State News

Shimkus Votes for Tax Cuts and Jobs Act

Friday, November 17 by Jc Tinsley

Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) voted today for H.R. 1, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. The legislation delivers on President Trump’s promise of meaningful relief for low- and middle-income taxpayers, and reduces business taxes so American employers can... Read More.

Former State Senator Bill O’Daniel dies at 93

Thursday, November 16 by Jc Tinsley

Former 54th District state Sen. William “Bill” O’Daniel died Wednesday at Fairfield Memorial Hospital. He was 93.O’Daniel served as a member of the Illinois House from 1974-77 and in the Illinois Senate from 1984 until 2002. He was a longtime farmer and businessman,... Read More.

FOREST SERVICE MAP PRICES TO INCREASE JANUARY 1

Thursday, November 16 by Jc Tinsley

The Forest Service will increase the price of its plastic-coated maps for the first time in nearly a decade in 2018.The map price will increase from $10 to $14 on Jan. 1, 2018, due to increasing costs of production, printing and distribution. Shawnee National... Read More.

Gov. Rauner: Sahara Woods to be great off-road rider draw

Thursday, November 16 by Jc Tinsley

A new project will make southern Illinois a destination for off-road riders, Gov. Rauner said while announcing development of a 26-mile off-highway vehicle trail system at Sahara Woods State Fish and Wildlife Area.“Demand is growing for off-highway vehicle recreation, and this state-of-the-art facility will... Read More.

IDNR Warns Landowners to Check the Value of Their Trees

Wednesday, November 15 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois forest landowners stand to be paid record-high prices for their mature forest trees and logs on farm and forest holdings, thanks to outstanding market prices for hardwood logs and lumber. The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) Division of Forest Resources is urging... Read More.

Jesse White Announces Family Reading Night to be Held November 16

Tuesday, November 14 by Jc Tinsley

Secretary of State and State Librarian Jesse White is encouraging families in Illinois to read together Thursday, Nov. 16, for Illinois’ annual Family Reading Night. The Illinois Library Association’s iREAD theme is “Reading by Design” with Little Elliot continues to serve as the theme.... Read More.

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FOREST SERVICE AND NATIONAL PARK SERVICE BRING TRAIL OF TEARS NATIONAL HISTORIC TRAIL TO THE PUBLIC

Friday, November 10 by Jc Tinsley

People can better access a 1.5-mile segment of the Trail of Tears National Historic Trail near Hamburg Hill, thanks to a partnership between National Park Service and Forest Service.“The historic ruts at Hamburg Hill are nearly 20 feet deep and surrounded by a forest... Read More.

HOMEGROWN BY HEROES PROGRAM AIMS TO HELP VETERANS IN AGRICULTURE

Friday, November 10 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) invites veterans or current active duty service members to participate in the Homegrown by Heroes program. This is ideal for veterans who are interested in a second career in our state's number one industry, agriculture.The Homegrown by Heroes... Read More.

Trump Administration Appoints William J. Graff to Serve as State Executive Director for USDA’s Farm Service Agency in Illinois

Thursday, November 9 by Jc Tinsley

The Trump Administration recently appointed William J. Graff as the new State Executive Director (SED) for the USDA Illinois Farm Service Agency (FSA). Graff will join the Illinois FSA team on Monday, November 13, 2017.Graff is a long time grain and livestock farmer from... Read More.

IDES highlights State of Illinois Services as Veterans Day approaches

Thursday, November 9 by Jc Tinsley

As we prepare to honor our Veterans this weekend, the Illinois Department of Employment Security would like to remind them of the many services offered to them through the state’s agencies. These services are divided into the two primary categories: Employment Services and Veterans... Read More.