State News

Casey’s General Stores and American Red Cross Team Up to Help Disaster Survivors

Tuesday, September 13 by Jc Tinsley

In the aftermath of the devastating floods in Louisiana that impacted more than 150,000 homes, Casey’s General Stores is partnering with the American Red Cross to raise money to support the relief operations. “We are proud to be able to serve as a way...

Lewis and Clark site goes to the dogs: Historic site holding its annual ‘Frontier Dog Walk’ on September 24

Monday, September 12 by Jc Tinsley

What could be better than exploring history on a beautiful autumn day? Exploring it with your dog.On Saturday, Sept. 24, the Lewis and Clark State Historic Site will hold its annual “Frontier Dog Walk,” letting folks bring their dogs as they...

IDVA Assists Veterans impacted by ITT Technical Institute Closing

Monday, September 12 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs (IDVA)-Veterans Education and Training Section (State Approving Agency) took immediate action to assist Illinois Veterans impacted in their educational endeavors due to the closing of the ITT Technical Institute."Our number one priority is the welfare of our Illinois...

Jesse White Urges Student Readers to Enter “Letters About Literature” Competition

Friday, September 9 by Jc Tinsley

Secretary of State and State Librarian Jesse White is urging students in grades 4 through 12 to enter the 2017 “Letters About Literature” contest — a national reading and writing competition funded by the Dollar General Literacy Foundation and the Library of Congress through...

IEPA Conducts Used Tire Removal Action in Fifteen So. Illinois Counties

Friday, September 9 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois EPA Acting Director Alec Messina has announced the completion of used tire removal actions that included fifteen southern Illinois counties. The Agency’s efforts are part of Illinois’ plan to reduce the threat of mosquito-borne diseases by removing used tires...

Illinois Community College Board Responds to Closure of ITT Tech

Thursday, September 8 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) is working to help all displaced students across Illinois impacted by the closure of ITT Tech continue their education though their local community college. In letters going out to nearly 1,000 ITT Tech students, the ICCB is...

Illinois State Police announce statewide Labor Day enforcement figures

Thursday, September 8 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police (ISP) officials announced the results of a very successful Labor Day weekend enforcement operation. Between September 2, 2016, and September 5, 2016, the ISP increased its enforcement efforts to keep motorists safe during the busy holiday travel period. ISP Troopers across the...

Illinois Department on Aging recognizes Healthy Aging Month

Wednesday, September 7 by Jc Tinsley

The fast-growing older adult population in Illinois and throughout the nation shines an even brighter light on the importance of healthy living and healthy aging. The Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) recognizes the unique role healthy living plays in improving the physical, mental, social...

Illinois State Police to promote Rail Safety Enforcement

Wednesday, September 7 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police District 19 is partnering with local, state, and federal agencies to promote vehicle and pedestrian safety around railroad tracks and trains during Illinois Rail Safety Week, September 11 – 17, 2016. During 2015, there were 140 railroadgrade crossing collisions involving motor vehicles,...

USDA Announces Additional Farm Loan Funding

Tuesday, September 6 by Jc Tinsley

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) Administrator Val Dolcini today announced that additional funding will be made available to assist more than 1,900 approved applicants who are awaiting farm operating loans. The funds, which were reprogrammed by FSA with the...