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Babies “R” Us is making a comeback, with 11 new stores in Illinois
Attention children (and parents) of the 1990s: Babies "R" Us, the beloved retailer you may remember from your younger years will soon return to the Chicago area in a new way. Babies "R" Us, which went out of business in 2018, will soon open 200 stores across the country, each inside of Kohl's Department stores, a press release said.
Big Changes Coming to 23 Illinois Costco Stores in September
The more things change, the more they stay the same. That's actually not true for 23 Costco store locations in Illinois that will be changing in September and I predict many will be unhappy with what's coming. Let me be clear that I'm not business expert and I have no...
NEWTON AMERICAN LEGION QUEEN OF HEARTS DRAWING THIS FRIDAY
(NEWTON) It’s another Queen of Hearts drawing this Friday night at 6:30 at the American Legion Post 20 in Newton, with tickets on sale up until draw time, and a jackpot at $12,495. The Queen’s Menu includes a choice of chicken livers for $12, a fish sandwich for $10, or a double cheese burger for $10, each with a side and serving starts at 5:00. Either dine in or carry out this Friday night at 108 East Jourdan Street in Newton. Call ahead at 618-783-2622.
NEWTON CITY COUNCIL JULY 2024 MEETING RECAP
(NEWTON) The Newton City Council met a week ago tonight. The Council : approved the payment of all bills as presented : agreed to spend $66,500 for the City Electric Department to buy nine new relay controllers & materials to install for substation circuit breakers : agreed to spend $30,000 for nine pole mount transformers and $29,000 for two pad mount transformers : approved $12,675 for demolition work at 601 Barton Street : approved $12,352 for demolition work at 503 Stevens Street : approved $12,000 for the demolition of 200 North Goble Street : approved the TIF application for West End Reception & Events worth $5,000 : agreed to authorize the final project for the Energy Transition Community Grant funds for Pickleball Courts at Peterson Park : approved the Appropriations Ordinance for fiscal year 2025 : agreed to vacate the alley running north & south between Lots 5 & 6 and 7 & 8 in Block 13 of the Original Town Subdivision : accepted the resignation from Newton City Policeman Adam Deckard : hired Carson Brown for the Water Department position effective August 19th : approved the Special Event App for the Peoples State Bank “Customer Appreciation Free Ice Cream Day” on August 8th : approved the Special Event Application for the Jasper County Chamber of Commerce Annual Cruise Night on August 9th : and adjourned after a 41-minute closed session to discuss personnel : the Council’s next meeting is August 6th.
Illinois quick hits: Pritzker endorses Harris; legislator cancels event after alleged threat
Pritzker endorses Harris Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris to be the Democratic Party's presidential candidate for the November election. President Joe Biden announced Sunday he was not seeking reelection. Pritzker praised Biden for his service with an initial statement. Monday morning, Pritzker's campaign said he is proud to endorse Harris,...
LEMONADE STAND TO HELP THE NEWTON ELEMENTARY LIBRARY
(NEWTON) To help the Newton Elementary School Library, stop by “The Freeze” in Newton this Thursday from 10:00 to 1:00. Wade and Halle Schackmann will have a lemonade stand set up during that time with all donations going to help the Elementary School Library.
THE NEW 2024 MISS RICHLAND COUNTY FAIR QUEEN HAS BEEN CROWNED
(OLNEY) Richland County has a new Fair Queen, as crowned last night by outgoing 2023 Miss Richland County, Holly Duncan, on the fairgrounds in the Olney City Park. It’s 17 year old Aubrey Lambird of Olney, the daughter of Roni Lambird and Mark & Caiti Lambird, all of Olney. Miss Aubrey will now oversee the rest of this year’s County Fair and represent all of Richland County in future events and at the Miss Illinois County Fair Queen Pageant in Springfield in January 2025. Also in the Pageant last night, the First Runner-Up was Chloe Piercefield, Second Runner-Up was Joselyn Kocher, and chosen as Miss Congeniality was Sydney Scherer. A job well done by the Pageant Committee and thanks to all the sponsors.
It’s guac o’clock at The Burrito Lab, now open
Champaign-Urbana’s newest restaurant The Burrito Lab opened yesterday on University Avenue in what used to be Meet Fresh. The local burrito shop’s motto is: Life deserves mas guac. I want that kind of life, and so yesterday, I went to check it out. The Burrito Lab offers custom burritos, burrito bowls, walking tacos, quesadillas, and salad — all with unlimited toppings including guacamole.
NOBLE CHOWDER QUILT TICKETS ON SALE NOW
(NOBLE) With the Annual Noble Chowder nearly three weeks away, on Saturday, August 10th, tickets are now on sale to win the 2024 Noble Chowder Homecoming Quilt, which this year is a queen size Scrappy Irish Chain quilt. On sale at the Noble Village Hall during its normal weekday hours, the tickets are six for $5.00 or $1.00 each. The quilt drawing will be immediately after the entertainment and the winner does not need to be present.
2 Best Theaters in Illinois to See the Thrilling New Movie ‘Twisters’
We've been hearing from listeners who went to see the latest Twisters movie this past weekend, and all reviews say it's a must-see. Best Theaters in Illinois for Exciting Action Movies. A recent 'Question of the Day' asked what's one movie that everyone should see at least once and we...
Company That Owns Illinois Pizza Huts Files for Bankruptcy
The struggle continues for many food franchises as a company that owns many Pizza Hut locations in Illinois has reportedly filed for bankruptcy. Nation's Restaurant News reported today that EYM Pizza L.P. has filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the eastern district of Texas Monday. They said this pizza company "operates units in the South and Midwest". According to their corporate site, that includes Pizza Hut locations in Illinois.
Illinois Lottery celebrates its 50th anniversary at Chicago River Casino
Several thousand people helped the Illinois Lottery celebrate its 50th anniversary last week with a disco-themed party at Chicago River North’s Pioneer Court Plaza, where more than 500 attendees won cash totaling more than $10,000. Story continues below. The ’70s-inspired party featured the United States’ largest disco ball that...
Illegal immigrants can keep professional licenses despite deportation with new law
(The Center Square) – Migrants who get deported from the country may be able to keep their professional license from Illinois under a new law. Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed the measure into law last week. House Bill 5457 provides that the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation may not revoke, suspend, or take any other disciplinary or non-disciplinary action against a license or permit issued under the law based solely upon an immigration violation. ...
Aurora woman paying it forward after winning $1M on scratch-off ticket
AURORA, Ill. — A woman won $1 million on a scratch-off ticket bought at a liquor store in Aurora. Antoinette ‘Toni’ Green struck it rich off a $10 MONOPOLY 50X scratch-off ticket from the Illinois Lottery, that was bought at Ruby’s Liquor, located at 1535 Butterfield Road. Her first thought? How she could pay it forward. “I’ve given away […]
Crop duster killed in plane crash southwest of Oxford in Benton County
OXFORD, Ind. ― A 35-year-old man crop dusting in southeastern Benton County died Monday evening after his plane crashed, Benton County Coroner Matt Rosenberger said. The yellow single-engine plane crashed around 6:40 p.m. Monday, and there were no direct eyewitnesses, Rosenberger said. ...
Festival To Celebrate Famous Illinois Movie Is Back
Illinois cinema fans are excited to celebrate one of the most famous movies ever filmed in our state. One of my favorite movies of all time was filmed right here in Illinois. It's the "Blues Brothers." My dad introduced it to me when I was younger and we watched it all the time. So much so, that my mom recorded over a copy we had on a VHS tape.
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