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Monday, December 25, 2023
Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas to all who celebrate. Wishing you and your family a joyous day!


Saturday, December 23, 2023
Christmas Movies Filmed or Set in Illinois

The windy city of Chicago is famous for its sports teams, world-class museums, and vast array of shopping choices. The city remains a popular tourist destination. However, Chicago is also…


Friday, December 22, 2023
327 New Laws Take Effect January 1, 2024

With 327 new laws scheduled to take effect on New Year’s Day. State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) is making the public aware of several new laws of interest set to…


Thursday, December 21, 2023
Back to Business Grants

Relief for small businesses opened during the pandemic is now available. Visit www.b2bnewbiz.com to learn more and apply by January 11.


Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Planning underway for America’s 250th Birthday

In less than three years, the United States will commemorate its 250th birthday, or Semiquincentennial, celebration. The Declaration of Independence was signed on July 4, 1776, with the nation’s 250th birthday…


Tuesday, December 19, 2023
Illinois Communities show off their Holiday Spirit

As the holiday season begins to unfold, towns and communities across the state compete to put on the best holiday celebrations. Cities and towns fully embrace the Christmas season and…


Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Happy Birthday, U.S. National Guard!

Happy birthday to the U.S. National Guard! Established in 1636, the National Guard is the oldest military organization in the United States. Thank you to all of the men and women…


Tuesday, December 12, 2023
Two CO2 Pipeline Projects Off After Local Opposition; Eminent Domain Concerns Remain

Carbon dioxide (CO2) pipelines are essential components of carbon capture and storage systems which are proposed to reduce atmospheric emissions of man-made CO2, which is a greenhouse gas. Approximately 5,000…


Monday, December 11, 2023
Week in Review: Immigration, gun ban, energy assistance & more

IMMIGRATION Thousands of migrants crowd into Chicago without shelter as winter approaches. No plans existed for the more than 25,000 migrants now in the Chicago area who do not have permanent…


Friday, December 8, 2023
Cost of Living in Illinois

We can lower the cost of living for ALL Illinoisans by reducing taxes in our state and providing much-needed relief for the families and job creators who call the Prairie…