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September 6, 2024 at 4:25 PM

IDOA TO DISTRIBUTE NEARLY $525,000 IN FEDERAL FUNDING TO FORTIFY ILLINOIS’ SPECIALTY CROP INDUSTRY

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   September 6, 2024   CONTACT:  Lori Harlan (217) 670-9283IDOA TO DISTRIBUTE NEARLY $525,000 IN FEDERAL FUNDING TO FORTIFY ILLINOIS’ SPECIALTY CROP INDUSTRYThe 2024 USDA Specialty Crop Block Grant program will enhance the competitiveness of specialty cr…
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September 5, 2024 at 7:32 PM

IDNR to accept bids for agriculture leases for 2025-2029

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024 Media contact: [email protected] to accept bids for agriculture leases for 2025-2029SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) will accept sealed bids this fall for about 30 agricultural lease co…
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September 4, 2024 at 7:30 PM

Scholarship Program Helps Families of Laid off Coal Workers in Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 5, 2024   Contacts:  Amanda Pankau, Director of Energy and Community Resiliency, Prairie Rivers Network, [email protected], 217-840-3057 Lynne Baker, Managing Director of Communications, Illinois Student Assistance Commission, Lynne.Bak…
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September 3, 2024 at 2:01 PM

Mandatory Medicaid-enrolled healthcare provider revalidation resuming, following pandemic pause

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Sept. 3, 2024 CONTACT:[email protected] [email protected] Medicaid-enrolled healthcare provider revalidation resuming, following pandemic pauseProviders actively enrolled in the Illinois Medicaid program will need to revalidate th…
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September 3, 2024 at 1:17 PM

Illinois Department of Labor Presents 2024 Labor Day Report

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 2, 2024   Contact: Paul Cicchini 217-785-1719 [email protected] Department of Labor Presents 2024 Labor Day ReportHighlights efforts to prevent worker exploitation, work done on behalf of Illinoisans   SPRINGFIELD – The Illinoi…
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September 2, 2024 at 2:02 PM

Illinois Department of Labor Presents 2024 Labor Day Report

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 2, 2024 Contact: Paul Cicchini [email protected] Department of Labor Presents 2024 Labor Day ReportHighlights efforts to prevent worker exploitation, work done on behalf of IllinoisansSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Depar…
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August 30, 2024 at 4:17 PM

Department on Aging Announces Roundtables to Discuss Aging Issues and Priorities

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Aug. 30, 2024 CONTACT: [email protected] Department on Aging Announces Roundtables to Discuss Aging Issues and PrioritiesSPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State aging officials are holding a series of roundtable discussions—open to service providers, older adu…
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August 30, 2024 at 3:07 PM

Gov. Pritzker Issues Disaster Proclamation After Severe Weather and Flooding Affects Multiple Counties in Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseMedia ReleaseAugust 30, 2024Director Alicia Tate-NadeauPublic Information Officer Kevin Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected]. Pritzker Issues Disaster Proclamation After Severe Weather and Flooding Affects Multiple Counties in IllinoisSPRINGFIELD – Governor JB Pritzker …
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August 29, 2024 at 9:13 PM

Illinois Conservation Police caution boaters to wear life jackets and operate responsibly this Labor Day weekend

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, Aug. 29, 2024 Media contact: [email protected] Conservation Police caution boaters to wear life jackets and operate responsibly this Labor Day weekendSPRINGFIELD – This Labor Day weekend, the Illinois Conservation Police remin…
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August 29, 2024 at 6:14 PM

Gaming Board Welcomes New Gaming Agents

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:August 29, 2024For More Information Contact:Beth [email protected] Board Welcomes New Gaming AgentsThree Agents Graduate from Police Academy Ceremony in SpringfieldThe Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) welcomed three new g…
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August 29, 2024 at 5:19 PM

ICJIA Awards $35 Million in Restore, Reinvest, and Renew (R3) Program Grants

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 29, 2024   CONTACT: Cristin Evans [email protected] Awards $35 Million in Restore, Reinvest, and Renew (R3) Program Grants Funds will support local organizations with smaller budgets in communities heavily affected by violence, crim…
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August 29, 2024 at 5:02 PM

IDPH Marks National Food Safety Education Month in September

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 29, 2024   CONTACT: [email protected] [email protected]  IDPH Marks National Food Safety Education Month in SeptemberBasic precautions can help you avoid foodborne illness at your Labor Day cookout or fall football tailgate partyS…
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August 29, 2024 at 4:47 PM

IDNR recognizes 2024 outstanding volunteers of the year

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                                 Thursday, Aug. 29, 2024   Media contact: [email protected] recognizes 2024 outstanding volunteers of the yearVolunteers provide vital support to parks, preser…
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August 29, 2024 at 2:02 PM

