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State: Job numbers go up, but once again, so does unemployment
The Illinois Department of Employment Security says federal data indicates the number of jobs available in most areas of the state continues to increase. But, the unemployment rate in those areas, and Galesburg, are also up. Preliminary data not seasonally adjusted, but released Thursday, indicates the Galesburg-area unemployment average went...
Major Downtown Peoria building sold to local developer with plan for offices, residences
Downtown Peoria's PNC Bank Building is being sold. Cullinan Properties told the Journal Star the company is purchasing the 250,000-square-foot building at 301 SW Adams Street and its adjoining 350-car parking deck. No sale price was immediately disclosed. The PNC Bank, which occupies the first floor of the building, and CliftonLarsonAllen, which occupies the...
Knox County real estate bills will soon be in the mail. Here is when they are due and how to pay
Knox County 2023 real estate bills are being mailed Friday, May 24. Knox County Treasurer, Robin E. Davis, reminds area residents to contact her office if they have not received their bill by June 15. Liability for payment cannot be waived per Illinois statutes. Installment due dates are July 9...
Yes, Illinois Really Was Clobbered by a 70 Million Ton Meteor
It is believed to have started its existence in an asteroid belt somewhere between Mars and Jupiter. Eventually, this 70 million ton meteor would put a huge hole in Illinois and may have even started the Ice Age. I found evidence of this incredible Illinois meteor impact while browsing through...
What is open and what is closed on Memorial Day?
The last Monday in May is traditionally Memorial Day, a time to honor fallen U.S. service members. It marks the unofficial start of summer and the cap of a three-day weekend. Here are some things you might need to know for the holiday. Is Memorial Day a federal holiday?. Yes,...
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