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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.
Gunmen rob construction workers in broad daylight (video)
CHICAGO — A couple of contractors were forced to lie on the ground as two armed robbers rifled their pockets and searched their work van for valuables on Tuesday morning. Ring surveillance cameras recorded it all. The men were working behind their parked truck when it all went down...
Gaming Club gives kids a summer space
MENDOTA – One statement said by Mendota residents a gazillion times over the years is, “There is nothing for the kids to do during summer vacation.”. Although there are options such as the Mendota Pool, events at Graves-Hume Public Library, sports such as Mendota Area Youth Soccer, Mendota Matadors baseball, and basketball camps, and others, sometimes kids want to switch it up.
Marking Louie Bellson’s 100th birthday
ROCK FALLS, Ill. (KWQC)-Legendary musician and Rock Falls native Louie Bellson would have been his 100 years old on Saturday, July 6, 2024. He was born at 3:30 p.m. in Rock Falls. Musician and band leader Josh Duffee talks about the local legend and his influential impact. Duffee actually owns...
CHARLES ’60 and VIRGINIA RASSIEUR
THE BACKGROUND: Following his graduation from Monmouth, Chuck received his divinity degree from the Princeton Theological Seminary. After serving two churches in Maryland for seven years, he returned to school, earning a doctorate in psychology from Claremont School of Theology. He worked in the latter field for more than a quarter century, including counsel to clergy and seminariansTHE GIFT: The Rassieurs created a planned gift for the College, funding it early through a cash donation. “We wanted to do it in our lifetime,” said Ginni. “We talked with our financial adviser, and we asked him, ‘Is it reasonable to do this?’ and ‘Should we do it now?’ He encouraged us to do it now, and he handled everything for us.” Chuck emphasized, “The most important lesson for young adults is that their integrity is their greatest asset.” With that in mind, the Rassieurs’ gift will fund a prize for an annual essay contest focusing on integrity.
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...
Weather postpones some July 4th events in Central Illinois
CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) — As possible inclement weather threatens to soil stars, stripes, and sparklers in Central Illinois, some July 4th fireworks displays and activities are being postponed. Jacksonville festivities, including the Nichols Park fireworks and Morgan County VFW Post 1379’s Independence Day Celebration, are being pushed back. The Nichols Park fireworks were originally set […]
John Deere Continues with Layoffs Across Midwest in Illinois & Iowa
So far this year over 1,000 workers in Iowa have lost their jobs at John Deere; that includes the recent announcement of layoffs coming to Davenport on August 30th of 211 workers and the 99 being released from the Dubuque plant on the same date. John Deere, a leading manufacturer...
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