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December 15, 2023 at 3:16 PM

Federal data shows Illinois has highest Medicaid renewal rate among states, midway through unwinding from pandemic-era continuous coverage

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                                                                                                           DEC. 15, 2023                                                                                                          CONTACT: ju…

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December 14, 2023 at 9:32 PM

ICC Rejects ComEd and Ameren Illinois’ Multi-Year Integrated Grid Plans

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 14, 2023 ICC CONTACTCayli BakerOffice: (312) 793-8841 [email protected] Rejects ComEd and Ameren Illinois’ Multi-Year Integrated Grid PlansChicago, IL – Today, the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) rejected Ameren Illinois and ComEd’s …

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December 14, 2023 at 9:04 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces One Appointment to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, December 14, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces One Appointment to Boards and Commissions Building on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following appointment in his…

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December 14, 2023 at 6:30 PM

IDPH Recommends Healthcare Facilities Adopt Mitigation Measures as Respiratory Viruses Increase

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                                                           December 14, 2023   CONTACT: [email protected] [email protected] Recommends Healthcare Facilities Adopt Mitigation Measures as Respiratory Viruses Increase  …

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December 14, 2023 at 4:56 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Milestones on I-57/74 Reconstruction

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, December 14, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Milestones on I-57/74 Reconstruction Signature Rebuild Illinois project taking shape with new bridge piers, pavement work   CHAMPAIGN-URBANA – Today, Governor JB Pritz…

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December 13, 2023 at 8:51 PM

Gov. Pritzker Celebrates Holiday Season with School Gift Giveaway and Animal Shelter Visit

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, December 13, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Celebrates Holiday Season with School Gift Giveaway and Animal Shelter VisitProclaims December 10-16 “Dog and Cat Adoption Week” in IllinoisCHICAGO— Today, Governor JB Pritzker…

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December 13, 2023 at 3:15 PM

IDOA Fall Covers for Spring Savings Crop Incentive Program Applications Go Live Dec. 15

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 13, 2023 CONTACT:Lori Harlan: 217-558-1546IDOA Fall Covers for Spring Savings Crop Incentive Program Applications Go Live Dec. 15New Opportunity for Pre-Enrollment Available NowSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) Fall …

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December 12, 2023 at 6:34 PM

Gov. Pritzker Celebrates mHUB Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, December 12, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Celebrates mHUB Ribbon Cutting and Grand OpeningThe State of Illinois is investing $9.6 million to support clean technology innovationCHICAGO – Today, Governor JB Pritzker joined…

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December 12, 2023 at 2:58 PM

Glen Carbon Senior Center Wins State Award

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dec. 12, 2023   CONTACT: [email protected] Carbon Senior Center Wins State Award GLEN CARBON, Ill. – The Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) is recognizing the Glen Carbon Senior and Community Center as the recipient of a 2023 Governor’s En…

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December 11, 2023 at 9:39 PM

IDNR concludes record-breaking invasive carp removal effort on Upper Illinois River

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMonday, Dec. 11, 2023Media contact: [email protected] concludes record-breaking invasive carp removal effort on Upper Illinois RiverSPRINGFIELD – Illinois Department of Natural Resources fisheries biologists, with support from contracted co…

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December 11, 2023 at 9:14 PM

New Legislation Secures Modern Professional Licensing System

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:December 11, 2023Contact: Chris [email protected] Legislation Secures Modern Professional Licensing SystemCHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Professional Regulation (IDFPR) has announced HB2394 has been signed into law, which will a…

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December 11, 2023 at 6:43 PM

More than 76,000 deer harvested during Illinois firearm deer season

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMonday, Dec. 11, 2023Media contact: [email protected] than 76,000 deer harvested during Illinois firearm deer seasonSPRINGFIELD – Hunters in Illinois took a preliminary total of 76,232 deer during the seven-day 2023 Illinois firearm deer se…

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December 11, 2023 at 6:07 PM

IDPH Accepting Applications for Suicide Prevention Grant

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 11, 2023 CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.govIDPH Accepting Applications for Suicide Prevention GrantOne organization will receive $312,000 to develop training on identifying and helping at-risk youthSPRINGFIELD – The Illi…

