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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.


Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Halbrook Leads House in Remembering WWII Vet and Firefighter Jim Kelly, Sr.

World War II Veteran and Urbana Firefighter Jim Kelly, Sr. was remembered in the Illinois House during Veto Session, and he was honored for his unending commitment to his country…


Tuesday, November 26, 2024
Halbrook, House Honor IHSA 2A State Champion St. Anthony Boys Baseball

The Illinois House during their Fall Veto Session paused to recognize the outstanding accomplishments of the IHSA Class 2A State Champion St. Anthony High School boy baseball team. Rep. Halbrook…


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

Friday, November 22, 2024
Halbrook: Montgomery County Landowners Need Swift, Local Property Tax Solutions

The recent 1500% increase in wooded acreage assessments for some Montgomery County landowners is unacceptable and represents a deeply concerning attack on property rights, State Representative Brad Halbrook stressed today….