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Chicago’s Wild Blossom Meadery introduces new generation to ancient elixir
By CELESTE HUTTES Illinois Farm Bureau Partners Wild Blossom Meadery & Winery works to bring back an ancient elixir, testing out new and unique flavors all while paying ode to the bees that make this buzzworthy beverage possible.
Read MoreLet’s Cook! – July 24, 2025
As I am writing this column, it’s really hot outside! I have no desire to stand outside at the grill, but still I want to share this recipe. It’s been one of my favorite recipes.
Read MoreLocal legislators launch school supply drive
As families prepare for the upcoming school year, State Senator Jil Tracy (R-Quincy), Representative Kyle Moore (R-Quincy), and Representative C.D. Davidsmeyer (R-Murrayville) are inviting the community to help local students start the year strong through their first Back-to-School Supplies Drive. The drive runs now through August 8, with all donated supplies benefiting students across their…
Read MoreTri-County advances to state tournament
SCOTT: Florence Bridge still on delay
By BETH ZUMWALT Construction of a new bridge carrying U.S. 106 over the Illinois River at Florence has been delayed again. “The Florence Bridge replacement project has been delayed,” Paul Wapell, public information officer for the Illinois Department of Transportation, said. “Land acquisition and permitting activities are nearing completion.” Land acquisition and permitting activities have…
Read MoreScott County Fair royalty crowned
Free Community Skin Cancer Screening Event July 26
Jacksonville Memorial Hospital and Simmons Cancer Institute will offer a free community skin cancer screening event from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, July 26, at Jacksonville Memorial Hospital, 1600 W. Walnut St. Screenings will be conducted by a dermatology team from Simmons Cancer Institute at SIU School of Medicine. Participants should not currently be…
Read MoreIDOL Publishes 2025 Prevailing Wage Rates Across Illinois
The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) has released the 2025 prevailing wage rates for construction trades for all counties in the State. The updated rates, which took effect Tuesday, July 15, are the result of IDOL’s annual statewide survey conducted under the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act. The Act requires that workers on publicly funded construction…
Read MoreIntoxicating hemp remains unregulated in Illinois following legislative inaction
By Isabella Schoonover, Simon Carr Medill Illinois News Bureau Justin and Anna Ward of Stoney Branch Farms were anxiously awaiting action on legislation to regulate intoxicating hemp products this spring in Illinois, which would have determined the future of their family-run hemp business in Rushville. But it never came. Hemp farming has been legal and…
Read MoreMedicaid cuts projected to impact healthcare facilities
By BETH ZUMWALT A list released recently by the Brown University Department of Public Health named the most vulnerable Illinois nursing homes that would be threatened with closure by the recently passed cuts to Medicaid funding as part of the “One Big Beautiful Bill.” While no Pike County facilities are listed, two area skilled nursing…
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