'We're ready for the next 100'; Business celebrates 100th anniversary in Urbana
Up next
Author
Tags
Share this @internewscast.com
FacebookXRedditPinterest

URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — A Central Illinois business celebrated a milestone over the weekend that was 100-years in the making.

A & R Mechanical has operated as a family-owned business for the past hundred years. The company hosted a celebration for friends, family, and employees at their headquarters in Urbana on Saturday.

It featured a red carpet, a live band and even a proclamation from the Mayor of Urbana, DeShawn Williams.

“We’re still a family-owned business, the Asklunds and the Reichards, and I think it comes down to strong faith and good core values. It’s helped them persevere over time. They’ve endured the Great Depression and we’ve weathered the pandemic, emerging stronger after each challenge. We’re prepared for the next hundred,” Steve Hall, President of A & R Mechanical, remarked.

Hall said A & R Mechanical has 350 employees who make up the backbone of the company.

Share this @internewscast.com
FacebookXRedditPinterest
You May Also Like

Sheriff Announces Arrest of Johnson City Resident Following Drug Investigation

WASHINGTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) — A resident of Johnson City is now…
Blast of cold air headed for Florida. Here’s how cold it will get

Florida’s Unexpected Arctic Chill: Prepare for Unprecedented Temperature Drops

ORLANDO, Fla. – Florida residents are about to face a stark change…
Asian shares follow Wall Street lower in final stretch of 2025

Asian Markets Mirror Wall Street Decline as 2025 Nears Its End

Shares across Asia largely experienced declines on Tuesday, and U.S. futures remained…

Local Warming Shelters Welcome Residents Amid Plummeting Temperatures to Prevent Tragedies

In the Tri-Cities region of Tennessee, a sudden dip in temperatures has…
More musicians cancel Kennedy Center concerts following addition of Trump's name to building

Additional Musicians Withdraw from Kennedy Center Performances After Trump Name Added to Venue

In light of President Donald Trump’s name being associated with the Kennedy…
Ambulance headed to crash on I-95 in Volusia struck from behind; 3 injured

Ambulance Involved in Rear-End Collision on I-95 in Volusia, Injuring Three

ORMOND BEACH, Fla. – A Volusia County EMS ambulance en route to…

Tragic Incident in Church Hill Leaves Two Dead in Suspected Murder-Suicide

CHURCH HILL, Tenn. (WJHL) — A tragic incident on Monday has left…

Shocking Incident: Man Allegedly Opens Fire with Shotgun – WCSO Reports

Authorities in Washington County, Tennessee, detained a man on Friday following reports…

Bristol Bookkeeper Charged by DOJ for Allegedly Embezzling $200K from Employer

A Bristol, Virginia bookkeeper faces federal charges after allegedly embezzling over $200,000…
China's top diplomat blasts US arms sale to Taiwan as military drills around the island unfold

China’s Chief Diplomat Criticizes US Arms Deal with Taiwan Amidst Ongoing Military Exercises

BEIJING – Tensions in the Taiwan Strait have intensified as China’s foreign…
National Guard to patrol New Orleans for New Year's a year after deadly attack

National Guard to Enhance New Year’s Safety in New Orleans Following Last Year’s Tragedy

NEW ORLEANS – In the wake of a tragic attack on Bourbon…
US military carries out 30th strike on alleged drug boat

US Military Executes 30th Operation Targeting Suspected Narcotics Vessel

In a recent development, the U.S. military has confirmed it carried out…