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December 8, 2023 at 10:08 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces One Appointment to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, December 8, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces One Appointment to Boards and Commissions Building on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following appointment in his ad…

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December 8, 2023 at 9:11 PM

Gov. Pritzker Takes Bill Action

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, December 8, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Takes Bill ActionToday, Governor JB Pritzker took the following bill action:   Bill Number: HB 2104 Description: Amends the definition of “safety education” in the School Code to i…

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December 8, 2023 at 8:09 PM

IDHS Ramps Up Infection Control Amid COVID-19 Outbreaks at Developmental Centers

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor immediate release December 8, 2023   Contact [email protected] [email protected] Ramps Up Infection Control Amid COVID-19 Outbreaks at Developmental CentersOf residents and staff impacted, nearly all are experiencing mild symptoms  The Illinois Depa…

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December 8, 2023 at 7:04 PM

IDPH Reports that COVID-19, Other Respiratory Viruses are Mounting Across the State

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                                                           December 8, 2023                                                                                                             Contact: [email protected]              …

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December 7, 2023 at 9:31 PM

Gov. Pritzker Celebrates Launch of the 100th Community Solar Project in Northern Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, December 7, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Celebrates Launch of the 100th Community Solar Project in Northern IllinoisThe solar site will help customers save money and reduce their carbon footprint CHICAGO – Today, Gover…

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December 7, 2023 at 7:23 PM

Illinois Gaming Board Completes Historic Year; Approves New Rules and Licenses Among Other Measures

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:December 7, 2023For More Information Contact:Beth [email protected] Gaming Board Completes Historic Year; Approves New Rules and Licenses Among Other MeasuresThe Illinois Gaming Board (the "IGB" or "Board") held it…

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December 7, 2023 at 4:14 PM

Honoring National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

Illinois e-News ReleaseHonoring National Pearl Harbor Remembrance DayThe Department of Central Management Services has received notice fromGovernor JB Pritzker that all person or entities covered by the Illinois Flag Display Act are to fly the flags at half-staff for:National Pearl Harbor Remembranc…

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December 7, 2023 at 3:34 PM

Illinois awarded more than $95 million to improve passenger rail throughout the state

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                                                                           Dec. 7, 2023                                                                                          CONTACT: Paul Wappel        217.685.0082 Maria Castaneda   …

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December 6, 2023 at 10:02 PM

Illinois Celebrates Human Rights Week

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 6, 2023                                                                                             IDHR Contact: [email protected] Celebrates Human Rights WeekIDHR and IHRC Kick Off Celebrations with Social Media Campaign and V…

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December 5, 2023 at 8:27 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Illinois' Early Childhood Education and Care Transition Advisory Committee Members

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, December 5, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Illinois' Early Childhood Education and Care Transition Advisory Committee MembersThe committee will advise the State on the creation of a unified early childhood educat…

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December 5, 2023 at 5:20 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Illinois’ Statewide Launch of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, December 5, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Illinois’ Statewide Launch of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library The goal is for all children 0-5 to receive free books mailed to their home   CHICAGO — Today, Governor …

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December 5, 2023 at 4:06 PM

Illinois Hate Crimes Commission Calls for Unified Rejection of Hate

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 05, 2023   CONTACT             [email protected] Hate Crimes Commission Calls for Unified Rejection of Hate CHICAGO — The rise of hate in our state and across the country is alarming. At the Illinois Commission on Discrimination …

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December 5, 2023 at 3:14 PM

This Holiday Season; Deck the Halls with Fire Safety in Mind

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: December 5, 2023 Contact: JC [email protected] Holiday Season; Deck the Halls with Fire Safety in MindBetween 2017-2021, U.S. fire departments responded to an average of 150 home fires per year that started with Christmas tr…

