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Saving new moms from the surprising leading cause of maternal death
Black women are at a higher risk of postpartum mental health disorders, with substance use disorder and suicide being the leading causes of pregnancy-related deaths, and there are numerous resources available in Illinois to help new mothers receive the care they need.
Plainfield-Oswego Rep. Benton files prescription drug rebate bill for next General Assembly session
Plainfield-Oswego Democratic State Representative Harry Benton is staying busy during the current legislative recess, including filing a bill regarding saving on prescription drug costs for consumers. House Bill 5865 was filed with the clerk of the General Assembly on Friday, July 19. Benton said the goal of the bill is...
Hotel coming to site of old VCSC building
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Plans to tear down the old Vigo County School Corporation building have been announced. The building at Seventh and Wabash has been vacant for several years since it was acquired by Terre Haute’s redevelopment department back in 2021. While the timing of the demolition is unknown, it has been decided that the site will be used to build another hotel. Redevelopment department director Jordan Marvel says Terre Haute hotels are constantly near capacity.
Braun introduces property tax plan
INDIANAPOLIS (NETWORK INDIANA) — Property tax increases have been something Hoosiers have been dealing with for the last couple of years. Some Hoosiers, especially senior citizens who are retired, have been priced out of their homes due to massive increases based on the latest appraisals of their property by the state.
The House on Garling is nearly done — again
The first thing to know about the house at 1905 Garling Drive in Bloomington is that you cannot miss it. Tucked within a nondescript neighborhood of mid-century ranch homes is the house Tom Kirk built. Several years ago, Kirk, the former co-owner of Henson Disposal, started adding scrap metal sculptures to his home and yard.
Here are some of the new businesses coming to Mahomet this year
MAHOMET, Ill. (WCIA) — One Champaign County village continues to grow economically. Mahomet is welcoming new local businesses and some chain franchises as early as next month. The village has been working to attract more business, and with more than four new ones coming by the end of October, officials say the goal is to […]
State approves Hamilton County’s first DORA ordinance in Noblesville
NOBLESVILLE, Ind. (WISH) — On Thursday, The City of Noblesville announced that the Indiana Alcohol and Tobacco Commission approved an ordinance to establish a Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area downtown. DORA will allow alcohol in designated areas of downtown Noblesville. According to a release, in April, the Noblesville Common Council approved the ordinance unanimously. Community members […]
When 2 Illinois Men Got Lost in the Woods – Something Found Them
It was supposed to be a date with two girls they had met, but for two Illinois men it became something completely different and terrifying. After they became lost in the woods trying to locate the home of the ladies, something found them, but it wasn't what they were hoping for.
Illinois To Host World’s Largest Karaoke Party
If you like to sing in front of a crowd, then this party in Illinois is perfect for you. World's Largest Karaoke Party At Illinois Concert Venue. Even though I don't do it very often, I enjoy doing some karaoke. The first time I ever did it was in Rockford at the original JMK location at Mulford and Spring Creek. I did "Born To Be Wild." Nowadays, my go-to tune is "Don't Stop Believin'"
Ascension selling 9 Illinois hospitals to California-based Prime Healthcare
Ascension is selling nine of its Illinois hospitals — more than half of its hospitals in the state — to a large, California-based health system, it announced Thursday. Ascension plans to sell the hospitals, along with four of its post-acute and senior living facilities, to Prime Healthcare. Neither Prime nor Ascension disclosed the sale price Thursday. The hospitals slated to be sold to Prime ...
Road diet coming to Willow street
Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) officials heard public comment on a proposed road diet for State Road 441 in Vincennes on Thursday. Several turned out to hear the plan and voice concerns. A road diet typically involves converting an existing four-lane undivided roadway to a three-lane roadway consisting of two...
“WHAT’S HAPPENING” THIS WEEKEND
(OLNEY) The Olney VFW will have its next Queen of Hearts drawing, all open to the public, at 4:00 this Sunday afternoon. The jackpot is now up to $6,721 if the winner is present and remember, the drawing is live-streamed on the VFW Post page on Facebook. Tickets are on sale right up until draw time at 4:00 Sunday, with the VFW Post doors opening at 1:00.
WINTERROWD LODGE #664 GOLF TOURNAMENT NEXT WEEKEND
(OLNEY) The Winterrowd Lodge #664 Open Golf Tournament is set for Saturday, August 3rd, at the Richland Golf Club in Olney with an 8:00 tee time that morning and a limit of 25 teams to take part. It’s a shotgun start for the handicapped scramble event with the entry fee at $80 per person, including green fees and golf carts furnished, plus food from 9:00 to 1:00, refreshments at the Pro Shop and on the course, and various door prizes. For more details or to sign up, call the Richland Golf Club at 618-395-1661 as soon as possible.
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