A former volunteer with the Marion VA has taken the title as the new Illinois State Disabled American Veteran (DAV) Commander.  https://www.wsiltv.com/news/top-stories/marion-va-volunteer-becomes-illinois-state-dav-commander/article_d34791e6-45e5-11ef-8e80-47f1a3a2c578.html

Here are some helpful tips for navigating insurance claims after this week’s severe weather.  https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/catastrophe/navigating-insurance-claims-after-illinois-weather-devastation-497912.aspx

A widespread technology outage this morning impacted a number of services in Illinois and around the world. Here’s what you should know. https://www.nprillinois.org/2024-07-19/widespread-technology-outage-disrupts-flights-and-banking-around-the-world

The Illinois Pork Producers Association has launched a new grant program aimed at supporting pork research in high schools and colleges.

Happy National Hot Dog Day! No matter how you prepare them, hot dogs are a summer food staple. Be sure to enjoy a hot dog today to celebrate. ?

The Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation (IDFPR) is reminding individuals with certain professional licenses currently up for renewal to start the renewal process before their license expires. Several…

A suspect has been named in the attempt on former President Trump’s life, and information about him is continuing to come in. Here’s what we know so far. https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/fbi-names-suspect-in-trump-assassination-attempt

Democrats’ mid-cycle elections law that was found unconstitutional earlier this year is now in the hands of the Illinois Supreme Court. https://www.thecentersquare.com/illinois/article_44cf2b5c-3ef8-11ef-900d-2307e264743d.html

Changes are coming to the Secretary of State’s Drivers Services Facility in Shelbyville, including a temporary relocation while renovations are underway.

Happy National Cow Appreciation Day! Whether it be providing us with dairy or beef products, cows are an important part of our food supply.