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Friday, January 12, 2024
Save Energy (and Money) This Cold Weather Season

The near-or-below zero temperatures are coming next week. You can increase the energy efficiency of your home and help save money on heating bills this winter by following these simple…


Thursday, January 11, 2024
Winter Driving: Know Before You Go!

More winter weather is on the way followed by frigid temperatures. Stay in the know before you go! Visit gettingaroundillinois.com to see winter road conditions across the state. https://www.facebook.com/IllinoisDepartmentofTransportation/posts/pfbid0pj7BSafmgRTMzxQYsf7MazbsgH722zEeQfZ8j4FXsFQKqa8F488sdzAQcnGtZqSAl


Wednesday, January 10, 2024
Gun Owners Registering Now-Banned Firearms Remains in the Single Digits

While the January 1 deadline for Illinois gun owners to register now-banned firearms has come and gone, reports still have compliance in the single digits. You can read more here.


Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Back the Badge-Thank Law Enforcement

Today is Law Enforcement Appreciation Day! Thank you to everyone who wears the badge or works in a law enforcement agency keeping us safe! You can read a bit more…


Monday, January 8, 2024
Agriculture Scholarships Available-Deadline to Apply is Approaching

Scholarship alert- Scholarships are available for students hoping to pursue careers in agriculture! Online applications for Illinois Agricultural Association (IAA) Foundation scholarships are due by February 15. https://www.wifr.com/2024/01/05/iaa-foundation-offers-scholarships-2024-2025-school-year/


Tuesday, January 2, 2024
Real ID Update

Current Illinois driver’s licenses or ID cards will continue to be accepted at airports, military bases and secure federal facilities until May 7, 2025.https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/will-you-need-an-illinois-real-id-in-2024-what-to-know-about-the-new-id-card/3315049/


Monday, January 1, 2024
Happy New Year!

Wishing your family health, happiness, and prosperity in 2024!


Sunday, December 31, 2023
Celebrate Responsibly!

Have a wonderful and safe New Years Eve. Please celebrate responsibly!


Thursday, December 28, 2023
I Pledge Allegiance to the Flag…

Today is Pledge of Allegiance Day, commemorating the day that our pledge was adopted by Congress in 1945. First published in 1892, our pledge honors our nation’s values of freedom…


Monday, December 25, 2023
Merry Christmas!

Wishing you peace, joy, and hope this Christmas Day!