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Agronomy field day exposes area farmers to cutting edge research
By DAVID CAMPHOUSE Dozens of local farmers turned out for the annual field day at the Orr Agricultural Center outside Perry last Wednesday. The event – according to University of Illinois Research Specialist Luke Merritt, who manages the agronomic activities at the Orr Agricultural Center – is designed to share leading edge research conducted the…
Read MoreJWCC to host CNA informational session; funding opportunities available
By DAVID CAMPHOUSE John Wood Community College (JWCC) is hosting an informational session in Pittsfield for the college’s Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program at JWCC’s Southeast Education Center (SEC) on Monday, July 28 at 4 p.m. The fall semester Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program is scheduled to run from August 18 until the end of…
Read MoreIDHS preserves LGBTQIA+ youth support on 988 Lifeline amid federal cuts
Last Thursday, the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) announced that the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline in Illinois will continue to provide mental health support services for LGBTQIA+ youth, after the federal government ended funding last month for specific support on the 988 Lifeline. “The Trump Administration’s decision to end these specialized services is…
Read MoreBuilding Stronger Communities: U of I Extension Offers Dynamic Programs for Personal and Professional Growth
By Valerie Belusko University of Illinois Extension community and economic development educator Whether you’re a business owner, educator, government official, or community volunteer, University of Illinois Extension has powerful programs designed to help you lead, connect, and thrive. Led by Community and Economic Development Educator Valerie Belusko, these workshops offer practical tools for improving communication,…
Read MoreMembers Exhibit Success at 4-H Shows
Jersey County 4-H members exhibited over 390 projects at the summer 4-H shows July 3-7 at the Jersey County Fairgrounds. Members finished preparations for the 4-H shows by pledging their hands to larger service at fair clean-up on July 3 at the fairgrounds. Youth assisted in preparing livestock stalls, cleaning in the exhibit hall and…
Read MoreIllinois Unemployment Falls as Payroll Jobs Set Another Record High
The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today nonfarm payrolls totals reached a record high in June, increasing over-the-month up +9,400 to 6,175,200. June’s record payroll job total surpassed the previous high set in March, marking another milestone in Illinois’ record-setting year for total payroll employment. The May monthly change in payrolls was revised…
Read MoreApproved megabill provides tax certainty for farmers
By TAMMIE SLOUP FarmWeek The recently signed federal budget reconciliation bill includes key safety net and tax provisions that help farmers, but the legislation doesn’t replace a comprehensive five-year farm bill. President Donald Trump signed the nearly 900-page bill into law on July 4. Hundreds of provisions are included in the legislation, including updates to…
Read MorePritzker seeks more regulatory authority over homeowners insurance business
By Peter Hancock Capitol News Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is asking state lawmakers for more authority to regulate the homeowners insurance market in Illinois. His comments came after the Bloomington-based State Farm Fire and Casualty Company notified the Illinois Department of Insurance that it was raising premiums for residential property casualty insurance in Illinois by…
Read MoreIllinois bet on solar to meet its climate goals. Trump has the industry in his crosshairs.
Advocates push state to expand renewables incentives By ANDREW ADAMS Capitol News Illinois aadams@capitol newsillinois.com Congress’ latest budget package slashed federal tax incentives for solar developments. Industry insiders said the latest federal policies create “a lot of uncertainty.”
Read MoreApproved megabill provides tax certainty for farmers
By TAMMIE SLOUP FarmWeek The recently signed federal budget reconciliation bill includes key safety net and tax provisions that help farmers, but the legislation doesn’t replace a comprehensive five-year farm bill.
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