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Gov. Pritzker Announces $31 Million in Regional Site Readiness Program Grant Awards
Today, Governor JB Pritzker joined the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) and local leaders to announce Regional Site Readiness Program awards totaling $31 million to support site readiness activities at 24 sites across the state. The program includes two competitive funding opportunities: Planning grants to support due diligence activities, studies and site…
Read MorePritzker announces the addition of over 5,000 publicly funded preschool seats
Seats made available for low-income families through ‘Smart Start’ program By Jade Aubrey and UIS Public Affairs Reporting (PAR) Over 5,000 preschool seats have opened for low-income families in Illinois through Smart Start Illinois in the past year.
Read MoreHow does cold weather affect garden plants?
By Ken Johnson, University of Illinois Extension, Horticulture Educator As cold weather sets in, we often find ourselves retreating indoors where it is warm. However, our landscape plants can’t do this, and during times of extreme cold, like this recent cold snap, we may find ourselves wondering how our plants will fare.
Read MoreU.S. DOE releases updated GREET model for biofuel feedstocks
By TAMMIE SLOUP FarmWeek The U.S. Department of Energy released an updated model evaluating lifecycle greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions for biofuel feedstocks under the 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit.
Read MoreWhat’s Happening In and around Jersey County Area – January 30, 2025
■ Thursday, Feb. 6 OSF Lymphedema Meeting at the OSF Rehabilitation Services office at Alton Square Mall from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Read MoreMWC Presents: Blood Is in the Air – A Night of Championship Wrestling & Legends on February 15
The Midwest Wrestling Coalition (MWC) is set to deliver its biggest event yet with Blood Is in the Air on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at the Alton-Wood River Sportsmen’s Club in Godfrey, IL. Featuring championship matches, heated rivalries, and a WWE Hall of Famer in action, this night will be one for the history books.
Read MoreWednesday Community Meals at the First Baptist Church of Jerseyville
Come to the Table is a free community meal sponsored by First Baptist Church Jerseyville. The meal will be served every Wednesday evening at the First Baptist Church of Jerseyville, 200 West Pearl Street. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the meal will be served at 5:45 p.m. There will be faith stories and songs…
Read MoreIllinois Valley Senior Citizens menu – January 30, 2025
Reservations must be made by 12 p.m. prior to the day you wish to eat. If you have made reservations and cannot attend, please notify the center at 618-498-3483. Whole wheat bread served daily except when noted with (*). 2% milk served daily. The menu may be subject to change based on product availability. Monday,…
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