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Book by Quincy High School graduate nominated for award by Missouri Writers Guild
QUINCY — A book, “Half the Town Burned: The Great Wooldridge Fire of 2022,” written by Quincy native Tim Scherrer has been selected as a finalist in the Show Me Your Best Award category by the Missouri Writers Guild. The award will be presented at the Missouri Writers Guild conference in late September.
55 Illinois Families Run From Homes by Artificial Intelligence?
How would you feel if you were given no realistic choice other than to abandon your home because of an incoming artificial intelligence company? That was a realistic dilemma for 55 Illinois families who found themselves looking for a new place to live thanks to robots. Stringer media on YouTube...
Free Museum Days In Illinois During September
If you're looking for some family fun but are on a tight budget, there are opportunities available for free days at some Illinois museums. During September Some Illinois Museums Offer Free Days. I was pretty lucky growing up. My parents liked to do activities as a family so I got...
When is the official start of fall? Meteorological vs. astronomical fall, explained
When does fall officially start in the Chicago area? It all depends on how you measure it. According to NBC 5 Meteorologist Alicia Roman, a cold front associated with rain and stormy conditions was moving in Friday morning, though conditions remained very warm and humid. After that passes, temperatures and dew points will drop -- just in time for fall.
Alternative electricity suppliers are ripping off Illinois customers, says watchdog group
The Citizens Utility Board (CUB) Tuesday issued a statewide warning, urging Illinois consumers to beware of rip-offs being peddled door-to-door, via mail, and over the phone by alternative electricity suppliers. Specifically, Commonwealth Edison (ComEd) and ... Read More » The post Alternative electricity suppliers are ripping off Illinois customers, says watchdog group appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.
When One Illinois Twister Caused Nearly $1 Billion Dollars Damage
The were so many odd things about that day in 2013. First, it was a November tornado which is somewhat rare. Second, it was part of an unprecedented outbreak that caused almost unheard of amounts of damage in Illinois that totaled nearly $1 billion dollars when it finally lifted back into the clouds.
Someone Stopped at this Illinois Gas Station and Won $1.7 Million
What are your expectations when you stop at a gas station? Probably to fill up your vehicle and maybe grab some refreshments. One person stopped at an Illinois gas station and won nearly $1.7 million dollars. This unassuming gas station at 5320 W. 127th St in Alsip, Illinois. It just...
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...
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