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Chillicothe’s Rock Island museum a hidden gem
October 3, 2018

While the Rock Island Railroad Museum in Chillicothe has attracted visitors from as far away as Russia, it’s still considered a hidden gem locally. “The majority of visitors…
Woodford County News Briefs
October 3, 2018

STATE Voter registration available online Illinois residents 18 and older who are not registered to vote still have time to register in order to vote in November. The Illinois State…
Woodford County Calendar of Events Oct. 3 – Oct. 11
October 2, 2018

OCT. 4 Bradley Men’s Basketball Spaghetti Supper Thursday, 5:30-8 p.m. ITOO Hall, 4909 W. Farmington Road, Peoria $18; youth $8 The Voice of the Braves, Dave Snell, will lead…
Small Wonders event raises funds, support for OSF’s neonatal care
October 1, 2018

Despite its name, it’s no small wonder that OSF Healthcare Children’s Hospital changes lives through its Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. On Sept. 22, OSF held its 12th annual Small…
Illinois horticulture educator, naturalist leader retires after 30 years
September 30, 2018

As University of Illinois Extension horticulture educator Rhonda Ferree’s professional motto was “Making the world greener – one person and yard at a time.” After 30 years…
Bringing Peoria area’s past to life is mission for Historical Society director
September 27, 2018

Bringing history to life by telling the stories of Peoria’s past has been Colleen Johnson’s passion since she was named executive director of the Peoria Historical Society…

AG Raoul joins coalition urging FDA to act on cannabis products

July 21, 2019

SPRINGFIELD — As more states move to legalize the use of marijuana and other cannabis-related substances, state officials across the country are urging the U.S. Food and Drug Administration…

Chlorine levels to rise in many public water systems

July 21, 2019

CHICAGO – Some people in Illinois may soon notice the water coming out of their taps tastes different. The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency is on the verge of adopting new…

Suburban Republicans object to Sterigenics settlement

July 20, 2019

SPRINGFIELD – A clash over a court filing that would pave the way for the reopening of a medical sterilization company linked to increased cancer rates could result in a special legislative…

Firearms dealers, state rifle association challenge new licensing law

July 20, 2019

SPRINGFIELD — A group of firearms dealers along with the Illinois State Rifle Association filed a lawsuit this week seeking to overturn a new state law that imposes new, stringent…

Pritzker calls on flood-affected residents to report damage

July 19, 2019

SPRINGFIELD — Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s office is urging Illinoisans to report any damages caused by recent flooding to their county’s emergency management agencies in order to increase…