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Wednesday, January 1, 2025
Happy New Year!

Wishing a very happy and fruitful New Year to you and your family!


Tuesday, December 31, 2024
Happy New Year’s Eve!

Happy New Year’s Eve! Wishing everyone a safe and fun night as we bring in the new year!


Monday, December 30, 2024
Happy Bacon Day!

Happy Bacon Day! Did you know that Illinois is one of the top producing states for pork products? Celebrate today by enjoying some bacon and thanking our pork farmers here…


Saturday, December 28, 2024
Recognizing Pledge of Allegiance Day

Today, we honor the Pledge of Allegiance and the values it represents: freedom, unity, and strength. Let’s remember the importance of standing together and upholding our shared American values! 


Wednesday, December 25, 2024
Happy Hanukkah to All Who Celebrate!

Happy Hanukkah to all who celebrate! May your home be filled with warmth, joy, and the blessings of the season.


Wednesday, December 25, 2024
Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas! May your day be filled with love, laughter, and the spirit of the holiday season. 


Tuesday, December 24, 2024
Merry Christmas Eve!

Merry Christmas Eve! Whether you’re gathered with family, enjoying a quiet night, or counting down the hours until tomorrow’s festivities begin, may the spirit of the season be with you….


Thursday, December 19, 2024
State Flag Commission Selects Top 10 Designs for Public Voting

From the Illinois Secretary of State’s Office: The Illinois Flag Commission selected its Top 10 finalists for the state flag redesign contest with public voting slated to begin in January….


Wednesday, December 18, 2024
Grant Funding Available for Fire Departments

Local Fire Departments looking to rehabilitate or build a fire station may be interested in $5 million in grant funding available to fire departments across the state. Applications are due…


Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Statewide Poster, Poetry, and Prose Contest

The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency is inviting fifth and sixth grade teachers to encourage their students to participate in the EPA’s annual Poster, Poetry, and Prose Contest. From the EPA: The…