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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.

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.

Gov. Rauner proclaims Lights On Afterschool Day in Illinois

Thursday, October 26 by Jc Tinsley

Noting the importance of student learning extending beyond school hours, Gov. Bruce Rauner today proclaimed Oct. 26, 2017, as Lights On Afterschool Day in Illinois.He was joined by officials from ACT Now Coalition and the Springfield Urban League to recognize the importance of student... Read More.

Gov. Rauner Statement on Senate vote on SB 1905

Thursday, October 26 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner issued the following statement following the Senate vote on SB 1905:“Today’s vote could create a damaging loss for the economic competitiveness of Illinois.Senate Bill 1905 would hurt all the people of our state through lost job opportunities, slower economic growth, a... Read More.

Gov. Rauner continues Built in Illinois tour

Tuesday, October 24 by Jc Tinsley

Gov. Bruce Rauner today continued his Built in Illinois tour with a visit to Nucor Steel, an award-winning national leader in steel production. Nucor’s leaders are deciding between Illinois or Ohio for an expansion of existing merchant bar operations.The governor was joined by House... Read More.

Gov. Rauner urges students to consider careers in manufacturing

Monday, October 23 by Jc Tinsley

Gov. Bruce Rauner highlighted exciting new advanced manufacturing career opportunities with a group of over 150 students from five Chicago high schools today at a National Manufacturing Month event. The event took place at the Wilbur Wright College Humboldt Park Campus, which houses the... Read More.

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.

Gov. Rauner signs Conor’s Law

Wednesday, September 27 by Jc Tinsley

Gov. Bruce Rauner today signed into law SB 2185, known as Conor’s Law, legislation that increases public safety by requiring law enforcement to develop policies regarding the response and care for intoxicated young people after an arrest, including attempts to contact a responsible adult.... Read More.

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Gov. Rauner enacts adult high school legislation

Monday, September 25 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today signed HB 2527, amending the Illinois School Code to allow adults without high school degrees to acquire high school diplomas and allow for the creation of quality adult diploma programs.“Illinoisans of every age should have access to quality educational programs... Read More.