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Unemployment Rates Remain Higher than National Rate in all but one Metro Area

Thursday, December 22 by Jc Tinsley

This month, 13 of Illinois’ metropolitan (metro) areas experienced declines in their over-the-year unemployment rates and one was unchanged. Eight of the metro areas had increases in nonfarm jobs and six reported declines, according to preliminary data released today by the U.S. Bureau of... Read More.

Shawnee National Forest temporarily closes Jonesboro office for remodeling

Monday, December 19 by Jc Tinsley

Beginning Dec. 20, Shawnee National Forest will close its Jonesboro office for remodeling for about five weeks.You can obtain a firewood permit, purchase a map or get a disability access permit from the Jonesboro office with an appointment. To schedule an appointment, call (618)... Read More.

Shawnee National Forest annual notice of seasonal closures

Tuesday, December 6 by Jc Tinsley

Winter is on its way, temperatures are cooling, and Shawnee National Forest is closing some of its recreation sites and roads for the season.Campgrounds closing December 15 include Red Bud Campground at Bell Smith Springs, Pine Ridge Campground at Pounds Hollow, Pine Hills and... Read More.

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Get Your Flu Shot During National Influenza Vaccination Week And Stay Healthy For The Holidays

Monday, December 5 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) urges anyone who has not yet received a flu shot to get one as soon as possible. December 4-10, 2016 is National Influenza Vaccination Week, a national observance to highlight the importance of influenza vaccination. While many... Read More.

Illinois Department on Aging recognizes National Caregiver Month

Monday, November 28 by Jc Tinsley

As we come to the close of National Caregiver Month, the Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) is working to find new ways to help provide much-needed relief to unpaid, family caregivers. Working together with the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS), IDoA is... Read More.

Shawnee National Forest Employee of the Quarter, Eric Stead

Tuesday, November 22 by Jc Tinsley

Shawnee National Forest recently recognized Eric Stead as Employee of the Quarter for his woodworking skills in making wooden plaques for employees departing the forest in either retirement or other employment. His efforts, done on personal time, gave these employee recognitions a special... Read More.

Shawnee National Forest expands services

Wednesday, November 16 by Jc Tinsley

To better serve people, Shawnee National Forest has expanded its services. Forest Launches New Tip LineTo assist in forest management and law enforcement, there is a new Shawnee National Forest Tip Line. Available 24-hours a day, people now can report suspicious or illegal activities or... Read More.

Fairfield Memorial Hospital Partners to Celebrate National Rural Health Day

Monday, November 14 by Jc Tinsley

Fairfield Memorial Hospital will join the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health (NOSORH) and other state/national rural stakeholders in celebrating National Rural Health Day on Thursday, November 17, 2015.NOSORH created National Rural Health Day as a way to showcase rural America; increase... Read More.

Prescribed fire brings life to Shawnee National Forest

Thursday, November 3 by Jc Tinsley

Fire helps maintain healthy oak forests, according to scientists who study birds, native plants and other wildlife. That’s why Shawnee National Forest uses fire as a tool to restore Southern Illinois forests.“Fire rejuvenates the forest. It increases nutrient availability, favors some plants over others,... Read More.

Emergency Management Officials, National Weather Service Encourage Winter Preparedness

Wednesday, November 2 by Jc Tinsley

According to the National Weather Service (NWS), Illinois hasn’t had a winter without at least one winter storm in the past century. To help people prepare for potentially dangerous snow, cold and ice this winter, the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA), the NWS and... Read More.