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December 4, 2023 at 9:54 PM

Gov. Pritzker Celebrates Gold Star Tree Lighting Ceremony

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMonday, December 04, 2023 CONTACT [email protected] Gov. Pritzker Celebrates Gold Star Tree Lighting CeremonyThe ceremony honors military members, veterans, and Gold Star familiesSPRINGFIELD – Today, Governor JB Pritzker joined active duty milit…

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December 4, 2023 at 8:06 PM

Gov. Pritzker Celebrates Upcoming Completion of Peoria’s Bob Michel Bridge

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, December 4, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Celebrates Upcoming Completion of Peoria’s Bob Michel Bridge Bike, pedestrian path part of Rebuild Illinois upgrades linking community to East PeoriaPEORIA— Governor JB Pritzker an…

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December 1, 2023 at 9:02 PM

Illinois' Efforts to Improve Water Quality Detailed in 2023 Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy Biennial Report

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDecember 1, 2023CONTACTS:Kim Biggs, Illinois EPA - (217) 558-1536Lori Harlan, IDOA - (217) 558-1546Illinois' Efforts to Improve Water Quality Detailed in 2023 Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy Biennial ReportSPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Illinois' ongoing commitment …

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December 1, 2023 at 8:36 PM

Pritzker Administration Encourages All Income-Eligible Families to Apply for Utility Bill Assistance

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  December 01, 2023  DCEO Contact:  [email protected] Pritzker Administration Encourages All Income-Eligible Families to Apply for Utility Bill AssistanceLIHEAP Applications Expanded Today, December 1, to Include All Income-Eligible Households CHICA…

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December 1, 2023 at 8:04 PM

La administración de Pritzker exhorta a todas las familias elegibles a aplicar para asistencia con los pagos de servicios públicos.

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  December 01, 2023  DCEO Contact:  [email protected] La administración de Pritzker exhorta a todas las familias elegibles a aplicar para asistencia con los pagos de servicios públicos.CHICAGO – La administración de Pritzker y el Departamento de Com…

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December 1, 2023 at 7:53 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Additional Investments to Provide Food to Asylum Seekers

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor immediate releaseDecember 1, 2023Contact:[email protected]. Pritzker Announces Additional Investments to Provide Food to Asylum SeekersState of Illinois and Greater Chicago Food Depository partner to supply additional meals to new arrivalsBuilding on the Stat…

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December 1, 2023 at 5:16 PM

Illinois EPA Releases Funding Opportunity for the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 1, 2023 Contact:  Kim Biggs 217-558-1536 [email protected] Illinois EPA Releases Funding Opportunity for the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant ProgramSPRINGFIELD — The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency’s Office of …

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December 1, 2023 at 3:18 PM

National Impaired Driving Prevention Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 1, 2023                                                                                                                                                CONTACT: [email protected] 312-814-4459National Impaired Driving Prevention Month D…

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November 30, 2023 at 10:36 PM

IDOI Achieves Reaccreditation from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC)

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 30, 2023MEDIA [email protected] Achieves Reaccreditation from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC)Chicago – The Illinois Department of Insurance (IDOI) announced today its reaccreditation by the National …

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November 30, 2023 at 10:10 PM

Governor Pritzker Announces $13 Million Investment in Job Training and Economic Development Program

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 30, 2023DCEO Contact:[email protected] Pritzker Announces $13 Million Investment in Job Training and Economic Development ProgramEligible entities can now apply to serve as community partners to boost equitable workforce recoveryCHIC…

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November 30, 2023 at 9:49 PM

Illinois EPA Announces Third Notice of Funding Opportunity for County Solid Waste Planning

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 30, 2023 Contact: Kim [email protected] EPA Announces Third Notice of Funding Opportunity for County Solid Waste Planning$200,000 Available to Assist in Implementing Solid Waste Planning Obligations.   SPRINGFIELD —Il…

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November 30, 2023 at 9:15 PM

Register now for 2024 Central Illinois Youth Goose Hunt

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, Nov. 30, 2023Media contact: [email protected] now for 2024 Central Illinois Youth Goose HuntSPRINGFIELD – Youth between the ages of 10 and 17 who would like to participate in the annual Central Illinois Youth Goose Hunt sponsored by th…

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November 30, 2023 at 6:36 PM

