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March 14, 2024 at 2:09 PM

Illinois spring trout season opens April 6 at 58 locations statewide

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, March 14, 2024Media contact: [email protected] spring trout season opens April 6 at 58 locations statewideSPRINGFIELD – The 2024 Illinois spring trout fishing season will open Saturday, April 6 at 58 ponds, lakes, and streams …
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March 13, 2024 at 6:02 PM

This St. Patrick’s Day, don’t press your luck, designate a sober driver and buckle up

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 13, 2024 CONTACT:Paul Wappel (IDOT) 217.685.0082 Maria Castaneda (IDOT) [email protected] 217.524.2 This St. Patrick’s Day, don’t press your luck, designate a sober driver and buckle upSPRINGFIELD – With St. Patrick’s Day p…
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March 13, 2024 at 5:30 PM

Illinois EPA Offers Two Funding Opportunities for Watershed Management Projects to Address Nonpoint Source Pollution

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 13, 2024   Contact:  Kim Biggs 217-558-1536 [email protected] Illinois EPA Offers Two Funding Opportunities for Watershed Management Projects to Address Nonpoint Source Pollution$4.75 Million in Funding Available Through Section 319(h)…
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March 13, 2024 at 3:52 PM

Gov. Pritzker Highlights Health Insurance Reform Initiatives

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, March 13, 2024 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Highlights Health Insurance Reform InitiativesHealthcare Protection Act will curb predatory insurance practicesSPRINGFIELD — Today, Governor JB Pritzker joined doctors, patients, …
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March 13, 2024 at 2:19 PM

Funding opportunity for EV charging stations opens

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 13, 2024 CONTACT:Paul Wappel 217.685.0082Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919 Funding opportunity for EV charging stations opensSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation today released the first official Notice of Funding Opportunity for Roun…
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March 12, 2024 at 9:47 PM

State of Illinois and IDPH are Supporting City of Chicago and Cook County Response to Measles Cases

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:March 12, 2024CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.govState of Illinois and IDPH are Supporting City of Chicago and Cook County Response to Measles CasesIDPH Providing Lab Testing, other Epidemiologic Support to Help Contain Measles Ou…
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March 12, 2024 at 3:47 PM

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 12, 2024 CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.gov March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness MonthIDPH urges timely screenings as best defense against this preventable illnessSPRINGFIELD – March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, an…
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March 12, 2024 at 3:06 PM

Jonas Brothers to Headline the Illinois State Fair Grandstand

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release March 12, 2024 Contact:Lori Harlan 217.670.9283Jonas Brothers to Headline the Illinois State Fair Grandstand SPRINGFIELD, IL – Jonas Brothers, one of the most successful groups of the 21st century, are performing at the Illinois State Fair on Thurs., Aug.…
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March 11, 2024 at 9:05 PM

Governor Pritzker Announces $3 Million Innovation Voucher Program

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 11, 2024DCEO Contact:[email protected] Pritzker Announces $3 Million Innovation Voucher ProgramEligible entities can now apply for grant funding to engage in research and development projects with universitiesCHICAGO – Governor JB Pritz…
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March 11, 2024 at 7:05 PM

IBHE Awards $1.4 Million to Nursing Schools Across the State

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 11, 2024Contact: José Garcí[email protected] Awards $1.4 Million to Nursing Schools Across the StateFunding will help meet healthcare workforce needs in IllinoisSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Board of Higher Education (IBHE) has awarded nursing school…
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March 11, 2024 at 6:08 PM

Make Illinois your home for the 2024 total solar eclipse

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, March 8, 2024Media contact: [email protected] Illinois your home for the 2024 total solar eclipseThousands expected to view the eclipse from southern Illinois for the second time since 2017***UPDATE: Video from Friday’s eclipse news…
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March 8, 2024 at 10:18 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces One Appointment to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, March 8, 2024 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 admin…
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March 8, 2024 at 9:26 PM

Make Illinois your home for the 2024 total solar eclipse

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, March 8, 2024Media contact: [email protected] Illinois your home for the 2024 total solar eclipseThousands expected to view the eclipse from southern Illinois for the second time since 2017SPRINGFIELD – Preparations are underway to …
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March 8, 2024 at 7:24 PM

