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Voting Opens June 4 for the 2025 Best of Western Illinois Awards

Voting Opens June 4 for the 2025 Best of Western Illinois Awards MACOMB, IL — May 22, 2025 — Regional Media News is excited to announce that voting for the 2025 Best of Western Illinois Awards will commence on Wednesday, June 4, at 12:00 PM ...
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Illinois Reminds Employers of Teen Labor Laws and Protections

The Illinois Department of Labor is issuing a reminder about regulations surrounding teen employment this summer. For those under 16, an employment certificate is a must, and they’re barred from working in hazardous jobs or during certain hours of the day. Employers are required ...
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Stay Safe on Illinois Waters: Boating Safety Tips and Regulations

Illinois authorities are sounding the alarm after 63 boating accidents and 15 fatalities were reported in 2024. The Department of Natural Resources and Conservation Police is emphasizing the importance of life jackets and sober boating. Free safety courses are offered throughout the state to ...
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Illinois Department of Revenue Makes History with Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health

The Illinois Department of Revenue has made state history by earning the 2025 Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health, a recognition from Mental Health America. This award signifies the first time any Illinois state government agency has received this honor. To achieve Gold status, ...
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Lawmakers Criticized Over Enforcement of Pretrial Conditions in Child Pornography Case

A 37-year-old Woodford County man faces 21 counts of possessing child pornography following an extensive investigation and a search of his home. After the state’s attorney requested to deny pre-trial release, a judge, citing the Pretrial Fairness Act, ruled the defendant could not be ...
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Illinois Family Reunited with WWII Hero’s Purple Heart Through State Initiative

Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs has reunited a cherished piece of history with the family of late World War II Army Corporal Henry Van Der Noord from Lansing. Through Operation Purple Heart, Frerichs presented the corporal’s Purple Heart medal, marking the thirteenth successful return ...
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Illinois Hunters Set New Record with Over 18,000 Wild Turkeys Harvested

Illinois hunters are celebrating a new milestone this turkey season, with a record 18,189 wild turkeys harvested across the state. That number surpasses last year’s tally by nearly a thousand birds. The top five counties—Jo Daviess, Jefferson, Pike, Marion, and Pope—all contributed significantly to ...
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Illinois Faces Population Decline as Young Adults and Families Flee

Illinois continues to see a troubling trend: a significant population decline, especially among young adults and families. Since April 2020, the state’s population under 18 has dropped by 6.1%, outpacing the national decline. Wealthy millennials and young professionals are also leaving, citing difficult public ...
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Join Senator Neil Andersons 2025 Summer Reading Challenge for Students

State Senator Neil Anderson is encouraging students to keep their minds active this summer with his 2025 Summer Reading Program. Open now through August 1, 2025, the initiative invites students entering 1st through 12th grade to read eight books of their choosing—from graphic novels ...
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Tornado Watch Alert for Multiple Counties in Our Area

May 20, 2025, at 1:45 PM: A tornado watch has been issued for most of our listening area until 8 PM, including Henry, Bureau, Stark, Knox, Putnam, McDonough, and Warren counties. Stay alert for changing weather conditions and have multiple options to receive severe ...
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Carthage Families Invited to Summer Fun and Learning with Memorial Hospital Programs

Families in Carthage have new options for summer fun and learning as Memorial Hospital Health and Wellness Center announces a lineup of seasonal programs. Children can sharpen their kitchen skills in cooking camps or dive into the world of nutrition with engaging food science ...
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PREP & GO Meal Workshop for Nutritious Cooking Fun at Memorial Hospital & Wellness Center

Memorial Hospital’s Health & Wellness Center is bringing back its PREP & GO Meal Workshop on Thursday, June 19, 2025, from 10 to 11 AM. Participants can look forward to preparing five nutritious meals—including Chicken Drumsticks with Veggies, Mini Meatloaf, Fajitas, Chicken Sausage & ...
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