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Illinois Democrats, GOP offer differing views to undecided voters
Democrats and Republicans are focused on different issues as they try to attract undecided voters in Illinois. State Rep. Marcus Evans, D-Chicago, told The Center Square at last week's Democratic National Convention that there needs to be more construction in the United States. “I think the issue that people want...
‘Farmers were panicking.’ 8 west central Illinois grain facilities saved from closure. Here’s what’s next
Farmers in west central Illinois will have nearby facilities to store and process grain this harvest season and beyond after a small but established elevator company purchased eight closing facilities from Viterra USA. Hillsdale Elevator Company acquired eight facilities — including ones in Galesburg and Abingdon — on Aug. 23...
Quad Cities Brace for Friday Storms; Sunshine Expected Over Labor Day Weekend
Davenport, IA – Severe thunderstorms are expected to taper off by Friday evening, bringing an end to the unsettled weather that has impacted the Quad Cities area. Friday’s storms, featuring strong winds, heavy downpours, and frequent lightning, are expected to conclude in the afternoon, making way for a pleasant Labor Day weekend.
Old Farmer’s Almanac Predicts Hot Winter for Missouri & Illinois?
I will believe this when I see it actually happen. There are reports that the Old Farmer's Almanac is predicting a warm and dry winter for both Missouri and Illinois. Let's dig in and see if that really is true. I went directly to the source and can confirm that...
Department on Aging Announces Roundtables to Discuss Aging Issues and Priorities
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State aging officials are holding a series of roundtable discussions—open to service providers, older adults, family caregivers, and the public—to help shape the future of policymaking, service delivery, and investment priorities to meet the needs of a growing older adult population. “As a requirement...
State EPA Interim Director Jennings announces $5 million grant opportunity for projects to improve Illinois water quality
Illinois Environmental Protection Agency Interim Director James Jennings today announced a grant opportunity with $5 million in funding for projects that will improve water quality in Illinois. The Green Infrastructure Grant Opportunities (GIGO) Program has been made possible by Governor Pritzker’s bipartisan Rebuild Illinois capital plan. The program seeks...
Dry conditions grow across Illinois/Indiana; what’s the rain outlook?
Despite some locally heavy rainfall earlier this week, dry conditions continue to worsen both in Illinois and Indiana. The area dubbed as “abnormally dry” by USDA, labeled in the yellow shading, has grown by nearly three times compared to just a week ago across Illinois. A week ago it only encompassed about 9% of Illinois, that […]
Jacksonville Picks Up Win Over Quincy at Home
Jacksonville picked up a 2-1 home win Alumni Field on Wednesday over Quincy. The Crimsons’ goals came from Owen Hall and Anderson Decker while both assists were by Bennett Karr. Briar Miller had some big saves in goal for Jacksonville to help secure the win. Thanks to Chris Duerr from KHQA for the highlights.
Report: Forsyth Applebee's closed due to "imminent health hazard"
FORSYTH, Ill. (WAND) — The Applebee's in Forsyth will remain closed until next week after the Macon County Health Department found imminent health hazards, according to a report filed by the Office of Environmental Health. According to a notice hung on the establishment's front door, the restaurant closed Tuesday.
Soccer Game Recap: Mt. Zion Takes a Loss
After flying high against Athens/Greenview/PORTA/Illini Central last Tuesday, Mt. Zion came back down to earth. The Mt. Zion Braves fell just short of the Warrensburg-Latham/Maroa-Forsyth Cardinals by a score of 2-1 on Thursday. The Braves were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Cardinals apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in August of 2023.
Devan Swisher and Garrett Loschen Lead St. Joseph-Ogden Golf to Second Place Finish at Danville Country Club
Junior Devan Swisher tied for third individually (47) and sophomore Garrett Loschen was fifth (48) on Wednesday (Aug. 28), for the St. Joseph-Ogden golf team, which placed second in a three-school meet at Danville Country Club. Salt Fork (194) won team honors, followed by SJ-O (202) and Schlarman Academy (243).
Illinois football vs Eastern Illinois: How the Illini won their opener, with key plays, highlights, reaction from coach, players and more
The Illinois Fighting Illini ran up a big lead on the arm of quarterback Luke Altmyer and gave Eastern Illinois no chance with a defense that created four turnovers Thursday in the college football opener for both teams at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, Illinois. Illinois got four touchdown passes from Altmyer in the first...
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