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First Illinois DMV+ facility opens in Chicago suburb
Illinois' first-ever "DMV+" opened Thursday morning in the revamped Melrose Park facility, promoting new services and reduced wait times. “A DMV+ brings more services directly to our customers and their communities, and doesn’t require them to spend valuable time traveling downtown or to Springfield," Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias said in a statement praising the opening.
Healthcare waiver to expand Medicaid coverage gets federal approval
The Healthcare Transformation 1115 Demonstration waiver was federally approved July 2, allowing the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services to expand Medicaid coverage. That additional coverage is expected to help address root causes of health disparities, according to an Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker press release. That includes housing and...
Lie, Kansas Women’s Soccer Earn First Win of 2024 Season
BROOKINGS, S.D. (KUAthletics.com) – In the 2024 season opener and the coaching debut of first-year head coach Nate Lie, Kansas defeated South Dakota State 2-1 on Thursday night at Fishback Soccer Park. Freshmen Jillian Gregorski and Shea Ryan both scored their first career goals and redshirt freshman Sophie Dawe earned the win in net in her first career game.
New Leaf Illinois’ Mission to Expunge Cannabis Records, Helping Thousands
Active in community events like the Bud Billiken Parade, New Leaf Illinois aims to provide a fresh start for those affected by past convictions (Photo Credit: Ethan Davis). On July 10, during National Hemp Month, Gov. JB Pritzker’s office announced that the Illinois cannabis industry had achieved $1 billion in retail sales.
Clear The Shelter event happening Saturday at Edgar County Animal Shelter
EDGAR COUNTY, Ill. (WTWO/WAWV) – Edgar County Animal Shelter will hold its Clear the Shelter event on Saturday, with more than 50 dogs available for adoption. All dogs available for adoption are half-priced to adopt, and it’s just 75 dollars to take home a new pet. Plus, all dogs come fixed with all of their […]
Local leaders honored at Indiana Leadership Forum
VIGO COUNTY, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Earlier this week, three local leaders were honored at the Indiana Leadership Forum. The program is for any Hoosier wanting to learn more about government, advocacy, local and state politics, and how those things interact with the business world. The class of 2024 included Thrive CEO Ryan Keller, who says […]
Sheriff Fell appoints Jim Palmer as Chief of Operations
VIGO COUNTY, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Sheriff Derek Fell appointed a new chief of operations as one of his first orders of business as sheriff. Sheriff Fell wasted no time making his choice, as he appointed Jim Palmer, who has served in various divisions within the Vigo County Sheriff’s Office. On August 12, a caucus elected […]
Shrine Club BBQ Kicks Off Today
(Robinson) — The Crawford County Shrine Club will be serving up delicious pork BBQ at Robinson City Park today and tomorrow. Crawford County Shrine Club Representative, Charlie Hawkins, says serving today will run from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and tomorrow from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tickets are just $10 each and can be purchased at the Robinson Chamber of Commerce office, from a Shrine Club member or at the Shrine Club shelter window. The annual Shrine Club BBQ serves as one of the biggest fundraisers of the year for the Crawford County Shrine Club.
Deli meat listeria outbreak in Indiana & 12 other states kills 3 and sickens dozens
A listeria outbreak linked to deli meats has sickened at least one person in Indiana and dozens more across the country, prompting a lawsuit from a Minnesota pregnant woman who said she almost lost her unborn child after getting sick. Three people have died since health officials began tracking the outbreak in July....
Happy Hollow Family Farms Preparing for 10th Season
In just over a month, Happy Hollow Family Farms located south of St. Elmo will be opening up for what will be their 10th season. The farm, ran by the Ryan and Lindsay Lash family, will open up and September 21 and Lindsay Lash says they will have a full slate of activities just like in years’ past.
Gov. Holcomb Recognizes Local Businesses with Century and Half Century Awards
INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric Holcomb and Indiana Secretary of Commerce David Rosenberg on Thursday celebrated longstanding Hoosier businesses, awarding the Governor’s Century and Half Century Business Awards. In total, 48 businesses from across the state received recognition for their longevity and impact on the state’s economy, communities and...
“WHAT’S HAPPENING”THIS WEEKEND
(GREENUP) The Cumberland County Fair is wrapping up in Greenup. The main feature tonight is the Flat Drags, with the Junior Livestock Show tomorrow morning, and the Demo Derby tomorrow night, plus all the carnival rides, fair food, livestock shows, and more. (WINDSOR) The 127th Annual Harvest Picnic continues in...
Explore More Illinois Welcomes Doudna Fine Arts Center
Explore More Illinois Welcomes Doudna Fine Arts Center. Explore More Illinois, RAILS’ online cultural and recreational pass program for Illinois libraries, welcomes its newest attraction, Doudna Fine Arts Center in Charleston, IL!. Eastern Illinois University’s Doudna Fine Arts Center is a cultural beacon for all of central Illinois. Designed...
Scott Teeters Named Head Swim Coach at Eastern Illinois University
Scott Teeters has been appointed as the head swimming coach for the Eastern Illinois Panthers, marking the tenth coach in the program's history. With nearly 40 years of coaching experience, including 25 at the collegiate level, Teeters has led teams at Eastern Michigan, Oakland University, and Gardner-Webb. He notably guided Olivet Nazarene University to three national championships and has received multiple accolades for his coaching, including NAIA Coach of the Year. Teeters expressed his alignment with the athletic department's mission to transform EIU swimming into a long-lasting and impactful program.
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