IDNR seeking seasonal workers for state parks
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is seeking applicants for seasonal workers at state parks and historic sites around the state. Openings include positions at Illini State Park in Marseilles and Starved Rock State
Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services launches Medicaid renewal campaign
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services has launched a public awareness effort to let Medicaid users know about upcoming coverage renewals. Ready to Renew will help those who currently rely on Medicaid
Illinois spring trout fishing season opens April 1.
SPRINGFIELD – The 2023 Illinois spring trout fishing season will open April 1st at 58 ponds, lakes, and streams throughout the state. An early catch-and-release fishing season will open March 18. No trout may be kept during
Two new board members join IVAC
PERU – The Illinois Valley Area Chamber of Commerce will be welcoming two new members to their board of directors. It was announced that Dr. Clayton Theisinger and Heather Hammitt will be joining the chamber. Dr. Theisinger
Former Cop Arrested for Impersonating a Cop
You’ve probably seen a police show where a cop gets fired . . . but he secretly returns to work, because he just can’t let go of that last case! Well, this is an interesting spin on
America’s New Favorite Dog
There’s EARTH-SHATTERING news in the dog world. For the first time in three decades, the Labrador Retriever is NOT America’s #1 dog.
Illinois State Police warn of increased road rage incidents
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois State Police are warning motorists about what they say is an alarming increase in road rage. Along interstates and expressways across the state, a number of high-profile incidents have left some drivers and
Florida man asks police to check the authenticity of his meth
HERNANDO COUNTY, FL — The Hernando County Sherriff’s department was contacted by a Florida man asking them to come and check the authenticity of the meth he recently purchased at a local bar. He said that he
Senators Duckworth, Durbin reintroduce year-round ethanol bill
WASHINGTON – The United States Senate is going forward with a bill to allow year-round, nationwide sale of ethanol blend gasoline, ending differing state regulations that caused the fuel to not be sold during certain times
Gov. Pritzker proposes higher education investment
SPRINGFIELD — Governor JB Pritzker is proposing further investments in higher education, especially at community colleges in the state. Illinois has the third-largest community college system in the nation, with over 48 institutions statewide. The Rebuild Illinois