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Obion County Fair Set To Begin Friday
Union City, Tenn.–The Obion County Fair is set to begin this weekend with the Carnival, Rodeo and other activities. All the Fair pageants will be held all day Saturday. Opening ceremonies are held Friday, August 16. Theme for the fair this year is “Our Freedom, Our Farms, Our Fair”. The Obion County Fair runs from August 16-24.
Ohio Valley to Experience Warmer Temperatures with Increased Chance of Storms, NWS Advises
Ohioans can expect a marked shift in weather today, according to the latest from the National Weather Service in Wilmington. The NWS reports that as high-pressure swings east of the Ohio Valley, the region will experience warmer temperatures, increased humidity, and a raised possibility of showers and thunderstorms heading into the weekend.
Incentives help solar industry amid higher costs linked to inflation
Along with other U.S. states, Illinois is working to make itself more dependent on renewable energy sources rather than fossil fuels. The head of a local Bloomington-Normal solar installation company said state and federal incentives make Illinois one of the strongest to go solar. Shannon Fulton runs the Bloomington office...
Illinois quick hits: Illinois unemployment rate rises to 5.2%
Illinois unemployment rate rises to 5.2% The Illinois Department of Employment Security announced Thursday that the state's unemployment rate increased to 5.2%, while nonfarm payrolls increased nearly 13,000 in July. The national unemployment rate was 4.3% in July, up from the previous month. Based on preliminary data provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the industry sectors with monthly payroll job declines included Manufacturing, Leisure and Hospitality, and Trade,...
3 Illinois dental schools secure funding
Three dental schools in Illinois earned endowments from the Illinois State Dental Society. Each of the three schools will receive $8,000 from the ISDS Foundation's dental education endowment fund. Here are the three schools and how they plan to use the additional funds:. UIC College of Dentistry (Chicago): Upgrade its...
Sportsbook reverses decision on surcharges for Illinois bettors
(The Center Square) – In the wake of tax hikes on sports betting apps in Illinois, one operator that announced surcharges to make up revenue is changing course. DraftKings announced last month it would add surcharges to high-tax states like Illinois, which just hiked taxes on sports books from 15% to as much as 40%. Now the company says for the time being, no surcharges will be imposed. “We always...
A Second Round of Potent Storms Possible
More storms are targeting central Illinois. A low-pressure system is marching across the region, and it already brought one round of hefty showers and storms on Thursday morning. Springfield got drenched with over 3/4" of rain, and Decatur picked up nearly an inch. Now central Illinois is in the warm...
Central Illinois Boat Races Return for Thrilling Summer Event This Labor Day Weekend
Central Illinois – The excitement is building as the highly anticipated boat races return to the Kankakee River for a thrilling summer event this Labor Day weekend, running from August 30 to September 1, 2024. This year’s regatta promises a weekend filled with high-speed action, live music, and a variety of activities suitable for the whole family.
Rain is on the way to the Mid-Ohio Valley
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - The rain will return to the Mid-Ohio Valley for the end of the week, but we will still be looking at another hot and dry Thursday across the Mid-Ohio Valley. Today is going to be almost the same as Wednesday. The morning temperatures will be in the upper 50s to start with mostly clear skies and then we heat up during the afternoon. We will see highs into the low 90s, but the air is still going to remain dry. So, it will feel hot during the afternoon, but it will not feel muggy. With the dry air, our heat index will closely match the actual temperature.
A Second Round of Potent Storms Possible
More storms are targeting central Illinois. A low-pressure system is marching across the region, and it already brought one round of hefty showers and storms on Thursday morning. Springfield got drenched with over 3/4" of rain, and Decatur picked up nearly an inch. Now central Illinois is in the warm...
Think tank calls on West Tennessee policymakers to overhaul zoning before BlueOval population boom
As West Tennessee awaits a population boom expected to coincide with the opening of Ford’s new BlueOval City electric vehicle plant, a Tennessee think tank is urging local policymakers to take a hard look at their zoning laws. The Beacon Center, a nonprofit think tank that advocates for free markets and limited government, called on […]
Winning Lotto ticket sold in Homewood
An Illinois Lottery player in the South Suburbs won a Lotto Million 1 drawing – becoming a millionaire overnight. The $1 million-winning Lotto ticket was purchased for the Monday drawing of Lotto Million 1. The ticket was purchased at South Gate Mini Mart, 18747 Dixie Highway, Homewood. The winner...
Sleep in Heavenly Peace of Poplar Bluff sees success with community bed-building event
POPLAR BLUFF, Mo. (KFVS) - 150 kids in need will soon have a comfortable place to sleep thanks to one Heartland non-profit, and a record number of volunteers who came out to lend a hand. Sleep in Heavenly Peace builds beds to give to kids in the area, for free.
Illinois State Fair Sees Record-Breaking Crowd for Hip-Hop Icon
A Hip-Hop Icon electrified the Illinois State Fair Grandstand on Wednesday night setting an all-time attendance record. Rapper Lil' Wayne performed for an impressive 15,427 fans which surpassed the previous record of 15,329 set by Jason Aldean in 2011. The rapper's performance not only captivated the crowd but also highlighted the fair's growing appeal.
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