State News

Construction Season Arrives, Avoid Distractions and “Don’t Be That Driver” in Work Zones

Wednesday, April 13 by Jc Tinsley

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation, Illinois State Police and the Illinois Tollway were joined by their industry partners today to kick off National Work Zone Awareness Week and to make a request to motorists: “Don’t Be That Driver.” To signal the start... Read More.

SHAWNEE NATIONAL FOREST’S JONESBORO OFFICE WILL TEMPORARILY CLOSE DUE TO STAFF CHANGES

Tuesday, April 12 by Jc Tinsley

The Mississippi Bluffs Ranger District office located in Jonesboro, Illinois is experiencing staffing changes. Therefore the District office located at 521 N. Main Street in Jonesboro will be temporarily closed to the public from April 18th through May 2nd, 2016. The office will reopen... Read More.

Southern Illinois historic site hosts archaeology conference April 30 – May 1‏

Tuesday, April 12 by Jc Tinsley

Kincaid Mounds State Historic Site hosts a meeting of experts on the powerful but mysterious Mississippian culture April 30 and May 1. Top archaeologists will discuss the site’s history before, during and after the mounds were built.The annual meeting of the Illinois Association for... Read More.

Illinois State Police District 19 Announces March Activity and Enforcement

Monday, April 11 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police District 19 Commander, Captain Kelly Hodge, announced today activity and enforcement figures for the month of March. Troopers in District 19, which includes Wabash, Edwards, Wayne, White, Hamilton, Saline, and Gallatin Counties, recorded 1,307 incidents during the month.Enforcement activity consisted of... Read More.

Sen. Righter speaks at Gun Owners Lobby Day in Springfield‏

Friday, April 8 by Jc Tinsley

State Sen. Dale Righter (R-Mattoon) spoke Wednesday at the Illinois Gun Owners Lobby Day rally at the Statehouse, also known as IGOLD.Righter thanked gun owners for demonstrating how the democratic process can work for passionate citizens who demand the truth.The rally is an... Read More.

Indian Market Days at Cahokia Mounds

Friday, April 8 by Jc Tinsley

Dozens of Native American artists to sell handmade work at historic site April 22-24COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site presents some of the nation’s best Native American artists April 22-24 at the site’s annual Spring Indian Market Days. The artists will sell... Read More.

Congressional Art Competition Deadline Approaching‏

Friday, April 8 by Jc Tinsley

Maryville, Illinois – Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) is accepting entries for the 2016 Congressional Art Competition through Friday, April 15. The contest is open to high school students in the 15th Congressional District.“Students have just one more week to submit their artwork for... Read More.

LEGENDARY ROCK GROUP TO PERFORM AT 2016 ILLINOIS STATE FAIR

Friday, April 8 by Jc Tinsley

SPRINGFIELD, IL – They are known as one of the most influential rock and roll bands of all time, and this summer you can see them perform LIVE at the Illinois State Fair. State Fair Manager Kevin Gordon is pleased to announce KISS is... Read More.

Phelps Blasts Attempts to Limit Gun Rights, Joins Local Advocates for Day of Action

Friday, April 8 by Jc Tinsley

State Rep. Brandon Phelps, D-Harrisburg, joined members of the Illinois State Rifle Association Wednesday in Springfield for their annual Illinois Gun Owner Lobby Day and called on lawmakers to end their attacks on law-abiding gun owners and the Second Amendment.“I love seeing and... Read More.

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Phelps Fights for Funding for Autism Programs

Wednesday, April 6 by Jc Tinsley

State Rep. Brandon Phelps, D-Harrisburg, is fighting to protect vital services for Southern Illinois families grappling with autism as programs continue to be cut by Republican Governor Bruce Rauner. “Hardworking Southern Illinois families who have children and loved ones with Autism should not be made... Read More.