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Wednesday, June 21, 2023
Pritzker’s Administration Will Close Enrollment for State-Funded Health Insurance for Immigrants

On Friday, Governor JB Pritzker acted to restrict a medicaid-style program to provide health coverage to undocumented immigrants. The program was initially created in 2020 to cover those immigrants 65…


Tuesday, June 20, 2023
National American Eagle Day

“Each year on June 20th, National American Eagle Day honors our national symbol, raising awareness for protecting the Bald Eagle. The day also encourages the recovery of their natural environments…


Monday, June 19, 2023
Representative Caulkins & Halbrook Host Mt. Zion Town Hall

Join State Representatives Dan Caulkins and Brad Halbrook for an End of Session Town Hall meeting on Thursday, June 22 in Mt. Zion.


Friday, June 16, 2023
Free Fishing in Illinois June 16-June 19

From June 16-19, residents are able to fish in Illinois lakes and waterways without purchasing a fishing license, salmon or trout stamp, just in time for the Father’s Day holiday. For…


Thursday, June 15, 2023
With a wink and a nod, governor gets unfettered powers

One way for lawmakers to get what they want without having to be responsible to voters is to abdicate their Constitutional authority to the governor. What a great scheme: Give…


Tuesday, June 13, 2023
Biometric lawsuit abuse not going away soon

Biometrics is a term you may have seen, but what does it mean? Biometrics are measurements related to a person’s unique physical characteristics, including but not limited to fingerprints, palmprints,…


Monday, June 12, 2023
Men’s Health Week

Men’s Health Week is a global initiative to raise awareness of preventable health problems and encourage men and boys to live healthier lives. Here are a few simple tips to…


Sunday, June 11, 2023
National Corn on the Cob Day

Celebrating Illinois’ official state vegetable, Sweet Corn, today for National Corn on the Cob Day! How do you like your corn on the cob?


Saturday, June 10, 2023
Dairy Month

This month we celebrate all things dairy in Illinois, like milk, cheese, ice cream, yogurt and more! What’s your favorite dairy-based treat? #DairyMonth https://www.farmprogress.com/dairy-cattle/how-illinois-is-celebrating-dairy


Wednesday, June 7, 2023
CPR and AED Awareness

Did you know about 70 percent of out-of-hospital cardiac arrests happen in homes? If you are called on to give CPR in an emergency, you will most likely be trying…