VISIT ILLINOIS PRODUCT EXPO AT THE DU QUOIN STATE FAIR

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Aug. 29, 2024   CONTACT:  Lori Harlan (217) 670-9283VISIT ILLINOIS PRODUCT EXPO AT THE DU QUOIN STATE FAIRDU QUOIN, IL – The Du Quoin State Fair celebrates Illinois agriculture – the state’s number one industry – and there’s no better way to experience …
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August 28, 2024 at 5:18 PM

Illinois EPA Awards Over $483,000 to Public Water Supply Facilities for Energy Efficiency Upgrades

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 28, 2024   Contact:  Kim Biggs 217-558-1536 [email protected] Illinois EPA Awards Over $483,000 to Public Water Supply Facilities for Energy Efficiency UpgradesSPRINGFIELD — The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency's Office of Ene…
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August 28, 2024 at 2:21 PM

Treasurer Frerichs Makes Record $1.5 Billion In Investment Earnings for State Portfolio During FY24

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 28, 2024 CONTACT:Eric Krol 312.814.1252Treasurer Frerichs Makes Record $1.5 Billion In Investment Earnings for State Portfolio During FY24 Record $1 billion for cities, school districts through Illinois Funds The State Treasurer’s Office made a re…
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August 27, 2024 at 8:42 PM

Illinois Veterans’ Homes Manage Increase in COVID-19 Cases

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Maureen S Hartigan Aug 27, 2024        FOR MORE INFORMATION [email protected]    773-590-9848Illinois Veterans’ Homes Manage Increase in COVID-19 Cases Springfield, IL –The Illinois Veterans’ Homes at LaSalle, Manteno, and Quincy are experie…
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August 27, 2024 at 8:04 PM

First Illinois West Nile Virus Death of 2024 is Reported by IDPH in Lake County

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:August 27, 2024CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.govFirst Illinois West Nile Virus Death of 2024 is Reported by IDPH in Lake CountyCHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced the first 2024 death of an Illino…
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August 27, 2024 at 3:09 PM

Illinois EPA Announces New Funding Opportunity for Green Infrastructure Projects to Improve Water Quality

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 27, 2024   Contact:  Kim Biggs 217-558-1536 [email protected] Illinois EPA Announces New Funding Opportunity for Green Infrastructure Projects to Improve Water Quality$5 Million Available for Green Infrastructure Grant Opportunities P…
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August 26, 2024 at 3:02 PM

Illinois Department of Revenue Reminds Eligible Taxpayers to Take Advantage of Back-to-School Tax Benefits

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release  August 26, 2024   Media Contact: Maura Kownacki Phone: 312-814-1777Illinois Department of Revenue Reminds Eligible Taxpayers to Take Advantage of Back-to-School Tax BenefitsCHICAGO – As the new school year gets underway, the Illinois Department of Reve…
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August 23, 2024 at 9:35 PM

Disaster Drills Are Only One Way to Be Prepared This School Year

Illinois e-News ReleaseAugust 23, 2024Public Information Officer Kevin Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected] Drills Are Only One Way to Be Prepared This School YearCHICAGO – As students head back into classrooms across Illinois, the Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homel…
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August 23, 2024 at 1:09 PM

Illinois DCFS Welcomes Families to the 2024 Du Quoin State Fair

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release August 23, 2024   Contact: Heather Tarczan [email protected] 312-590-0875Illinois DCFS Welcomes Families to the 2024 Du Quoin State FairEncourages Visitors to be Superheroes to Children by becoming foster parents or working for DCFS DU QUOIN – …
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August 22, 2024 at 3:01 PM

IDPH to Offer Public Health Information, Services at DuQuoin State Fair

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 22, 2024 CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.gov IDPH to Offer Public Health Information, Services at DuQuoin State FairInformation, giveaways will be offered at department’s tentSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public …
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August 21, 2024 at 7:04 PM

DU QUOIN STATE FAIR ANNOUNCES 2024 THEME DAYS

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 21, 2024 CONTACT: Lori Harlan(217) 670-9283DU QUOIN STATE FAIR ANNOUNCES 2024 THEME DAYSDu Quoin, IL – The Du Quoin State Fair announces theme days for 2024. “Theme days highlight the diversity of the Du Quoin State Fair and celebrate everything we…
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August 21, 2024 at 5:02 PM

IDPH Posts 2nd Quarter 2024 Nursing Home Violations

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 21, 2024   CONTACT: [email protected] [email protected] Posts 2nd Quarter 2024 Nursing Home Violations CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced that it has posted the 2024 Second Quarterly Report of…
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August 16, 2024 at 3:17 PM

