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Call Blocking Specialists Provide Support to Illinois Veterans

Tuesday, November 21 by Jc Tinsley

A call blocking specialist has launched a free e-toolkit to help prevent veterans becoming the victims of telephone fraud. In light of the recent AARP research, which revealed that veterans are twice as likely to be targeted by fraudsters, CPR Call Blocker has created... Read More.

Illinois State Police urges safe driving during busy holiday travel period

Tuesday, November 21 by Jc Tinsley

The Thanksgiving holiday weekend is generally one of the busiest travel holiday periods of the year. As millions of travelers take to Illinois roadways to celebrate Thanksgiving, Illinois State Police (ISP) District 19 Commander, Captain Cory Ristvedt, reminds motorists to drive safely. Drivers can do... Read More.

State Fire Marshal Shares Thanksgiving Safety Tips

Tuesday, November 21 by Jc Tinsley

This Thanksgiving, the Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) urges Illinoisans to be mindful when preparing Thanksgiving dinner. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), more home cooking fires occur on Thanksgiving Day than any other day of the year. In 2015, fire... Read More.

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Recipe For Healthy Holiday Foods

Monday, November 20 by Jc Tinsley

Starting with Thanksgiving and going through New Year’s Day, it’s the time of year for family dinners, parties, and other gatherings where food is served. But the merriment can turn to misery if the food makes you sick. The Centers for Disease Control and... Read More.

Preparation is Key: ‘Winter Weather – Get it Together’

Monday, November 20 by Jc Tinsley

As bitter cold creeps into Illinois, the state’s frontline weather responders remind motorists that preparation can help take the bite out of winter this season. The Illinois Department of Transportation, Illinois State Police and the Illinois Tollway encourage motorists to prepare for wintry driving... Read More.

Gov. Rauner advances apprenticeships as crucial driver of workforce readiness

Friday, November 17 by Jc Tinsley

Apprenticeship programs are a boon both to workers who gain key proficiencies and to businesses that benefit from the resulting skilled workforce pipeline. Participating companies are to be commended, and expansion of such programs well beyond the traditional trades model is economically vital, Gov.... Read More.

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Illinois Jobs Up in October

Friday, November 17 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that the unemployment rate dipped by 0.1 percentage points to 4.9 percent in October and nonfarm payrolls increased by +3,400 jobs over-the-month, based on preliminary data provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)... Read More.

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.

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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.

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Call Blocking Specialists Provide Support to Illinois Veterans

Illinois State Police urges safe driving during busy holiday travel period

State Fire Marshal Shares Thanksgiving Safety Tips

Recipe For Healthy Holiday Foods

Preparation is Key: ‘Winter Weather – Get it Together’

Gov. Rauner advances apprenticeships as crucial driver of workforce readiness

Illinois Jobs Up in October

Shimkus Votes for Tax Cuts and Jobs Act

Former State Senator Bill O’Daniel dies at 93

FOREST SERVICE MAP PRICES TO INCREASE JANUARY 1

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