With sky-high inflation still impacting hard-working Illinois families and the new school year set to begin, it’s important to consider ways to save money.  https://www.thecaucusblog.com/2024/08/ways-for-families-to-save-as-school.html

Illinois’ first crop yield forecast for 2024 is out. Here’s what is expected for corn, soybeans, and winter wheat crops across the state. https://www.wjbc.com/2024/08/13/usda-releases-first-crop-yield-forecast-for-2024-in-illinois

The typical Illinois homeowner now pays roughly $5,055 in property taxes, more than double the national average. These high tax rates place an unfair burden on Illinois families who are…

96% of Illinois farms are family-owned and we’d like to keep it that way. We can help farm families keep their land and livelihoods for generations to come by reforming…

Registration is open for Illinois Learn to Hunt’s Deer 101 fall workshops. These free, in-person events are designed to help new deer hunters get started in the sport. https://www.facebook.com/IllinoisLearnToHunt/posts/pfbid0YzfYpKWY9Wjvy7J7JXerPWjjeUcyN8A5Ci4imDAuLZii1VFDcc5nNghnpnYZXEaGl

The Illinois State Fair kicked off yesterday and runs through August 18. Here are some tips to keep in mind if you’re headed to the fairgrounds this year. https://www.wcia.com/news/organizers-share-reminders-as-illinois-state-fair-begins

Applications for vote by mail ballots are now available for the November 5 General Election. Those on the permanent vote by mail list will receive their ballots automatically on September…

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation has reached an agreement to secure a new professional licensing system for individuals whose careers require a license to work in Illinois….

According to the National Retail Federation, families with children in elementary through high school plan to spend an average of $874.68 on back-to-school shopping. https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/illinois-sales-tax-holiday-2024-dates-back-to-school/3513041

On this day in 2004, popcorn was named the official state snack food of Illinois. Celebrate by popping up and enjoying a batch! ?