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Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Amelia Earhart Day…She Visited an Illinois Airport!

Did you know that Amelia Earhart visited the Springfield Municipal Airport in October 1934? On Amelia Earhart Day we remember the incredible achievements of this pioneer in aviation. — Photo:…


Friday, July 19, 2024
Tech Outage: What You Should Know

A widespread technology outage this morning impacted a number of services in Illinois and around the world. Here’s what you should know. https://www.nprillinois.org/2024-07-19/widespread-technology-outage-disrupts-flights-and-banking-around-the-world


Wednesday, July 17, 2024
“Dog” Day of Summer

Happy National Hot Dog Day! No matter how you prepare them, hot dogs are a summer food staple. Be sure to enjoy a hot dog today to celebrate. 🌭


Tuesday, July 16, 2024
Renewing Your Professional License? Don’t Wait!

The Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation (IDFPR) is reminding individuals with certain professional licenses currently up for renewal to start the renewal process before their license expires. Several…


Monday, July 15, 2024
Limiting Students’ Cell Phone Use at School

Some Illinois schools are trying to limit children’s cell phone use in classrooms. What do you think about the policy? https://www.wbez.org/education/2024/07/15/schools-are-taking-stricter-measures-to-limit-cell-phone-use-in-class-will-they-work


Wednesday, July 10, 2024
Beardstown DMV Changes Coming

Changes and improvements are coming to the Secretary of State’s Drivers Services Facility in Beardstown, including a temporary relocation while renovations are underway,


Tuesday, July 9, 2024
Thanks to the Cows!

Happy National Cow Appreciation Day! Whether it be providing us with dairy or beef products, cows are an important part of our food supply. 


Monday, July 8, 2024
Change Coming for Turkey Hunters

Beginning next year, .410 shot shells will be added to the acceptable sizes of turkey shot already accepted by the state. https://www.advantagenews.com/news/local/new-illinois-law-sets-shells-for-turkey-hunting/article_feed41d0-3981-11ef-8c0f-83687bf97471.html


Sunday, July 7, 2024
Farmers Market Coupon Books Available for Income-Eligible Seniors

Farmers Market season is here! The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP), administered jointly by the Illinois Department on Aging and Illinois Department of Human Services, offers income-eligible older adults…


Saturday, July 6, 2024
Happy Birthday to our State Flag!

On this day in 1915, Illinois adopted its first official state flag! https://www.thecaucusblog.com/2019/08/the-flag.html