HFS to Proceed With Health Benefits for Immigrant Adults and Seniors Redetermination Process

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:MAR. 8, 2024CONTACT:[email protected] to Proceed With Health Benefits for Immigrant Adults and Seniors Redetermination ProcessClarified eligibility requirements will preserve coverage for eligible individuals with no alternative insurance option…
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March 8, 2024 at 6:56 PM

Governor Pritzker Awards $4.6 Million in Grant Funding to Local Tourism Organizations

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 8, 2024DCEO Contact:[email protected] Pritzker Awards $4.6 Million in Grant Funding to Local Tourism OrganizationsGrant funding is part of the state’s continued effort to enhance tourism attractions, events and festivalsCHICAGO - Today,…
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March 8, 2024 at 2:33 PM

DoIT’s Office of Supplier Diversity Launches Mini-Webinar Series for Small Businesses to Conduct Business with the State of Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 8, 2024 FOR MORE INFORMATION:Jennifer [email protected]’s Office of Supplier Diversity Launches Mini-Webinar Series for Small Businesses to Conduct Business with the State of IllinoisSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department o…
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March 7, 2024 at 6:08 PM

Illinois Payroll Jobs Increase, Unemployment Rate Stable in January

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR RELEASE:March 7, 2024CONTACT:Rebecca Cisco | [email protected] Payroll Jobs Increase, Unemployment Rate Stable in JanuarySPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that the unemployment rate was unchange…
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March 7, 2024 at 5:01 PM

Gov. Pritzker Celebrates Primient’s $400M Capital Investment in Illinois’ Plant-Based Future

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, March 7, 2024 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Celebrates Primient’s $400M Capital Investment in Illinois’ Plant-Based Future Decatur Primient facility will see strong investments to support bioeconomic progress and infrastructu…
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March 7, 2024 at 3:02 PM

OSFM Reminds Illinoisans to Test, Inspect, and Replace Broken or Expired Smoke/CO Alarms while Changing Clocks

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: March 7, 2024 Contact: JC [email protected] Reminds Illinoisans to Test, Inspect, and Replace Broken or Expired Smoke/CO Alarms while Changing ClocksThe chances of dying in a home fire was reduced by 55% in homes were workin…
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March 6, 2024 at 10:17 PM

Illinois Leader Appointed to U.S. Department of Labor's Apprenticeship Advisory Committee

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 6, 2024DCEO Contact: [email protected] Illinois Leader Appointed to U.S. Department of Labor's Apprenticeship Advisory CommitteeCHICAGO –The U.S. Department of Labor today announced the appointments of 30 members to serve on the Advisory Comm…
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March 6, 2024 at 9:31 PM

Governor Pritzker Launches $8.5 Million CEJA Community Solar Energy Sovereignty Grant Program

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 6, 2024DCEO Contact:[email protected] Pritzker Launches $8.5 Million CEJA Community Solar Energy Sovereignty Grant ProgramEligible entities can now apply for funding to develop community solar projects as part of the landmark Climate an…
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March 5, 2024 at 8:19 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces $28.8 Million in USDA Grants to Provide Free Local Food to Communities

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, March 5, 2024 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces $28.8 Million in USDA Grants to Provide Free Local Food to CommunitiesProgram purchases food from socially disadvantaged growers for distribution to underserved communities…
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March 5, 2024 at 7:50 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces $28.8 Million in USDA Grants to Provide Free Local Food to Communities

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, March 5, 2024 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces $28.8 Million in USDA Grants to Provide Free Local Food to CommunitiesProgram purchases food from socially disadvantaged growers for distribution to underserved communities…
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March 5, 2024 at 6:41 PM

DCEO Celebrates Women's HERstory Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 5, 2024DCEO Contact:[email protected] Celebrates Women's HERstory MonthCHICAGO - The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) launched its annual Women's HERstory Month campaign — developed to celebrate and support wo…
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March 5, 2024 at 4:04 PM

Keith Urban to Headline the Illinois State Fair Grandstand

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release March 5, 2024 Contact:Lori Harlan 217.670.9283Keith Urban to Headline the Illinois State Fair Grandstand Rising star MacKenzie Porter will open for UrbanSPRINGFIELD, IL – Two-time, CMA Entertainer of the Year Keith Urban will perform at the Illinois State…
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March 4, 2024 at 10:35 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces One Appointment to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, March 4, 2024 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 admin…
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March 4, 2024 at 10:10 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces One Appointment to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, March 4, 2024 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 admin…
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March 4, 2024 at 8:59 PM

