State News

Severin Honors the City of Orient for Its 100th Birthday

Wednesday, November 8 by Jc Tinsley

Monday night, State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) presented a House Certificate to Orient city officials honoring the city’s 100th birthday.Rep. Severin presented the certificate to Orient’s Mayor Pete Witkewiz at city hall prior to the City Council’s monthly meeting. “It is incredible to... Read More.

State of Illinois Migrates to Updated Open Data Management System

Wednesday, November 8 by Jc Tinsley

The State of Illinois today announced the move to a new open data management platform bringing a more functional and straightforward system that will deliver significant cost savings to Illinois, resulting in $1.2 million in savings over five years.“The new open data portal is... Read More.

Carmi Rotary Trivia Contest a success

Tuesday, November 7 by Jc Tinsley

Saturday was the Fall version of the popular Rotary Trivia contest and it was a success once again for the Carmi club.Twelve-four person teams took the floor and put their wits to the test during four rounds of ten questions each. Questions from history,... Read More.

CHIEF JUSTICE LLOYD A. KARMEIER TO ADMINISTER OATH TO NEW ATTORNEYS IN CARBONDALE

Tuesday, November 7 by Jc Tinsley

Chief Justice Lloyd A. Karmeier of the Illinois Supreme Court will administer the attorney's oath to 66 new lawyers on Thursday, November 9, in the Fifth Judicial District.The group is among 1,335 individuals who will be sworn in and admitted to the practice of... Read More.

ISP D19 October Activity and Enforcement

Tuesday, November 7 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police District 19 Commander, Captain Cory Ristvedt, announced today activity and enforcement figures for the month of October. Troopers in District 19, which includes Wabash, Edwards, Wayne, White, Hamilton, Saline, and Gallatin Counties, recorded 1,220 incidents during the month.Enforcement activity consisted of... Read More.

Revenue Announces Preliminary Guidance on Invest in Kids Act

Tuesday, November 7 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) is announcing that general information regarding the Invest in Kids Act (IIK) (Public Act 100-0465), the recently enacted Illinois tax-credit scholarship program, is now available through its websitetax.illinois.gov.Beginning January 2,... Read More.

STATEMENT FROM THE ILLINOIS FARM BUREAU REGARDING GOV. BRUCE RAUNER’S HARVEST EMERGENCY DECLARATION

Monday, November 6 by Jc Tinsley

The following is a statement from Illinois Farm Bureau President Richard Guebert, Jr., regarding Gov. Bruce Rauner’s Harvest Emergency declaration. “Illinois Farm Bureau thanks Governor Rauner for making this declaration. “The 2017 harvest is taking longer than usual. Erratic weather is a contributing factor. Further, for... Read More.

Gov. Rauner declares harvest emergency

Monday, November 6 by Jc Tinsley

Gov. Bruce Rauner today declared a statewide harvest emergency to assist farmers and grain handlers who are grappling with the fallout of rain-related delays.“Illinois is home to 72,000 farms on 26.7 million acres. We are among the top three corn producers in the nation,”... Read More.

Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs Veteran Program – Serving Those Who Served

Monday, November 6 by Jc Tinsley

Volunteers across Illinois are gearing up to participate in the Serving Those Who Served Program (STWS), with a week’s worth of events from November 5 – 11. Their goal is to make an impact in the lives of veterans and show gratitude for their... Read More.

Red Cross Home Fire Campaign Installs One-Millionth Free Smoke Alarm

Friday, November 3 by Jc Tinsley

The American Red Cross announced today that one million smoke alarms have been installed and285 lives have been saved due to the efforts of the volunteers and community partners who have participated in the organization’s Home Fire Campaign. “Since 2014, Red... Read More.