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Orpheum Theatre goes on a ‘FUN-raising’ campaign
Galesburg’s Orpheum Theatre is hosting shows that its executive director says are designed to help bring in even bigger shows. Starting with Central Illinois Dueling Pianos later this month, the Orpheum is embarking on what it calls a “FUN-raiser”. You buy tickets, but instead of at a specific price, you pay what they’re instead calling a “minimum donation.”
John Deere to lay off roughly 600 employees from three US factories
NEW YORK (CNN) — John Deere announced it will lay off about 600 employees across three US factories as the Illinois-based company shifts production to a newly planned facility in Ramos, Mexico. Effective August 30, about 310 employees will be laid off at two Iowa-based plants in Dubuque and Davenport, as well as 280 from a […]
Enjoy a comedy-drama with Richmond Hill Players
Richmond Hill Players will present the comedy-drama 84 Charing Cross Road on Thursdays through Sundays from July 11-21. The performances will take place at the Barn Theatre in Geneseo. According to a press release, the play is based on the true story of the remarkable relationship that developed between a...
Skydivers, fireworks show to light up the night sky Saturday in Ottawa
Skydiving performances and colorful fireworks will mark one especially festive celebration Saturday night in Ottawa. SkyDive Chicago's Freedom Fest, its annual Independence Day celebration, will feature nighttime demo jumps and, of course, a fireworks display at the SkyDive Chicago airport near Ottawa. The four-day event began on the Fourth of...
Chicago-area project to keep invasive carp out of the Great Lakes moving ahead with construction
CLEVELAND, Ohio – A major tactical effort to keep invasive carp out of the Great Lakes will soon enter a new phase. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reached an agreement last week with the states of Illinois and Michigan that will allow construction to begin on the $1.15 billion Brandon Road Interbasin Project on the Des Plaines River west of Chicago.
Burlington Police Department arrest man for burglary, drug possession
Burlington, IA- The Burlington Police Department has announced the arrest of a man on multiple charges. According to a news release, on Saturday, July 6th, the Burlington Police Department received a report of an individual outside someone’s residence. When officers arrived on scene a caller stated an unknown individual...
Illinois FFA to bestow award on SIU Carbondale chancellor
CARBONDALE, Ill. – Southern Illinois University Carbondale Chancellor Austin A. Lane will receive an award from a major agriculture organization when it meets at SIU on Tuesday, July 9. Illinois FFA will present Lane with an Honorary State Degree during the Illinois FFA Association. State Officer meeting. The meeting,...
Beloved farmer’s market vendor on the mend after accident
Meet Henry Brockman of Henry’s Farm. Brockman is popular at the Evanston Farmers’ Market. But he hasn’t been at the market yet this year because of an accident. On March 4, Brockman’s tractor ran him over. On March 28, Brockman penned a long email to subscribers...
Northwestern College in Oak Lawn abruptly shuts down after 122 years
Northwestern College, which is located in the south suburbs, has abruptly shut down after 122 years in operation.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe Oak Lawn school made the announcement that it has shut down and closed its doors as of Saturday, July 6.The decision to close the college was made because of financial reasons, a statement from school officials said.Northwestern College issued the following statement about the closure."The difficult decision to cease Northwestern College's operations as of July 6, 2024, was made by the college's administration, after careful analysis of its current and projected fiscal position....
Man arrived at family member’s home ‘because he planned to steal marljuana in the victims’ possession’ only to start beating his uncIe and uncIe’s friends to death; sentenced
Chicago, IL – According to the court documents, the 22-year-old defendant, later identified as CIoanger, was sentenced to life behind bars for his role in the death of his family member, 67-year-old CordeII, and CordeII’s two friends, 60-year-old Antony, and 65-year-old NathanieI. According to the court documents, the defendant was found guilty of first-degree murder.
NASCAR Enters the Electric Era With New EV Prototype
At the Chicago Street Race this weekend, NASCAR showed off an electric race car prototype. The car is part of a new partnership between NASCAR and ABB, a Swedish-Swiss multinational corporation, that will see ABB help NASCAR achieve public sustainability targets related to electrification and other innovation solutions. "ABB is...
Two dead in Saturday crash near Bement
BEMENT, Ill. (WCIA) — Two people are dead following a Saturday car crash in Piatt County that authorities said was caused by impaired driving. Officials with the Illinois State Police and Piatt County Coroner Troy Dunn said the crash happened at 6 p.m. east of Bement. Two cars were involved — a Toyota Corolla and […]
Chicago Cubs & St. Louis Cardinals Nearing Blockbuster Trade Deal for Elite Talent
The Chicago Cubs are encouraged to engage in a rare trade with their bitter rivals, the St. Louis Cardinals, involving several key players ahead of the upcoming MLB trade deadline. A proposed trade would see the Cubs sending Cody Bellinger and Jameson Taillon to the Cardinals in exchange for Jordan Walker, Cooper Hjerpe, and Cesar Prieto. This move could potentially benefit both teams significantly.
Indiana and Illinois Arby’s Locations Affected by Franchisee Bankruptcy
After filing for bankruptcy, a small Arby's franchisee is selling some locations and closing others. Miracle Restaurant Group LLC, a company based out of Louisiana has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Miracle owns 25 Arby's locations in Indiana, Illinois, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas. This isn't Miracle Restaurant Group's first Chapter 11 filing according to Nation's Restaurant News,
Michigan and Illinois Join Forces in $400M Great Lakes Protection Deal Against Invasive Carp
Michigan's commitment to maintaining the pristine integrity of the Great Lakes just notched a significant victory, as Governor Gretchen Whitmer inked a collaborative deal with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Illinois, dedicating nearly $400 million to keep invasive carp species at bay, according to WWJ Newsradio. This financial infusion serves as the linchpin for the Brandon Road Interbasin Project, a multi-stage initiative geared toward erecting barriers at the metaphorical front door of the Great Lakes ecosystem.
Shop Hop showcase quilting in the region
ARTHUR, Ill. — Those who love quilting and traveling can take part in Shop Hop, an annual event that promotes visiting participating shops throughout the Midwest. There’s an All-Illinois Shop Hop in August and September with up to 71 participating shops. One in east-central Illinois July 10-13 has 12 shops involved from Danville to as far south as Flora and Cisne.
Fisherman Discovers Body In Illinois River Near Peoria
A grisly discovery over the holiday weekend in the Illinois River. On Saturday morning, the Peoria County Sheriff's Office was called about a body discovered in the Illinois River behind Liberty Steel in Bartonville. A fisherman saw the body southwest of the Shade-Lohmann Bridge near the Peoria Lock and Dam.
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