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Illinois State Fair Honors Veterans and Gold Star Families with Special Celebration at Illinois State Fair on August 10, 2025

Veterans and Gold Star families are being honored at a special celebration during the Illinois State Fair in Springfield on August 10th. The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs, in collaboration with the State Fair, will host the tribute, highlighting ...
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Illinois Implements New Law for Mandatory Student Mental Health Screenings

Illinois is taking a major step to address youth mental health with a new law, Senate Bill 1560, championed by State Senator Sara Feigenholtz. The law mandates universal mental health screenings for students in grades three through twelve once ...
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Illinois Halts Gray Fox Hunting to Protect Declining Population

Illinois wildlife officials have announced an indefinite suspension of hunting and trapping seasons for gray fox. This decision follows a steady drop in the gray fox population, as indicated by recent surveys conducted over the past ten years. The ...
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Celebrate 100 Years of Illinois State Parks with Limited-Edition Poster Series

The Illinois Conservation Foundation is marking a major milestone with a new limited-edition poster series highlighting a century of state parks. Featuring acclaimed sites such as Starved Rock and Giant City, the collection celebrates 100 years of natural beauty ...
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Illinois Launches Endowment Fund to Protect and Enhance State Parks

The Illinois Conservation Foundation, in partnership with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, has announced a dedicated endowment fund aimed at safeguarding state parks. This initiative promises to bolster park infrastructure, enhance accessibility, and promote ongoing conservation efforts. Notably, ...
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Illinois Launches Therapy Dog Certification Program for Law Enforcement

Illinois will soon see a new certification program for law enforcement therapy dog teams, as authorized by Senate Bill 1491. Signed into law, the bill directs the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board to develop a program designed ...
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Illinois Boosts Library Safety with New Bipartisan Legislation

Illinois libraries are set to see enhanced safety after new bipartisan legislation was signed into law. Crafted by Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias, the measure enables his office to provide funds specifically for increasing security in public, school, and ...
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Join the Fun at the 2nd Annual Children’s Safety Expo in Kewanee on August 16, 2025

Local families are invited to the 2nd Annual Children’s Safety Expo hosted by State Senator Neil Anderson and Representative Travis Weaver on Saturday, August 16th, at Blackhawk College Educational Center in Kewanee. From 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, over ...
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NOAA to Hire 450 Meteorologists and Technicians to Address Staffing Shortages

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) plans to hire 450 meteorologists, hydrologists, and radar technicians nationwide, addressing long-standing staffing shortages at National Weather Service offices. Advocates, including Congressmen Eric Sorensen of Illinois and Mike Flood of Nebraska, view ...
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Stop and See Sean Kernan and Tom Katz at The Back Road Music Festival until 3 PM Today

Country music fans are flocking to Galva today for The Back Road Music Festival, with Sean Kernan and Tom Katz broadcasting live on Hog County 102.5 until 3 PM. Stop by their tent for a chance to pick up ...
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Friends of Woodland Palace Raising Funds for Restoration of Fred’s House in Francis Park

Support is rallying for the restoration of the Woodland Palace in Francis Park, a treasured landmark. The “Friends of Woodland Palace” invite community members to contribute to much-needed repairs. A $15 donation earns supporters the choice of a commemorative ...
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Darian Snyder Named July 2025 Achiever of the Month at Abilities Plus

Darian Snyder has earned the title of Achiever of the Month for July at Abilities Plus. With two years at the agency, Darian has become a familiar and uplifting presence, greeting everyone who visits the Community Day Services area ...
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