2026 Member Accolades and News
MEMBER NEWS
First Mid Insurance Group Welcomes New Team Member
First Mid Insurance Group has welcomed Shelbie Roush as a Senior Solutions Account Executive serving clients in the Decatur and Forsyth areas. A licensed insurance agent specializing in Medicare options, life insurance and financial planning assistance, Roush focuses on helping individuals and families navigate coverage decisions with confidence. She joins First Mid’s Senior Solutions team, supporting the organization’s continued service across Central Illinois.
Film Industry Delivers Strong Economic Impact in 2025
Film production generated significant economic impact for Champaign County and the surrounding region in 2025, according to new data released by Film Champaign-Urbana, a division of Experience Champaign-Urbana. Productions across Champaign, Ford and Piatt counties drove $12.3 million in statewide business sales, including $3.78 million in local spending and $1.6 million in wages paid to Champaign County residents. The activity supported the equivalent of 71 full-time jobs statewide, benefiting local businesses across hospitality, retail and creative services.
