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National speculation helps ‘get more for the people of Illinois,’ Pritzker says
By Ben Szalinski Gov. JB Pritzker began his third campaign for governor last Thursday, but much of the buzz around his 2026 campaign announcement focused on 2028. Pritzker made four stops around the state to launch his campaign, fielding questions about any future interest in the presidency and what is driving him to run for…
Read More‘I have work to do,’ Pritzker says in launching third-term reelection bid
By Ben Szalinski and Andrew Adams Capitol News Illinois In a hot gymnasium on Chicago’s South Side, Gov. JB Pritzker announced last Thursday morning he’s running for a potentially historic third term as governor. In his announcement speech, Pritzker said he is running to “protect” the story he’s been telling about Illinois — one that…
Read MoreBirth to Five Illinois wraps up fiscal year with major impact tools
Birth to Five Illinois has released several key pieces that highlight another year of progress: an Impact Report, infographics for every Illinois Region, and an animated Action Plan video. Together, these tools underscore Birth to Five Illinois’ commitment to advancing Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) through authentic, community-led solutions. Impact Report The Birth to…
Read MoreIllinois Farm Bureau and the Illinois Press Foundation award grants to 26 school journalism efforts
Illinois Farm Bureau and the Illinois Press Foundation today announce the awarding of grants to 26 high school journalism efforts throughout the state. The awards are part of the Illinois High School Journalism Grants Program offered by the Illinois Press Foundation and financially sponsored for a fourth consecutive year by Illinois Farm Bureau. More than…
Read MoreWilsonville man arrested following burglaries in Calhoun and Pike
By Steven Spencer A 40-year-old Wilsonville man was taken into custody last week after a string of burglaries in Calhoun County and Pike County. Casey W. Sobberi, of Wilsonville, is facing multiple charges in both Calhoun and Pike counties following a series of burglaries to local businesses, including the Jiffi Stop in Pleasant Hill, Flowers…
Read MoreTown Hall with Congresswoman Budzinski this Saturday, June 28
By Steven Spencer Area Democratic party organizations are sponsoring a Town Hall meeting from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. this Saturday, June 28, at the Jersey County Governmental Building located at 200 North Lafayette Street in Jerseyville.
Read MoreThousands of barges face retirement cliff
By TAMMIE SLOUP FarmWeek The U.S. barge market is facing a retirement cliff, which could impact ag transportation logistics, one analyst warned. Ken Eriksen, managing member and strategic adviser at Polaris Analytics & Consulting, provided an overview of the evolving landscape of agriculture and barge transport during a recent FreightWeekSTL panel session hosted by the…
Read MoreIllinois teen’s legacy remembered with FFA donation
By HANNAH SPANGLER FarmWeek Nearly 50 years after playing tuba in the Illinois FFA State Band, state Rep. Charlie Meier returned to Illinois FFA State Convention for the next generation of agriculturalists.
Read MoreM.J.M. Electric Cooperative holds 86th Annual Meeting
Members of M.J.M. Electric Cooperative gathered on Thursday, June 12, for the 86th Annual Meeting of Members at the M.J.M. headquarters in Carlinville. The meeting was conducted as a drive-thru with a brief, informal session. A total of 402 members registered at the event, and 713 meals were served within the three-hour duration of the…
Read MoreLet’s Cook! – June 26, 2025
I love breakfast food, but I am not inclined to make myself a big breakfast in the morning, so I often make “breakfast” for my supper. A few days ago, I tried a new recipe that turned out pretty good! This recipe is going into my binder of favorite recipes!
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