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Salem 11u Opens District With Loss To Robinson, Back Tonight In Elimination Play
The Salem 11u All Stars fell in their District Tournament opener at Olney, losing to Robinson 7-0 on Tuesday night. Nolan Krutsinger did his job on the mound as he worked 4.2 and gave up 5 runs, none of them earned, while striking out 11 and not walking anyone. He kept the Maroons off balance all night.
What new Illinois laws mean for Oak Park
Illinois’ new laws went into effect July 1, including a minimum wage increase and a gas tax increase. In Chicago and in Cook County, which encompasses Oak Park, minimum wage workers will now make a base pay of $16.20 per hour. Before, the minimum wage was $15.80 per hour.
Photos: Miller-Showers Park dredging work
In November of 2021, The B Square reported on a bathymetric study of the Miller-Showers detention basins that was supposed to determine if and where the basins in the park need to have excess sediment dredged. The study indicated the detention ponds needed to be dredged . The ponds fill...
What You Need to Know So You Don’t Get Fined For Fireworks in Illinois
Fourth of July is around the corner, and while fireworks light up the night sky, lighting them yourself is never a good idea, especially in Illinois. Let's put the bad news out there first; as most people know, Illinois has a strict law that bans most consumer fireworks. Here's a refresher, just in case you need it.
State fire officials urge grill safety ahead of peak fire season
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — The Office of the State Fire Marshal is urging Illinoisans to practice grill safety as the calendar turns to peak grill fire season. Officials said that on average, over 10,000 home fires across the U.S. are caused by a grill, and most of them happen in July. Between 2017 and 2021, […]
I&M seeks input on fate of aging St. Joe River dams in Elkhart, Mottville
Indiana Michigan Power is seeking public input as it starts to explore the fate of its aging hydroelectric dams on the St. Joseph River in Elkhart and Mottville, Mich. Relicense it and keep it running? Or decommission it and possibly remove the dam, which could significantly affect the river for boating, fishing and recreation?
Illinois Fireworks: Know What’s Legal to Avoid a Fine
No 4th of July is complete without some form of fireworks extravaganza. However, understanding the legal status of fireworks is crucial. While some are perfectly legal to use in the Land of Lincoln, others are strictly prohibited. Sparklers and Smoke Bombs: Legal Fireworks for a Fun Night. Let's start with...
Fourth of July celebrations to take place across central Illinois. Here’s a list of events
PEORIA, Ill. – Numerous communities across central Illinois will celebrate the birthday of the United States of America over the next few days. In Peoria and East Peoria, people can enjoy the annual Choose Greater Peoria Red, White, and BOOM on the riverfronts. The show is billed as the top fireworks show in the state of Illinois, and among the top 2% in the entire country.
New Illinois law expands types of shotgun shells hunters can use on turkeys
(The Center Square) – Beginning next year, a bill signed by Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker permits .410 shot shells to be added to the acceptable sizes of turkey shot already allowed by the state. Josh Witkowski with the Illinois Federation for Outdoor Resources said hunting groups were proponents of Senate Bill 2767 because it expands hunting to those who want lower recoil. “This expands the opportunities for youth hunting, maybe...
Local broadcast family leaves Illinois radio broadcast industry selling remaining stations
After almost 70 years, the Neuhoff Family has exited the Central Illinois broadcast radio industry in a final agreement to sell several radio channels. Neuhoff Family Limited Partnership announced on Monday an agreement between Neuhoff Media LLC in Springfield and Bloomington to sell seven different channels to Woodward Communications, Inc, or WCI.
Do Not Approach Illinois 10 Most Wanted, All Considered Dangerous
Everyone would like to think they're a superhero, but this is one instance where you need to understand how dangerous real life can be. Law enforcement in Illinois has issued a warning about the 10 most wanted fugitives that should not be approached as they are all to be considered armed and dangerous.
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