever having to make atrip to the bank. This technologysaves time and money. Insteadof employees having to makerepeated trips to a local bank tomake deposits, businesses cannow make those same depositsthrough a bank providedterminal that works with thebusinesses existing computersystem. Additionally, BanterraBank offers a host of servicesdesigned to help businesses be

successful includingmanagement of accountpayables and receivables, cashconcentration, accountreconciliation, direct depositand many more.

Customer Service hasalways been a top priority atBanterra Bank and their goal isthat every experience visiting alocal branch is as pleasant andproductive as possible. Banterraalso realizes that with everdemanding schedules and timealways at a premium, one of thebest ways they can serve theircustomers is to provide a varietyof ways to do banking withouthaving to visit a branch.Banterra employees always love

seeing customers but also knowthat customers don’t alwayshave the time to visit a branch todo their banking. Banterra’s newhost of mobile and electronicbanking products allowscustomers to have the freedomand convenience to bank ontheir terms and as their scheduleprovides. With increasedconvenience options, BanterraBank is continuing to build ontheir promise to show customersbanking with local style!

www.banterra.com 28 Locations 36 ATMs Member FDIC

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