Illinois Office of Tourism Launches New Outdoor Content Series, "Real People, Real Stories, Real Outdoors"

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 4, 2024DCEO Contact:[email protected] Office of Tourism Launches New Outdoor Content Series, "Real People, Real Stories, Real Outdoors"Compelling new video series highlights authentic Illinois stories to promote outdoor recreation state…
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March 4, 2024 at 4:52 PM

Gov. Pritzker Celebrates Substantial Investments in Illinois Biomanufacturing and Precision Fermentation

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, March 4, 2024 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Celebrates Substantial Investments in Illinois Biomanufacturing and Precision FermentationiFAB Tech Hub will drive economic growth and innovationCHICAGO — Today, Governor JB Pritzker …
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March 4, 2024 at 3:50 PM

Planning and research grants available through IDOT

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 4, 2024 CONTACT:Paul Wappel 217.685.0082Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919Planning and research grants available through IDOT $7 million available for activities that advance long-range transportation goals SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transp…
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March 4, 2024 at 3:34 PM

IEMA-OHS Recognizes Severe Weather Preparedness Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release March 4, 2024                                                                                    Director Alicia Tate-Nadeau Public Information Officer Kevin Sur 217-557-4756 / [email protected] Recognizes Severe Weather Preparedness Month  …
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March 1, 2024 at 10:15 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Four Appointments to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, March 1, 2024 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Four Appointments to Boards and Commissions Building on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following appointments in his ad…
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March 1, 2024 at 9:33 PM

The Illinois Commission on Equitable Public University Funding Submits New Formula Recommendations to General Assembly

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 1, 2023Contact: José Garcí[email protected] Illinois Commission on Equitable Public University Funding Submits New Formula Recommendations to General AssemblyNew Formula will Advance Adequate and Equitable FundingSPRINGFIELD – Today, the Illinois C…
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March 1, 2024 at 8:24 PM

Illinois EPA Announces Grant Opportunity to Fund Energy Efficiency Assessments in Areas of Environmental Justice Concern

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 1, 2024 Contact:  Kim Biggs 217-558-1536 [email protected] Illinois EPA Announces Grant Opportunity to Fund Energy Efficiency Assessments in Areas of Environmental Justice ConcernSPRINGFIELD — Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (EP…
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March 1, 2024 at 7:35 PM

IDPH Adopts New CDC Guidelines that Streamline Recommendations for COVID-19, Flu and RSV

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 1, 2024      CONTACT: [email protected] [email protected] Adopts New CDC Guidelines that Streamline Recommendations for COVID-19, Flu and RSV New CDC Guidance Issued as Flu Cases Push Illinois from Low to Moderate Respiratory…
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March 1, 2024 at 6:42 PM

ICJIA Announces $30-Million Grant Opportunity for the Restore, Reinvest, and Renew (R3) Program

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 1, 2024 CONTACT: Cristin [email protected] c. 773-615-6243ICJIA Announces $30-Million Grant Opportunity for the Restore, Reinvest, and Renew (R3) ProgramGrants will support service delivery in communities most impacted by poverty, viol…
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March 1, 2024 at 5:54 PM

Illinois Ranks #2 in Nation for Corporate Expansions and Relocations for Second Year

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 1, 2024DCEO Contact: [email protected] Illinois Ranks #2 in Nation for Corporate Expansions and Relocations for Second YearChicago area ranked Top Metro for 11th consecutive yearCHICAGO – Site Selection Magazine – an international industry-lea…
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March 1, 2024 at 3:07 PM

IDHS Recognizes March as Problem Gambling Awareness Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release: March 1, 2024 Contact: Rachel Otwell [email protected] IDHS Recognizes March as Problem Gambling Awareness Month Confidential hotline and text line offer support for gamblers CHICAGO - Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Human S…
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February 29, 2024 at 8:21 PM

