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Monday, November 6, 2023
Animal Shelter Appreciation Week November 5-11

Animal Shelter Appreciation Week is a time to recognize the shelters that provide care to millions of displaced animals each year. The primary goal of many shelters is to find…


Saturday, November 4, 2023
Daylight Savings Time Ending, Turn Clocks Back One Hour Tonight

Daylight Savings Time ends overnight tonight. Don’t forget to turn your clocks back one hour before you go to bed.


Thursday, November 2, 2023
National Military Family Month

National Military Family Month is a time for us to honor the sacrifices made by all military families who support those serving in our Armed Forces. Thank you to military…


Wednesday, November 1, 2023
National Family Literacy Day

National Family Literacy Day is dedicated to celebrating reading within families. Reading with children can help develop their vocabulary skills and offers a chance for family bonding time. Learn more…


Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Wishing Everyone a Safe and Happy Halloween!

Halloween is a highlight of the year for many children and even adults. Dressing up in vibrant costumes, walking around the local neighborhood and trick-or-treating for candy, or attending Halloween-themed…


Monday, October 30, 2023
Here We Go Again…COVID Controversy Continues

Appeals panel: Changes to IL Conscience law allow employers to force workers to choose between Covid jab and their jobs Michael J. Bilandic Building, home of the Illinois First District…


Sunday, October 29, 2023
World Stroke Day

By learning and sharing the F.A.S.T. warning signs, you just might save a life from stroke. This World Stroke Day, remember to look for these signs of stroke: F –…


Saturday, October 28, 2023
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

Today is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. If you have unused, unwanted, or expired medications sitting around your house, you can safely dispose of them at a Take Back…


Friday, October 27, 2023
National Civics Day

This National Civics Day we are reminded of the duty we all have to learn about our government and take part in the process. Thank you to all our teachers,…


Thursday, October 26, 2023
National Day of the Deployed

God bless all those serving overseas this National Day of the Deployed. Let us honor our nation’s heroes and recognize the sacrifices of our servicemembers and their loved ones during…