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South suburban airport could bring over $1B in economic activity, per report
A new airport in Chicago’s far south suburbs could bring thousands of jobs and a $1 billion economic impact, according to a new report, but state and local officials expressed concerns about the future of the long-delayed project. A study from the Illinois Economic Policy Institute, a think tank...
Chocolate Chip Cookies in Illinois Suddenly Under Urgent Recall
There are three qualifiers for this warning. First, you need to live in Illinois. Second, you must have a craving for chocolate chip cookies. Third, if you have allergies, know that there's suddenly an urgent recall for a line of chocolate chip cookies that are widely available in Illinois due to a potentially life-threatening issue.
World of Outlaws Late Models Start Road to World Finals With Final Visit to Illinois, Iowa For 2024
HIGHLAND, IL (August 12, 2024) – The race towards the World of Outlaws CASE Construction Equipment Late Models championship marks a final trip to the Land of Lincoln and Hawkeye State in 2024. Visiting two states synonymous with dirt racing lore, the Series regulars will race four nights at...
Accident on US 41 between car and ambulance
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)— UPDATE: According to the Vigo County Sheriff’s Department, the wreck occurred around 7:30 a.m. Tuesday morning. The ambulance was from Parke County and was traveling southbound on U.S. Highway 41 near Head Avenue with its lights and siren activated. According to Chief Deputy Steve Meng, the ambulance was approaching a southbound […]
Childcare Research Committee Holds Meeting Monday
The Childcare Research Committee held their regular meeting Monday and helped newly appointed County Board member Mike Buzzard get acclimated to his new role on the various committees that were formerly held by Elizabeth Huston, who resigned a few weeks ago. The Committee announced that while they have no new...
Danville church sends students back to school in style
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — The first day back at school will be coming with an extra bit of style, thanks to a Danville community church. As part of their annual giveaway, Mosaic City Church had local barbers at the Palmer Arena to give kids of all ages free haircuts. The church was also handing out […]
September's Lake Decatur boat race cancelled
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) — The city of Decatur announced that boat racing will not be returning to Lake Decatur this September. The decision came after a successful return of boat racing to the lake this past June when thousands flocked to Nelson Park and the shoreline of Lake Decatur for Hardy’s Highway: Race for the Lake.
Law allows liquor inside Treasurer's downtown Springfield office for receptions
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) — People will soon be able to enjoy liquor inside an iconic building in downtown Springfield. A new state law has allowed Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs to have liquor delivered, sold, and dispensed at his office in the former Marine Bank Building across from the Old State Capitol.
Man arrested for driving while intoxicated
BEDFORD – On Saturday, August 10, at 3:22 p.m., Bedford Police Department Officer Landon Jones was requested to respond to Mitchell and SandPit Roads following a report of a male driving in a dark-colored Honda Accord swerving all over the road. The caller was able to get the license plate.
Groundbreaking Held For Sullivan Housing Development
Sullivan, In. – Monday morning a groundbreaking was held for The Wabash Project, a new housing project in the city of Sullivan. The development is a part of Thrive West Central’s Home for the Future Program. The plan is for 9 single-family homes to be built in downtown Sullivan. The homes will be 1,200 to 1,500 square feet. There will be single- and two-story homes in the project. Officials say they hope to have construction completed by September of next year.
What The? Farmer’s Almanac Already Predicting Snow for Illinois?
Hold on a second. I need to catch my breath from laughing (or was that crying?) after I just saw that Farmer's Almanac is predicting snow for Illinois. Yes, I checked. It's still August. What the?. I'm pretty sure that I'm not hallucinating. As a matter of fact, you can...
2 Popular Illinois Christmas Events Have Been Canceled For 2024
Some families in Illinois will be disappointed this Christmas because a pair of their annual traditions have been canceled for 2024. The majority of people who live in Illinois usually have holiday traditions with family and friends. It's something they do every year and of course, they look forward to it too. I would consider it an important part of their Christmas.
Local schools prepare for new Illinois drug education requirements
VIENNA, Ill. — It's now the law in Illinois that all schools must teach students about the dangers of fentanyl. Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed House Bill 4219 on Friday. Along with teaching about fentanyl, it also requires that students in grades nine through 12 be assessed on their drug education.
Food Truck Experts Claim This is By Far the Best One in Illinois
The world needs more food trucks. Illinois is fortunate to already have some great ones, but there is one that apparently rises above the rest according to food truck experts. It looks like this is a brand new ranking just shared this month by Best Food Trucks. They list what they believe are the 10 best food trucks in Illinois and this is the one that they have at #1. They specialize in this delicious food called arepas.
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