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Report: Housing is less affordable due to red tape in Illinois
(The Center Square) – A new report found that Illinois had the third-worst rate in the nation for building new housing units in 2023, with the main culprit being over regulation. Illinois Policy Institute found that government regulations account for nearly $70,000 of the $292,000 median home price in the state. Researcher Ravi Mishra said that is preventing new housing construction and aggravating a housing shortage, leading to higher prices...
Congresswoman Budzinski opens small business training lecture at CAP 1908
Late Monday morning, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski of Illinois’s 13th congressional district opened for a small business training lecture dedicated to empowering Springfield’s Black community, kicking off a packed day of activities for the congresswoman which concluded with a tour of Black-owned businesses across Springfield. The training course was...
Appellate attorneys for state argue circumstantial evidence ‘overwhelms’ any potential errors in Bliefnick case
QUINCY — The appellate attorneys for the people of the state of Illinois in the appeal case for convicted murderer Tim Bliefnick have filed a response brief in the Office of State Appellate Defender, Fourth District, arguing that a new trial is unnecessary. The 36-page brief was prepared by...
Two Mt. Vernon residents arrested Monday on gun and drug charges
MT. VERNON, IL — Two Mt. Vernon residents were arrested just after 7 Monday morning on gun and drug charges. Members of the Mt. Vernon Police Department / Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Joint Narcotics Unit assisted the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force at a home on E. Saddle Club Road in Belle Rive (18526 E. Saddle Club Rd) with the execution of arrest warrants for the primary residents, 45-year-old Darren D. Edmison and 36-year-old Amber M. McCowen. The warrants were for prior Jefferson County Controlled Substance Trafficking charges. During service of the warrants, evidence of criminal activity was observed inside the home.
Withers Broadcasting Pooch Parade Coming to Thursday Night Live at Cedarhurst Center for The Arts
MT. VERNON, IL — Withers Broadcasting has teamed up with Cedarhurst Center for The Arts to bring a Pooch Parade to Thursday Night Live. Courtney Kabat with Cedarhurst. Thursday Night Live takes place every week through Labor Day at Cedarhurst in Mt. Vernon starting at 5pm. You can find more details at Cedarhurst.org or listen to the full conversation with Kabat via the WMIX Podcast link at wmix94.com.
Southern Illinois Made Expo This Weekend in Marion
MARION – The Southern Illinois Made Expo happens this weekend at The Pavilion in Marion. The annual event, organized by State Sen. Dale Fowler and Southern Illinois Chambers of Commerce, showcases innovative products, unique creations and tasty treats made by Southern Illinois artists, designers and manufacturers and the beauty of destinations in our area.
Approvals and More for McLeansboro City Council
The McLeansboro City Council met for about 45 minutes Tuesday night. Scott Mareing was there and has this report…. Chris Howten of the Hamilton County Economic Development Commission spoke to the board concerning them and the city and county’s efforts to bring retail businesses to the county. The parties have been meeting for the past few months and it was decided that there will be another meeting on August 6th.
Residents Impacted by Tuesday’s Storms, Flooding Encouraged to Contact UWSCI for Assistance
MT. VERNON – The United Way of South Central Illinois says with Tuesday’s area storm and flood damage, many residents in their service area are in urgent need of assistance. To ensure that everyone affected receives the help they need, UWSCI is encouraging those impacted to contact 211...
NubAbility's Sports Camp for limb-different kids returns for its 12th year
DUQUOIN, IL — NubAbility Athletics Foundation's four-day All Sports Camp is returning to Du Quoin for its twelfth year. From July 18 to July 21, the All Sports Camp will match youth athletes with coaches who have similar physical differences for instruction in 19 mainstream organized sports. The camp...
DIMAGGIOS PIZZA IN FAIRFIELD OPENING A LOCATION IN FLORA
Monday, Joe and Jennifer DiMaggio of Fairfield revealed their plans to broaden their pizza business by opening a new location in Flora. The couple is currently in the midst of renovating the previous Tammy Joe’s Meal House premises situated at 424 West North Avenue. The upcoming restaurant is expected to offer limited seating and a take-out service. As of now, specific details such as the opening date, operating hours, and menu items have not been disclosed.
Peoria High to be among the first schools in Illinois playing girls flag football
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD/WYZZ) — Peoria High is the oldest high school in Illinois but it will be one of the new kids on the block this fall. It will be among the first schools to field a girl’s flag football team competing in the Illinois High School Association’s newest sport. The IHSA is adding girls […]
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