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DNC notebook: Moore takes a (hot dog) stand, Warnock recalls his Baltimore days
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore and Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker engage in a different type of dog fight, and Sen. Raphael Warnock shows off his Baltimore bona fides in a speech to the Maryland delegation at the DNC.
Danville Police Department Announces Training Institute Graduates
THE FOLLOWING IS A DANVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT RELEASE. “Congratulations to Danville Police Department Probationary Officers Brody Yates, Trevor Snider, and Roman Wagner! The officers graduated from the University of Illinois Police Training Institute yesterday following a strenuous 16-week Basic Law Enforcement curriculum. Officer Roman Wagner was also the recipient of the Director’s Physical Fitness Award. Great job!
Union leaders push for sports stadium funding from taxpayers
(The Center Square) – Union leaders in Illinois are suggesting that they’ll push Gov. J.B. Pritzker for taxpayer funding of new professional sports stadiums in Chicago. The Illinois General Assembly did not approve spending on proposed Chicago sports facilities this year, but at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago this week, AFL-CIO President Tim Drea said Pritzker is not necessarily against stadium funding. “He hasn’t said no, he hasn’t necessarily,...
Scott Beck Named American Seed Trade Assn. Central Regional VP
Scott Beck, president of Beck’s Hybrids based in Atlanta, Indiana, was recently elected as central regional vice president of the American Seed Trade Association (ASTA). He’ll represent Indiana, Illinois, Ohio, Michigan, and Wisconsin during his three-year term. “This role offers an incredible opportunity to represent and advocate for...
Big Change Coming to 108 Illinois Target Stores to Stop Theft
If you have worked any length of time in retail, you know theft is one of the biggest dangers to survival of a business. Target knows this and has announced a big change that will likely affect all 108 stores in Illinois if it hasn't already. Yahoo Finance just shared...
Illinois’ top legal officer is using Kendrick Lamar’s 'Not Like Us' for political metaphors
Kendrick Lamar’s hit single “Not Like Us” is a diss toward fellow rap star Drake and his inner circle. But one Illinois politician is taking the song to a whole new civic level — using the phrase to try to highlight the contrast between Democrats and Republicans.
New Guitar Player Learns for Praise Team
OAKWOOD — Thirty-three-year-old Alex Cundiff had never picked up an instrument before May 2023. However, his grandpa played guitar while his grandma plays piano and other instruments. “So, I’ve always been watching grandpa play,” Cundiff said. “The beginning of 2023, I started singing more with the worship team at...
Illinois Peeps, These $10 Bills Could Be Worth More Than Just Face Value
Just when you thought $10 was only $10. Now, whenever you get one, you'll need to look closer. Believe it or not, that seemingly ordinary $10 bill could hold a value of over $100K. It's a fascinating world of currency we're about to delve into. The U.S. Federal Reserve says...
St. Joseph-Ogden aiming to keep successful tradition intact
Aug. 23—ST. JOSEPH — With a fall-like breeze permeating through the partly cloudy sky on a mid-August afternoon, Dalton Walsh yelled out the latest play call. A Marvel superhero's name emerged from the mouth of the energetic and intense St. Joseph-Ogden offensive coordinator during the final few minutes of Tuesday's football practice for the Spartans. Creative, for sure. Different, for sure. ...
Champaign's newest crave: Crumbl Cookies location open for business
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) — Popular bake shop Crumbl Cookies has opened in Champaign. The Champaign County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting at the new location at 2005 S Neil St. on Friday. The chain first opened in Utah, but now has over 1,000 stores in all 50 states...
Ogden Festival to take place Saturday
Kelly Cooper wants residents of Ogden to know that their town’s festival is bigger and better than ever. “I would hope that people would expect to have a fun filled day and enjoy their time in our little town,” Cooper said. The event will take place Saturday from...
Oliver Anthony Goes Off-Roading in Indiana Before Concert
Country/folk singer-songwriter Oliver Anthony was all smiles after having some fun at an Indiana off-road park ahead his concert in Indianapolis. When I first ran across Oliver Anthony Music on TikTok, I was immediately intrigued. I've been listening to his music since the beginning, and I've enjoyed every tune that he's thrown at fans. Most recently, the artist was spotted hanging out in Indiana at an off-road park before a concert at White River State Park in Indianapolis. The singer-songwriter looked like he was having a fantastic time and took to social media to capture the moment.
City of Danville buys old National Bank, plans to move city hall there
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — The City of Danville is making strides in addressing its downtown area by buying the old National Bank building. Danville City Council voted unanimously to approve the purchase at their meeting Tuesday night. The City said the decision aligns with the plans for downtown redevelopment. It also involves moving City Hall […]
Champaign Co. Sheriff responds to crash after car drives through cornfield
CHAMPAIGN COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — Champaign County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a single-vehicle crash after it left the roadway and traveled 2/3 of a mile through a cornfield overnight. Around 2:17 a.m., deputies were dispatched to the area of 1200 E and 2100 N in Hensley Township. According to a release from Sheriff Dustin Heuerman, […]
DACC Ready for First Volleyball Season in 11 Years
DANVILLE — Nikita Taylor was already interested in attending Danville Area Community College as she finished high school. Especially so when she heard the school’s volleyball program would return after a decade-plus of dormancy. So the stakes were a little higher when her Oakwood team faced off against...
Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Physician Group, Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center receive 7th Magnet with Distinction Recognition nationally
URBANA, Ill. — Carle Health on Aug. 19 became only the seventh healthcare organization nationwide to receive – with Distinction – the nation’s highest honor for nursing and organizational excellence. Carle Foundation Hospital (CFH) in Urbana, Carle Physician Group (CPG) offices throughout the area and Carle...
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