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Taylorville Kiwanis Hear From THS Athletic Director at Weekly Meeting
The Taylorville Kiwanis Club heard from the Athletic Director at Taylorville High School, at its Tuesday meeting at the Taylorville Moose Lodge. Jason Hadley, a T-H-S grad, became Athletic Director in 2020 after previous positions in education. He is responsible for scheduling games and matches for 19 different high school sports. Hadley added that fall sports are underway including football, volleyball, cross country, boys and girls golf, boys soccer, girls tennis, cheer, dance, and band.
Judge denies pretrial release for former deputy charged in Sonya Massey killing
A former Sangamon County Sheriff’s deputy, who was charged with murder in the fatal shooting of 36-year-old Sonya Massey, will remain jailed after appearing again in court on Monday. It was early in July when Sean Grayson responded to Massey’s home.
Olejnik earns distinction to move women's health care forward
Jeffrey Olejnik, MD, has successfully earned The Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP) designation. This prestigious certification reflects a commitment to providing exceptional care to women during the menopause transition and beyond. Only four providers within a 50-mile radius of Springfield hold this distinction. Those who attain the MSCP certification are...
Fishing has No Boundaries is looking for volunteers for their September event
Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Mary Ann Gebauer talks with Joey McLaughlin on the WTAX Morning NewsWatch about the Fishing Has No Boundaries event coming up September 21st, and the need for volunteers and boats for the event. The organization takes people with disabilities fishing on Lake Springfield for the day-long event.
Free Museum Days In Illinois During September
If you're looking for some family fun but are on a tight budget, there are opportunities available for free days at some Illinois museums. During September Some Illinois Museums Offer Free Days. I was pretty lucky growing up. My parents liked to do activities as a family so I got...
EV Manufacturer Ymer Technology Announces Opening of U.S. Headquarters in Illinois
BUFFALO GROVE - Ymer Technology, a manufacturer of electric vehicle (EV) components for the heavy equipment industry, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), Lake County Partners, and the Village of Buffalo Grove, announced the grand opening of its new U.S. headquarters in Buffalo Grove. The company’s $5.7 million investment, bolstered by a Reimagining Energy and Vehicles in Illinois (REV Illinois) agreement, will enable Ymer Technology to produce cooling technology and thermal management systems for EVs while supporting Illinois’ clean energy economy.
Celebrity Singer’s Semi-Truck Crashes Into Illinois Bridge
A semi-truck carrying equipment for a big summer concert tour got stuck under a bridge in Illinois. The Show Must Go On After Concert Tour Truck Gets Stuck Under Illinois Bridge. Being on the road as a famous musician is not an easy job. The bigger the artist, then the...
Organized retail crime costs Illinois retailers, consumers, taxpayers
(The Center Square) – Illinois retailers, consumers and taxpayers are all paying a price for organized retail crime. Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul told The Center Square that organized retail crime involves much more than just smash-and-grab incidents. “It’s rail theft. It’s theft from warehouses, theft from big box stores, the Home Depots, the Walmarts and so forth. It’s not just in urban areas. It’s throughout the state,” Raoul said. ...
High Arsenic Levels: Walmart Recalls Apple Juice Sold In Illinois
Just think about all the different food product recalls we've been hearing about and dealing with over the last few months alone. We've been warned of the dangers of a certain brand of deli meat being possible contaminated with listeria. The recall involving those meat products covered over 7 million pounds of various meats that were produced at a single location. Several deaths have potentially resulted from ingestion of the recalled products.
Northern Illinois Residents Alerted to Severe Thunderstorm Risk: Stay Indoors This Afternoon
Rockford, IL – Northern Illinois, including Rockford and Woodstock, is under a severe thunderstorm watch until 4 p.m. this afternoon. The National Weather Service (NWS) warns of possible strong storms developing over the area, capable of producing damaging winds up to 70 mph and hail up to 1.5 inches in diameter.
Roti becomes the latest fast casual brand to file for Chapter 11
Roti, a fast casual brand operating in Illinois, Minnesota and the Washington, D.C., area, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protections, according to court documents filed last week. The brand, which has 19 stores according to a court filing, saw its unit count drop from a pre-pandemic high of 42...
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