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Wednesday, December 4, 2024
New Rule for Job Postings Set to go into Effect

A new law that goes into effect on January 1 requires companies to list an expected salary range in job postings. Here’s what you need to know. https://www.25newsnow.com/2024/12/04/new-illinois-law-will-require-employers-include-salary-range-job-postings/?outputType=amp


Tuesday, December 3, 2024
It’s Giving Tuesday!

Happy Giving Tuesday! Today is all about the importance of giving back to others. From volunteering your time to donating to charity, there are so many ways to celebrate this…


Sunday, December 1, 2024
Deer Meat Donation Program is Back

The Illinois Deer Donation Program returns for its third donation season as “Hunters Feeding Illinois.” The name change reflects an expanded partnership among Feeding Illinois, Southern Illinois Food Pantry Network,…


Saturday, November 30, 2024
Shop Small This Holiday Season!

This Small Business Saturday let’s show some love to our local entrepreneurs! Every purchase makes a difference in creating jobs, supporting dreams, and strengthening the local economy. Support your community…


Thursday, November 28, 2024
Thanksgiving Blessings

Happy Thanksgiving! Today let us all take a moment to appreciate the blessings we have. Wishing everyone a day filled with warmth, joy, and gratitude.


Monday, November 25, 2024
Minimum Wage Hike Coming in the New Year

Minimum wage is set to increase again in Illinois on January 1. Here’s what you should know. https://www.wandtv.com/news/what-is-the-minimum-wage-in-illinois-what-to-know-as-the-rate-increases/article_bae0509e-aa9d-11ef-967c-db8b95dbcc3c.html


Saturday, November 23, 2024
Railroad Crossing Safety Upgrades Coming to Shelby County

Thursday, November 21, 2024
DOC Employees Facing Threat from Substances Mailed to Inmates

We need to take immediate action to protect correctional officers, staff, and inmates from the growing threat posed by dangerous substances entering Illinois prisons through the mail. https://www.wsiltv.com/news/top-stories/illinois-state-representatives-call-for-action-on-drug-exposures-in-correctional-facilities/article_7caa6116-a769-11ef-9f6d-53432209cd3d.html


Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Veto Session-Week 2

Today we kick off the second week of the fall veto session in Springfield and another opportunity to address the major issues facing our state. House Republicans are ready to…


Sunday, November 17, 2024
Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week

During Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, we raise awareness for those who face the struggles of homelessness and hunger every day. Together, we can make a difference. Whether it’s through…