Pritzker Signs Medicaid Omnibus Bill
Last week Governor JB Pritzker signed SB3365 into law, building a foundation to protect patients in anticipation of significant changes to the healthcare system in Illinois due to the federal HR1 legislation. This law will deliver significant reforms to Illinois’ hospital system and long-term care industry. The bipartisan Fiscal Year 2027 Medicaid Omnibus bill will…
Read MoreIllinois State Police Celebrates Historic 40th Year as a CALEA Accredited Law Enforcement Agency
The Illinois State Police (ISP) is celebrating its 40th anniversary of certification by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). CALEA is an internationally recognized gold standard in public safety excellence. On June 15, 1986, ISP became the first state police agency in the United States to achieve CALEA accreditation, highlighting ISP’s vision…
Read MoreFreak accident has miraculous outcome
By BETH ZUMWALT Monday, June 15 was like any other day for Shelby Hulett and her family.
Read MorePike County prepares for America’s 250th
The Pike America 250 committee has planned a celebration on Friday, July 3, at the Pike County courthouse lawn from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. The committee was originally formed as a sub-committee of the Pike County Nancy Ross DAR Chapter and now consists of 21 individuals from twelve entities in the county. Members include…
Read MoreCALHOUN COMMISSIONERS RECEIVE update on funding for ferry purchase
By Steven Spencer The Calhoun County Commissioners heard an update regarding the use of federal and state funding for the purchase of a tug and barge from the Calhoun Ferry Company.
Read MoreStelbrink earns 1st place as Jersey Panthers compete in State Special Olympics
By Steven Spencer The Jersey community gathered at Jersey Community High School Friday, June 12, to send off the Panthers as they headed to ISU for the Special Olympic State Competition.
Read MoreCARROLLTON TO FORM Animal Control Committee
By Carmen Ensinger For the first time in at least the last two decades, Carrollton City Council will have an Animal Control Committee.
Read MoreJERSEY BOARD APPROVES permit fees for short-term rentals with some opposition
By Steven Spencer The Jersey County Board approved two changes to the Tourism Ordinance that affect short-term rentals at their regular meeting on Tuesday, June 9.
Read MoreWHITE HALL APPROVES graduated sewer increase
By Carmen Ensinger White Hall sewer customers need to brace themselves for another increase on their sewer bill as the White Hall City Council approved a graduated usage rate that will increase the sewer rate of customers. This increase, however, is far less than the increase that came in April.
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