POP-UP SHOP Columbia, Illinois (6 Gall Rd.) welcomes Linda J. Paintings & Decor Dec. 5-29. Pop-in and get your Christmas shopping started! popupshopcolumbiaillinois.com for store hours. #ColumbiaIllinois #POPUPSHOPColumbiaIllinois #Christmas2019 popupshopcolumbiaillinois.com for store hours.

Columbia, Illinois, has found a new way to use an old space, all while giving small businesses a chance to sell their goods and help the community. ksdk.com/video/features…

March 20, 2020: Mayor Hutchinson declared a civil emergency today at 4:30 p.m. The emergency is related to the COVID-19 virus which is causing or anticipated to cause widespread impacts on the health of members of the community. columbiaillinois.com/DocumentCenter…

Are you or your business considered ESSENTIAL? Today the state announced that you can call the IL Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (IL DCEO) at 1-800-252-2923 to determine who is and isn't considered "essential." Or, send an email: [email protected]

Find FAQs about Governor Pritzker's Stay at Home Orders here: columbiaillinois.com/DocumentCenter…

The U.S. Small Business Administration approved the state’s eligibility for disaster assistance loans for small businesses facing financial hardship in all 102 counties due to COVID-19. Eligible businesses - apply for up to $2M in low-interest loans at: disasterloan.sba.gov

The City of Columbia is hiring for an Accounting Clerk position. Please visit our website for more information: columbiaillinois.com/170/Employment

Complete information on the State of Illinois' response to COVID-19 can be found at coronavirus.illinois.gov. Check there for the call for healthcare personnel, PPE donations and volunteers.

Donations needed - St. Paul Lutheran Church Food Pantry. Place items in the plastic bins on front porch of church (227 North Goodhaven). Alternatively, order items on-line & have delivered to the same location. No interaction w/others necessary. Details: Columbiaillinois.com

City of Columbia, IL is #Columbiastrong. Great job by the Columbia, IL PD on your new COVID-19 Safety video! (1) Saved Videos | Facebook ow.ly/pPjW30qw8WI KSDK News FOX2now KMOV

The U.S. Small Business Administration will resume accepting Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan applications on Monday, April 27 at 9:30 a.m. "CT." Be sure to contact your banking institution today.

Our area is scheduled to move to Phase 4 of the Restore Illinois Plan on Friday, June 26. Today, Gov. Pritzker announced the new guidelines for Phase 4. dceocovid19resources.com/restore-illino…

The Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity is launching the first round of Business Interruption Grants (BIG) for businesses experiencing losses or business interruption as a result of COVID-19 related closures. Learn more: www2.illinois.gov/dceo/SmallBizA…

As of 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 25th, Historic Main Street Columbia is now OPEN to the public. The City would like to thank you for your patience.

Starting Tues, 7/14 at 6am, Main St. will close to traffic in both directions from Oak to Whiteside. This closure is necessary for construction of the stamped concrete crosswalks. Motorists should use Rapp & Metter as a detour. Work is scheduled to continue through Wed, 7/15.

Hay there! Calling all scarecrow designers for this year's Scarecrow Crawl on Columbia's Historic Main St.! Details at: columbiaillinois.com

COLUMBIA BUSINESSES: The Monroe County, Illinois Economic Development Corp. is offering an opportunity to apply for a Covid Relief Micro-Grant now through February 19. For more information, visit the newsflash section of the City's website: columbiaillinois.com/CivicAlerts.as…

City of Columbia is seeking applicants to fill positions on boards & commissions beginning in May. Positions available on: -Heritage and Preservation -Parks and Recreation -Plan Commission Anyone with interest in these areas are encouraged to apply: columbiaillinois.com/475/Current-Va…

Looking for your utility bill? You're not alone! The utility bills have been delayed at the post office and will be delivered late this month. We're sorry for this inconvenience. Please pay without penalty upon receipt. Thank you!

We're beginning to look, "Beyond the Horizon" to determine Columbia's future (with a little help from our friends @heyshockey). Stay in the know and help us by being a part of the plan! Visit columbiaconversations.com to get started.