IDOL Subpoenas United States Steel Corporation

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 30, 2023 Contact: Paul Cicchini 217-785-1719 [email protected] Subpoenas United States Steel CorporationDepartment takes action for workers at Granite City WorksSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) has issued a subpo…

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November 30, 2023 at 3:04 PM

IDOA "FALL COVERS FOR SPRING SAVINGS" CROP INCENTIVE PROGRAM RETURNS

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 30, 2023CONTACT:[email protected] (217) 558-1546IDOA "FALL COVERS FOR SPRING SAVINGS" CROP INCENTIVE PROGRAM RETURNSApplications Accepted Starting December 15 with New Opportunity for Pre-EnrollmentSPRINGFIELD, IL – Illinois Department of Agric…

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November 29, 2023 at 10:26 PM

Gov. Pritzker Celebrates Opening of Meta’s DeKalb Data Center

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, November 29, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Celebrates Opening of Meta’s DeKalb Data CenterThe campus builds on Illinois’ thriving data center ecosystemCHICAGO – Today, Governor JB Pritzker joined local elected officials…

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November 29, 2023 at 7:04 PM

Pritzker Administration, IDPH to Host 2023 Illinois Minority Health Conference in Bloomington December 4 & 5

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                            November 29, 2023                                                                                                            CONTACT:  [email protected] James.Leach@ill…

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November 29, 2023 at 5:15 PM

More than $3.7 million awarded for 19 Illinois recreational trail projects

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWednesday, Nov. 29, 2023Media contact: [email protected] than $3.7 million awarded for 19 Illinois recreational trail projectsSPRINGFIELD – More than $3.7 million has been awarded for recreational trail development projects in 19 Illinois c…

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November 29, 2023 at 4:38 PM

Gov. Pritzker Celebrates Completion of I-280 Over Mississippi River in Quad Cities

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, November 29, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Celebrates Completion of I-280 Over Mississippi River in Quad CitiesInvestment of $65.7 million made possible by Rebuild IllinoisROCK ISLAND— Governor JB Pritzker and the Illin…

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November 28, 2023 at 9:07 PM

IDNR awards more than $5,200 for school field trips to state historic sites

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASETuesday, Nov. 28, 2023Media contact: [email protected] awards more than $5,200 for school field trips to state historic sitesSPRINGFIELD – Nearly 350 Illinois schoolchildren will visit state historic sites this schoolyear thanks to grant fu…

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November 28, 2023 at 6:57 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces the Largest Class of Small Businesses Inducted into the Illinois Made Program

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, November 28, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces the Largest Class of Small Businesses Inducted into the Illinois Made ProgramThe record-breaking class showcases the state’s commitment to championing small businesses …

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November 28, 2023 at 5:36 PM

Illinois hunters harvest more than 53,000 deer first weekend of firearm season

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASETuesday, Nov. 28, 2023Media contact: [email protected] hunters harvest more than 53,000 deer first weekend of firearm season SPRINGFIELD – Hunters in Illinois harvested a preliminary total of 53,348 deer during the first weekend of the …

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November 28, 2023 at 5:06 PM

Gov. Pritzker Celebrates Completion of I-57 Improvements in Chicago, South Suburbs

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, November 28, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Celebrates Completion of I-57 Improvements in Chicago, South Suburbs $82.1 million investment to improve safety, mobility along vital corridorCHICAGO— Governor JB Pritzker and th…

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November 28, 2023 at 4:52 PM

IDFPR Highlights Recipients of First-of-Their-Kind Scholarships for Aspiring Real Estate Appraisers in Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:November 28, 2023Contact: Chris [email protected] Highlights Recipients of First-of-Their-Kind Scholarships for Aspiring Real Estate Appraisers in IllinoisCHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation ("…

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November 28, 2023 at 4:07 PM

Illinois Product Holiday Market Returns First Weekend in December

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 28, 2023CONTACT:[email protected] Product Holiday Market Returns First Weekend in DecemberFree Entertainment and Kids' Activities, including Visits from SantaSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) will bring the…

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