Fishing activities, exhibits plentiful in Conservation World the final weekend of the Illinois State Fair

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, Aug. 16, 2024 Media contact: [email protected] activities, exhibits plentiful in Conservation World the final weekend of the Illinois State FairSPRINGFIELD – Visitors to the Illinois State Fair are invited to explore a variety o…
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August 15, 2024 at 9:13 PM

LIL WAYNE CONCERT BREAKS ILLINOIS STATE FAIR GRANDSTAND ATTENDANCE RECORDS

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release August 15, 2024 Contact:Lori Harlan 217.670.9283LIL WAYNE CONCERT BREAKS ILLINOIS STATE FAIR GRANDSTAND ATTENDANCE RECORDS SPRINGFIELD, IL – Lil Wayne brought big numbers to the Illinois State Fair Grandstand Wednesday night. Illinois State Fair official…
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August 15, 2024 at 7:16 PM

Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice to receive young adult transfers from Illinois Department of Corrections to provide high school educational services

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 15, 2024   CONTACT: Dominique Newman                [email protected] Department of Juvenile Justice to receive young adult transfers from Illinois Department of Corrections to provide high school educational services Senate Bil…
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August 15, 2024 at 5:23 PM

Growth in Illinois Payroll Jobs, Unemployment Rate Up in July

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR RELEASE: August 15, 2024   CONTACT: Rebecca Cisco 217.524.1219 [email protected]  Growth in Illinois Payroll Jobs, Unemployment Rate Up in JulySPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that the unemployment rate increased…
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August 15, 2024 at 4:45 PM

JONAS BROTHERS CONCERT STARTING EARLIER TONIGHT AT THE ILLINOIS STATE FAIR

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release August 15, 2024 Contact:Lori Harlan 217.670.9283JONAS BROTHERS CONCERT STARTING EARLIER TONIGHT AT THE ILLINOIS STATE FAIRSPRINGFIELD, IL – Due to Thursday evening’s weather forecast, the start time for the Jonas Brothers concert has been moved up to 7 p.…
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August 15, 2024 at 4:23 PM

Illinois State Museum’s Lockport Gallery celebrates recent art acquisitions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, Aug. 15, 2024 For more information contact:John Lustig, director, ISM Lockport [email protected] State Museum’s Lockport Gallery celebrates recent art acquisitionsSPRINGFIELD – New additions to the Illinois State Museum’s a…
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August 15, 2024 at 12:28 AM

GOVERNOR'S SALE OF CHAMPIONS INVESTS IN FUTURE AGRICULTURAL LEADERS

Illinois e-News Release For Immediate Release Contact: August 14, 2024 Lori Harlan 217.670.9283  GOVERNOR'S SALE OF CHAMPIONS INVESTS IN FUTURE AGRICULTURAL LEADERSGovernor JB Pritzker and First Lady MK Pritzker Donate $105,000SPRINGFIELD, IL – The annual Governor's Sale of Champions at…
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August 13, 2024 at 4:03 PM

Frerichs Celebrates National ABLE Savings Day

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Aug. 13, 2024 CONTACT:Adriana Colindres 217.558.1920Eric Krol 312.814.1252Frerichs Celebrates National ABLE Savings Day People with Disabilities Achieve Greater Financial Independence Through ABLE Savings and Investment Accounts Illinois State Treasurer M…
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August 13, 2024 at 1:14 PM

IDNR announces cicada art show winners

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2024Media contact: [email protected] announces cicada art show winnersNearly 350 artists entered original cicada-themed art and photographySPRINGFIELD – The rare double-brood emergence of billions of cicadas that Illinois experien…
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August 12, 2024 at 1:45 PM

Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Returns Record $301 Million to Residents In Fiscal Year 2024

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 12, 2024CONTACT:Eric Krol 312.814.1252Adriana Colindres 217.558.1920Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Returns Record $301 Million to Residents In Fiscal Year 2024Money Match Drives Big Increase in Missing Money Returned Illinois State Trea…
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August 9, 2024 at 4:03 PM

Visit IDOI at the 2024 Illinois State Fair for Insurance Tips and a Gift Bag

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  August 9, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT [email protected] IDOI at the 2024 Illinois State Fair for Insurance Tips and a Gift Bag Chicago – The Illinois Department of Insurance (IDOI) outreach table is located in the Lieutenant Governor's tent at the …
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August 9, 2024 at 2:18 PM

Department on Aging to Host Senior Day at the State Fair on Aug. 12

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Aug. 9, 2024   CONTACT: [email protected] Department on Aging to Host Senior Day at the State Fair on Aug. 12SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Adults aged 60 and older can enter the Illinois State Fair for free on Monday, Aug. 12, and those who visit the Illi…
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August 9, 2024 at 2:02 PM

