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6140Run
185 W. Main St.
Galesburg, IL

Running, walking, comfortable shoe. Also have Birkenstock and Hey Dude Shoes.

309-351-1758
pondman44@hotmail.com
Drew Ponder `00


823 E. Jackson St.
Macomb, IL

Veterinary Clinic

309-833-5960
amcm@macomb.com
Charles Lotz


3300 Washington St.
Waukegan, IL

Certified ITAD (IT asset disposition) service provider. We help companies safely and securely liquidate IT assets.

Data protection services
IT Asset remarketing services
Ewaste recycling services
In-house logistic services
Remarketer of off-leased copiers and printers
Chicago- Akron- Denver

800-487-6798
ed@thinkarcoa.com
E.J. Spriegel `90


1560 Emory Rd.
Macomb, IL

Tree removal & plant health care.

309-255-4211
bedwell25@hotmail.com
Bryson Bedwell `15


424 W. Piper St.
Macomb, IL

A non-profit daycare center providing quality care to 166 children between the ages of 6 months and 12 years old.

309-833-2741
kdhare@macomb.com
Kimberly Hare `94


2629 N. Springdale Ave
Peoria, IL 61603

Recording Artist owned company that provides songwriting, brand/marketing consulting, social media promotion, and more within the entertainment industry.

309-922-9384
Caspera438@gmail.com
Casper Alexander `14


206 N. Lafayette St.
Macomb, IL

The Crafty Coop is a Paint Your Own Pottery and Craft Studio located in downtown Macomb. Create memories and masterpieces with your loved ones and support a small woman owned business with a big heart.

309-331-0965
thecraftycroopmacomb@gmail.com

Laci Todd `12


2504 Washington St., Ste 200B
Waukegan, IL

Chiropractic, Physical Therapy

224-637-8335
mreed@fcsrehab.com
Dr. Michael J. Reed `2007


8896 W. Pine Lake Rd.
Hiles, WI

Campground in the Northwoods of Wisconsin

715-902-9331
hilespinelake@gmail.com
Jamie '95 and Gregory Schab `95


104 N. 11th Street
Rogers, AR

Railroad decals, AEai tags and reflective

479-366-9993
tdeleon@idecal.com
Tracy Boyce DeLeon `87


1616 Dill Street
Burlington, IA

Consulting, workshops, holistic health

319-752-0175
rhondareifmba@gmail.com
Rhonda Reif `90


1000 Lakewood Dr.
Macomb, IL

Event Venue

309-837-4191
lotzpm@gmail.com
Charles Lotz


PO Box 1134
Moline, IL

We provide high quality, multiculturally competent, and trauma informed opportunities for both individual and community growth, via custom workshops, life and financial coaching, individual and group therapy, and consultation. If you want fully qualified and certified professionals to provide you with workshops geared towards employee retention, mental health education, and more, do not hesitate to reach out.

Accessibility to services is key to success and that is why we offer our therapy and coaching via telehealth. This provides the best opportunity for us to make an impact beyond our immediate reach.

309-255-8054
info@mcgruderwellnessinitiative.com
Janell McGruder `14


1806 Sminole Highway
Madison, WI

We are a valued based, full service, financial planning firm that helps clients all around the United States with investment, insurance, estate and tax planning. We have a team of Financial Planers, Tax and CPA specialists, and Insurance Agents happy to help!

608-807-4775
matt@mfgteam.com
Matt Cuplin `05


27125 Sierra Hwy #205
Santa Clarita, CA

We train Kung Fu and Tai Chi from as young as 4 years old, to as old as 60+. I'm Santa Clarita in the style "Suh Do Kwan."

661-360-7931
carrielstarks@gmail.com
Carrie (Blomquist) Starks `00

Spartan Agriculture Consulting, LLC
PO Box 57
Ida, MI

Retired from MSU. Field crop research and farm management.

734-260-3442
birkey@msu.edu
Ned Birkey `73


316 W. S. 6th St.
Shelbyville, IL

Wedding & Event venue, planning, coordinating & decor.

brit.tav22@gmail.com Brittany (Peifer) Tavenner `14


905 W. Jefferson St., Suite A
Macomb, IL

We are your one stop shop for all of your Concealed Carry, Hunting or Sport Shooting needs. We specialize in Concealed Carry Training as well as selling Firearms, Ammo and accessories online and in our store.

309-306-1359
jpmclaughline9@gmail.com
JP McLaughlin `03


1350 10th St.
East Moline, IL

40 years in business. Family owned and operated.  President and Vice President Â鶹Éç Alumni. Woman Owned Small Business (WBENC, WOSB, DBE) Operating Engineers, Hydro Excavation, High Pressure Water Blasting, Right of Way Clearing, Dewatering, Vacuum Truck Services, Water Jetting, Culvert Cleaning, Excavation, plant maintenance services, utility and water location services, inspection services, Waste Water Treatment Services. 

309-755-0600
alissa@toppert.com
Alissa Toppert `05


20125 N. Woodland Circle
Mokena, IL

Land Surveying copmany that operates in Northeast Illinois. We provide many surveying services, specializing in ALTA and boundary surveys. Contact us for a free quote and consultation.

708-694-2334
townlinesurveying@gmail.com
Jason McArthur `05


PO Box 70
Carthage, IL

Law firm

217-357-3121
cablaw@frontier.com
Carissa Bryant `09


230 W. Jackson St.
Macomb, IL

A small family owned used car dealership with over 100 vehicles and 3 lots in Macomb.

309-836-2277
mehnaz.khan79@gmail.com
Nadir Khan `99


21005 Division St.
Lockport, IL

Professionally certified and trusted moving company. We specialize in military DP3 relocation and the first known company to display our service rates. We service local moves in Chicago, St. Louis, and upstate New York. We are also long distance/interstate carriers to 48 states. Short term storage and long term warehousing also available. LTL/FTL Common Goods Carrier

312-722-0044
operations@usamovingco.com
Justin Boone `14


123 S. Lafayette St. Suite 1
Macomb, IL

At Wild Daisies, we believe that fashion should be accessible and enjoyable for everyone, no matter where you live. Our carefully curated collection is designed to bring you the latest trends and timeless classics that perfectly complement your small town lifestyle.

We understand the unique needs of small town living, where comfort, versatility, and practicality are key. Our store features a wide range of clothing and accessories that effortlessly transition from running errands to attending local events, ensuring you always look and feel your best!

309wilddaisiesboutique@gmail.com Emily Harding `20


3100 E. Jackson
Macomb, IL  61455

New and used vehicle sales and service.

309-833-2111
Mwoodrum@woodrumauto.com
Mike Woodrum `10


328 S. Marion St.
Carthage, IL

Travel agency specializing in Disney destinations, cruises, all inclusive resorts, NYC, Alaska, Hawaii & Europe (land and river cruises).

309-863-5469
info@zanollatravel.com
David `01 & Leah Zanolla `01