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RETAIL: Strengthening Communities Across Illinois
Tuesday, Jul 7, 2026 - Posted by Advertising Department [The following is a paid advertisement.] Serious Lip Balm, founded by Khara Koffel and Megan Luckey, creates all-natural, handmade lip and skin products designed to help you feel your best. What started as a simple homemade gift in Jacksonville, Illinois, has grown into a thriving brand carried by more than 500 retailers across North America. Retail generates $7.3 billion in income and sales tax revenue each year in Illinois. These funds support public safety, infrastructure, education, and other important programs we all rely on every day. In fact, retail is the second largest revenue generator for the State of Illinois and the largest revenue generator for local governments. Policies that support small businesses help communities thrive as retailers like Khara and Megan in Jacksonville are better equipped to meet local needs. We Are Retail and IRMA are showcasing the retailers who make Illinois work. Please visit https://WeAreRetail.IRMA.org/.
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