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Thursday, November 30, 2023
National Computer Safety Day

National Computer Safety Day is meant to raise awareness around cyber security issues that affect millions of people every year. One small but important way to protect yourself online is…


Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Rep. Amy Elik Statement on U.S. Steel Layoffs in Granite City

U.S. Steel announced today up to 1,000 employees could be laid off at their Granite City steel mill. Illinois State Representative Amy Elik (R-Alton) issued the following statement: “I am…


Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Giving Tuesday

Giving Tuesday is a global movement that inspires people to do good. Today is a reminder that we can all be generous in our communities and one small act can…


Saturday, November 25, 2023
Small Business Saturday

Small Businesses are the backbone of local economies. This Small Business Saturday be sure to shop local and support the small businesses that make our communities thrive! 


Thursday, November 23, 2023
Happy Thanksgiving!

The first Thanksgiving took place over 400 years ago, but the spirit of the holiday lives on today. It reminds us to be thankful for all that we have, including…


Monday, November 20, 2023
Turkey producers an important part of Midwest agriculture

Five of the top poultry production states in the U.S. are in the Midwest, led by Minnesota. In Illinois, the turkey industry has a smaller, but still very important footprint. Poultry is big…


Saturday, November 18, 2023
National Adoption Day

National Adoption Day is dedicated to raising awareness of the over 100,000 children waiting for adoption in the United States. Today, communities across the country are celebrating adoption and advocating…


Friday, November 17, 2023
Deer Processing a Family Business in Illinois

Illinois has an estimated population of 850,000 deer, ranked 11th in the nation by one national magazine. Illinois also ranks seventh in the top deer hunting states list, with the…


Wednesday, November 15, 2023
National Education Support Professionals Day

National Education Support Professionals Day recognizes and celebrates the staff that ensures our schools run smoothly. Thank you to the professionals who do their part in making schools a place…


Tuesday, November 14, 2023
Capitol Update

Illinois General Assembly Concludes Fall Veto SessionWeek two of the Fall Veto Session was characterized more by what the Democratic Supermajority failed to deliver instead of what they did deliver….