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Shawnee National Forest conducting visitor surveys

Thursday, October 12 by Jc Tinsley

When visiting Shawnee National Forest, you may notice Forest Service employees wearing bright orange vests near signs that say “Survey Site – Please stop.” “We kicked off visitor surveys this month. These surveys are a way for us to understand how people feel about... Read More.

ISP District 19 announces September enforcement activity

Thursday, October 12 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police District 19 Commander, Captain Cory Ristvedt, announced today activity and enforcement figures for the month of September. Troopers in District 19, which includes Wabash, Edwards, Wayne, White, Hamilton, Saline, and Gallatin Counties, recorded 1,270 incidents during the month. Enforcement activity consisted of... Read More.

IDOT Seeks Feedback on Illinois Rest Areas

Thursday, October 12 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Transportation is asking for the public’s help in developing a plan that will determine the best use of the state’s rest areas. An online survey, accessible at idot.illinois.gov, is available through Sunday, Oct. 29. “Many of our... Read More.

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Gov. Rauner highlights importance of tourism to Illinois economy

Thursday, October 12 by Jc Tinsley

Gov. Rauner today emphasized the role tourism plays in the economic health of Illinois communities at the Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau annual meeting and awards luncheon. This year’s theme was The Power of Tourism. “As the third largest employer in Illinois, the tourism... Read More.

State Fire Marshal Recognizes National Fire Prevention Week

Monday, October 9 by Jc Tinsley

The Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) today kicks off National Fire Prevention Week 2017. Governor Rauner proclaimed October 8 through October 14 as Fire Prevention Week in Illinois to encourage residents to learn and prepare for emergency situations. This year the theme is... Read More.

Two Trail Advocacy Groups help on River to River Trail improvements

Thursday, October 5 by Jc Tinsley

Members from two trail advocacy groups recently joined forces to improve one of the most popular trails in southern Illinois: the River to River Trail. Sharing their passion for trails and love of the outdoors, members from Shawnee Trail Conservancy and Back Country Horsemen... Read More.

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ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LAUNCHES NEW WEBSITE

Thursday, October 5 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) is announcing the launch of its new website (www2.illinois.gov/sites/agr) which features a more modern and user-friendly design. The new site affords users access to the same information, but in a layout that optimizes navigation... Read More.

Illinois Republican Congressional Delegation Releases Statement on H.R. 36 In Response to the Signing of Illinois H.B. 40

Wednesday, October 4 by Jc Tinsley

In the wake of legislation signed by Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner that would allow for the use of taxpayer money to cover an unlimited number of abortions anytime for any reason, members of the Illinois Republican Congressional Delegation voted to advance bipartisan legislation H.R.... Read More.

Lincoln Presidential Library releases oral history of high school sports in Illinois

Tuesday, October 3 by Jc Tinsley

The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library’s Oral History Program is proud to release a new collection of interviews telling the story of high school sports in Illinois through the words of students, coaches, referees, broadcasters and administrators. The project, “Sports Stories: IHSA,” features 54 interviews about... Read More.

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Opioid Overdose Reversal Drug More Readily Available

Tuesday, October 3 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) Director Nirav D. Shah, M.D., J.D. today announced the release of the Illinois Naloxone Standing Order (Standing Order). This Standing Order makes a drug that is able to reverse the effects of an opioid overdose more readily available... Read More.

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Shawnee National Forest conducting visitor surveys

ISP District 19 announces September enforcement activity

IDOT Seeks Feedback on Illinois Rest Areas

Gov. Rauner highlights importance of tourism to Illinois economy

State Fire Marshal Recognizes National Fire Prevention Week

Two Trail Advocacy Groups help on River to River Trail improvements

ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE LAUNCHES NEW WEBSITE

Illinois Republican Congressional Delegation Releases Statement on H.R. 36 In Response to the Signing of Illinois H.B. 40

Lincoln Presidential Library releases oral history of high school sports in Illinois

Opioid Overdose Reversal Drug More Readily Available

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