Loan Applications Open for Licensed Social Equity Cannabis Dispensaries

Illinois e-News ReleaseIMMEDIATE RELEASE February 29, 2024DCEO Contact: [email protected] Loan Applications Open for Licensed Social Equity Cannabis DispensariesSecond round of Cannabis Social Equity Loan Program will provide $12 million in loans to social equity dispensariesCHICAGO – Governor…
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February 29, 2024 at 6:07 PM

The Illinois Board of Higher Education Announced as Winner of The Great Admissions Redesign Challenge

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, Feb. 29, 2024Contact: José Garcí[email protected] Illinois Board of Higher Education Announced as Winner of The Great Admissions Redesign ChallengeIBHE one of three organizations awarded a $750,000 grant in the national competition to transform…
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February 28, 2024 at 7:29 PM

IDOC to Provide Career Information Across the State in March and April

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 28, 2024CONTACT:Naomi Puzzello, [email protected] to Provide Career Information Across the State in March and April(SPRINGFIELD) – The Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) will participate in at least 20 hiring events open to th…
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February 28, 2024 at 5:38 PM

ICC Approves IPA 2024 Long-Term Renewable Resources Procurement Plan

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 28, 2024 ICC CONTACTCayli BakerOffice: (312) 793-8841 [email protected] Approves IPA 2024 Long-Term Renewable Resources Procurement PlanChicago, IL – The Illinois Commerce Commission approved the Illinois Power Agency’s (IPA) 2024 Long-…
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February 28, 2024 at 5:12 PM

Gov. Pritzker Awards $10 Million in Illinois Soundstage Capital Grants

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, February 28, 2024 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Awards $10 Million in Illinois Soundstage Capital GrantsNew grantees will contribute production space for Illinois’ booming film industryCHICAGO — Governor JB Pritzker and the …
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February 28, 2024 at 4:37 PM

25th Illinois Product Expo Returns to Illinois State Fairgrounds March 2-3

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 28, 2024 CONTACT:Lori Harlan (217) 670-928325th Illinois Product Expo Returns to Illinois State Fairgrounds March 2-3SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) will host the Illinois Product Expo March 2 and 3 in the Orr Buil…
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February 28, 2024 at 3:37 PM

Today’s Challenge, Tomorrow’s Reward award recipients

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Feb. 28, 2024 CONTACT: Paul Wappel 217.685.0082Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919Today’s Challenge, Tomorrow’s Reward award recipientsRecord attendance at longtime Disadvantaged Business Enterprise conferenceSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportat…
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February 27, 2024 at 6:51 PM

Governor Pritzker Announces $6 Million for CEJA Returning Residents Program

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 27, 2024DCEO Contact:[email protected] Pritzker Announces $6 Million for CEJA Returning Residents ProgramEligible entities can now apply to deliver clean jobs training programs at correctional facilities as part of the landmark Clima…
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February 27, 2024 at 5:02 PM

Governor Pritzker Celebrates State-of-the-Art Advanced Manufacturing Training Center at Heartland College

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, February 27, 2024 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker Celebrates State-of-the-Art Advanced Manufacturing Training Center at Heartland College $7.5 Million State Investment Supports Illinois’ Growing EV Industry and WorkforceNORM…
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February 27, 2024 at 4:33 PM

Building Blocks of Success: IDOT announces March dates for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program workshops

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Feb. 27, 2024 CONTACT:Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919Paul Wappel 217.685.0082 Building Blocks of Success: IDOT announces March dates for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program workshopsSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation is hosting fr…
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February 27, 2024 at 4:17 PM

Mötley Crüe to Headline the Illinois State Fair Grandstand

Illinois e-News ReleaseMötley Crüe to Headline the Illinois State Fair GrandstandSPRINGFIELD, IL – Mötley Crüe will rock the Grandstand at the Illinois State Fair on Sat., Aug. 10.Hailing from Los Angeles, CA, Mötley Crüe has commandeered the rock pantheon for 40+ years. The iconic band has sold ove…
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February 26, 2024 at 9:22 PM

Du Quoin State Fairgrounds Launches Online Registration for Eclipse Weekend Camping

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 26, 2024CONTACT:Lori Harlan (217) 670-9283Du Quoin State Fairgrounds Launches Online Registration for Eclipse Weekend CampingDU QUOIN, IL – Just in time for the total solar eclipse that will bring tourists from around the world, the Illinois Depar…