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Thousands in Illinois Have Itchy Bites from Nearly Invisible Pest
I am not a fan of the many cicadas and ticks you find in Illinois, but at least you can see those bugs. There's a nearly invisible one that is apparently responsible for thousands of people in Illinois who are saying they're experiencing super-itchy bites from a pest that you can almost never see.
Illinois’ $4K electric vehicle rebate returns in 2025
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WTVO) — Illinois will offer residents a $4,000 rebate on the purchase of an electric vehicle, beginning in 2025. The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency will also give a rebate of $1,500 off the purchase on an electric motorcycle. The Illinois General Assembly appropriated $14 million for the rebate program, which opens in mid-January, […]
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.
Obion County Fair Set To Begin Friday
Union City, Tenn.–The Obion County Fair is set to begin this weekend with the Carnival, Rodeo and other activities. All the Fair pageants will be held all day Saturday. Opening ceremonies are held Friday, August 16. Theme for the fair this year is “Our Freedom, Our Farms, Our Fair”. The Obion County Fair runs from August 16-24.
Illinois quick hits: Illinois unemployment rate rises to 5.2%
Illinois unemployment rate rises to 5.2% The Illinois Department of Employment Security announced Thursday that the state's unemployment rate increased to 5.2%, while nonfarm payrolls increased nearly 13,000 in July. The national unemployment rate was 4.3% in July, up from the previous month. Based on preliminary data provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the industry sectors with monthly payroll job declines included Manufacturing, Leisure and Hospitality, and Trade,...
3 Illinois dental schools secure funding
Three dental schools in Illinois earned endowments from the Illinois State Dental Society. Each of the three schools will receive $8,000 from the ISDS Foundation's dental education endowment fund. Here are the three schools and how they plan to use the additional funds:. UIC College of Dentistry (Chicago): Upgrade its...
Sportsbook reverses decision on surcharges for Illinois bettors
(The Center Square) – In the wake of tax hikes on sports betting apps in Illinois, one operator that announced surcharges to make up revenue is changing course. DraftKings announced last month it would add surcharges to high-tax states like Illinois, which just hiked taxes on sports books from 15% to as much as 40%. Now the company says for the time being, no surcharges will be imposed. “We always...
A Second Round of Potent Storms Possible
More storms are targeting central Illinois. A low-pressure system is marching across the region, and it already brought one round of hefty showers and storms on Thursday morning. Springfield got drenched with over 3/4" of rain, and Decatur picked up nearly an inch. Now central Illinois is in the warm...
Central Illinois Boat Races Return for Thrilling Summer Event This Labor Day Weekend
Central Illinois – The excitement is building as the highly anticipated boat races return to the Kankakee River for a thrilling summer event this Labor Day weekend, running from August 30 to September 1, 2024. This year’s regatta promises a weekend filled with high-speed action, live music, and a variety of activities suitable for the whole family.
WAYNE CITY BEAN DAYS TRACTOR SHOW SET FOR SEPTEMBER 28TH
With Wayne City Bean Days upcoming, the Bean Days Tractor Show is scheduled for Saturday, September 28th from 7am to 9am. Tractors entered into the contest will also be in the parade line-up beginning at 9:30am. The first 25 tractors will receive dash plaques. For more information, call Sue Meyers at 618-237-2212 or Rebecca at 618-838-3304.
Falcons Off And Flying After Opening Day Win
The South Central Falcons defeated Sandoval in their season opener 15-0 in 3 innings. Aidan Hoover had 2 hits and drove in 4 runs for SC. Guerretaz and Knutt added 3 RBI with Ben Skibinski adding 2 RBI. Guerretaz threw the 3 inning perfect game with 6 strikeouts and no walks. SC is at Cisne today.
South Central Hands Franklin Park First Softball Loss Of Young Season…Both Teams Play Again Today
The South Central Lady Falcons (3-1) traveled to Salem and handed Franklin Park their first loss of the young season with a 9-3 victory. The Lady Falcons outhit Salem 11-4 and the Lady Bobcats committed 6 errors. For SC, Annie Ruholl was the winning pitcher going the distance striking out 7. She also drove in 3 runs at the plate. Kyndl Bolen doubled going 3-5 with an RBI and Rylan Williams had 2 hits and 2 RBI. For Salem, Adysen Pracht had 2 RBI and Maci Susmena and Kenna Benjamin had 2 hits a piece. Pracht worked 5.1 innings in the circle. The Lady Bobcats are at Woodlawn this afternoon.
Illinois fugitive arrested in connection with 2 stabbings in Ashland
ASHLAND, Ky. (WSAZ) - A man wanted in connection with two stabbing incidents in Ashland, including one from Wednesday, has been arrested, the Ashland Police Department said Thursday. Police say William Simmons, who’s in his early 30s, was a fugitive from justice from Illinois. He hade been sighted a few...
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