Free Entertainment at the Illinois State Fair

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release August 9, 2024 Contact:Lori Harlan 217.670.9283Free Entertainment at the Illinois State FairSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois State Fair offers a variety of free entertainment, allowing families to have fun together without breaking the bank.   “The Illinois…
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August 8, 2024 at 8:57 PM

IDNR dedicates Conservation World 2024 in honor of Brent Manning

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, Aug. 8, 2024Media contact: [email protected] dedicates Conservation World 2024 in honor of Brent ManningManning, who died in January, was the longest serving director of IDNR.SPRINGFIELD – State officials on Thursday dedicated Con…
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August 8, 2024 at 8:26 PM

Gov. Pritzker Proclaims August 11th as 811 Day in Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 8, 2024ICC CONTACTCayli BakerOffice: (312) [email protected]. Pritzker Proclaims August 11th as 811 Day in IllinoisSpringfield, IL – At the request of the Illinois Commerce Commission, Governor JB Pritzker has proclaimed August 11,…
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August 8, 2024 at 2:02 PM

Illinois Housing Development Authority Announces $37 Million Available for Non-Congregate Shelter Developments

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release  Thursday, August 8, 2024   Contact: Andrew Field  [email protected] Illinois Housing Development Authority Announces $37 Million Available for Non-Congregate Shelter DevelopmentsCHICAGO – The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) announced toda…
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August 8, 2024 at 1:28 PM

IDNR accepting public comment on next round of mine reclamation projects

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, Aug. 8, 2024 Media contact: [email protected] accepting public comment on next round of mine reclamation projectsDeadline to comment is Sept. 20SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is accepting public comm…
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August 8, 2024 at 1:02 PM

Illinois State Fair Offers ‘Know Before You Go’ Tips

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release August 8, 2024 Contact:Lori Harlan 217.670.9283Illinois State Fair Offers ‘Know Before You Go’ TipsSPRINGFIELD, IL – Before you head out to enjoy the Illinois State Fair, take a moment to review some tips for the best experience.   Grandstand If you pur…
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August 7, 2024 at 9:21 PM

Illinois Increases Investments in Climate Smart Agriculture Practices

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 7, 2024     CONTACT:   Lori Harlan (217) 670-9283Illinois Increases Investments in Climate Smart Agriculture PracticesUS EPA grant provides incentives for strip till, no-till and cover crops   SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Agricult…
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August 7, 2024 at 8:31 PM

2024 Illinois State Fair Butter Cow Unveiled

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release August 7, 2024 Contact:Lori Harlan 217.670.92832024 Illinois State Fair Butter Cow UnveiledSPRINGFIELD, IL – Governor JB Pritzker and Illinois State Fair officials unveiled the Butter Cow today in the Dairy Building on the Illinois State Fairgrounds. Insp…
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August 7, 2024 at 3:08 PM

OSFM Announces $4 Million in Funding for the Small Equipment Grant Program

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: August 7, 2024   Contact: JC Fultz 217-685-2041 [email protected] Announces $4 Million in Funding for the Small Equipment Grant ProgramAll interested departments should send an application to OSFM electronically or postmarked no later than O…
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August 7, 2024 at 2:52 PM

Treasurer Michael Frerichs Announces Winners of 2024 Cream of the Crop Photography Contest

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Aug. 7, 2024   CONTACT: Adriana Colindres             217.558.1920         Eric Krol                              312.814.1252Treasurer Michael Frerichs Announces Winners of 2024 Cream of the Crop Photography ContestStudents Earn Bright Start Scholarshi…
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August 7, 2024 at 2:34 PM

The Illinois African Descent-Citizens Reparations Commission hosts Public Hearings in East St. Louis

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: August 7, 2024 Contact: [email protected] Illinois African Descent-Citizens Reparations Commission hosts Public Hearings in East St. LouisEast St. Louis, IL—The State of Illinois African Descent-Citizens Reparations Commission (ADCRC) announ…
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August 7, 2024 at 2:03 PM

Illinois DCFS Welcomes Families to the 2024 Illinois State Fair And Encourages Visitors to be Superheroes to Children by Becoming Foster Parents or Working for DCFS

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August 6, 2024 at 7:28 PM

Illinois EPA State Fair Exhibit Promotes Waste Reduction

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 6, 2024 Contact: Kim [email protected] EPA State Fair Exhibit Promotes Waste ReductionLearn about Reducing Waste, Why it is Important, and Proper Trash Disposal   SPRINGFIELD – Illinois Environmental Protection Agency …