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Transportation Coalition Calls Budget Proposal Wrong Direction for Illinois
SPRINGFIELD – The Transportation for Illinois Coalition, an umbrella organization of business, labor, and infrastructure groups that advocates for federal and state transportation funding, recently issued the following statement in response to Gov. Pritzker’s proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget plan: “We are disappointed in and cannot support the Governor’s budget proposal to cut transportation funding…
IMA Statement on Governor’s Budget, State of the State Address
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Manufacturers’ Association (IMA) released the following statement regarding Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s annual budget and State of the State address: “Manufacturers applaud the Governor’s continued focus on workforce development and desire to create a skilled workforce to match modern manufacturing jobs. His proposals to create a new Chief Workforce Officer, enhance funding…
Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce Statement Following Gov. Pritzker’s Budget Address
CHICAGO – The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce issued the following statement in response to Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s budget address: “The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce commends Gov. Pritzker for introducing a budget that reflects his continued efforts to improve the state’s finances and advance economic development opportunities throughout Illinois. However, we are concerned about the lasting…
SIU Medicine Offers Farm Succession Planning Series
Considering farming for a few years, stepping back, or something in-between? Then, join an upcoming March live virtual series, “Planning for the Farm’s Future and Yours.” The programs are designed to assist farmers and farm families in developing a succession plan for future generations. Wesley Tucker, a field specialist in agricultural business at the University…
Joyce Measure to Expand Thorn Creek Woods Nature Preserve Passes Committee
State Sen. Patrick Joyce introduced a measure before the Senate Judiciary Committee recently that would expand the Thorn Creek Woods Nature Preserve in Will County. “The transfer of this portion of land would be a big win for the Thorn Creek Woods Nature Preserve,” said Joyce (D-Essex). “By acquiring more land, there would be an…
Franciscan Health Olympia Fields Names New Board Chair
Andrea Ramirez-Justin recently was appointed the new chairwoman of the Franciscan Health Olympia Fields Board of Trustees. She first joined the Board of Trustees in 2022 and also serves as a board member of the Franciscan Health Foundation for South Suburban Chicago. “Engaging in the communities where I live and work is exceptionally important to…
DeLuca Works to Protect Family Farms; Supports Plan to Overhaul Estate Tax
Wanting to ensure family farms can be passed from one generation to the next without unreasonable tax burdens, state Rep. Anthony DeLuca, is backing an overhaul of the state’s estate tax specific to farms. “When a loved one passes, we don’t want state taxes to force families to sell land, lose equipment, and break up…
Happy Birthday!!
Very special happy birthday wishes to: March 3: Gary Anderson!! March 6: John Saliba and Carol McConkey!! March 7: Margaret Johnson!!! March 8: A very special lady – Sarah Wegley at Crete Library!!!!!!! Wishing you many more!!!! March 9: Justin Schroeder and another special lady – Sharon Russell!!!
Emergency Blood Shortage: Give March 12
The American Red Cross is experiencing an emergency shortage as the nation faces the lowest number of people giving blood in 20 years. Help those in need as the University of St. Francis (USF) hosts its next American Red Cross blood drive on Tuesday, March 12, from 1 to 6 p.m., in the Assembly Hall…
JSO Presents ‘Remember’ February 24 – 25
The Joliet Symphony Orchestra (JSO) is pleased to announce the third concert series of its 2023-2024 Season with Artistic Director and Conductor Dr. Sean Paul Mills leading a program featuring works by Aaron Copland, Florence Price, Leonard Bernstein, and John Knowles Paine. Titled “Remember: A Celebration of Music ‘Made in America,’” the JSO will perform…
Kultivators Begin Yearly Event Planning
The Kankakee Kultivators Garden Club met at the Kankakee Library on February 8, with planning beginning for several upcoming events. Mark your calendars and save the date for these future events. March and April: Kultivator members begin selling gift cards for Benoit Greenhouse, Kankakee. Proceeds help fund the many projects of the club, as well…
Fifth ‘Makers Madness’ Contest to Name Coolest Thing Made in Illinois
Illinois-made products take spotlight as nominations open for bracket-style tournament. SPRINGFIELD – Voters looking for unique and innovative candidates to rally behind will soon have their say, as the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association (IMA) launched the fifth annual “Makers Madness” contest, a bracket-style tournament to name The Coolest Thing Made in Illinois. Presented by Comcast Business,…
Franciscan WorkingWell Chicago Heights Moving to New Location
Franciscan WorkingWell Chicago Heights is moving to a new location effective Monday, February 19. The existing location at 30 E. 15th Street, in Chicago Heights closes on Friday, February 16, with the new location opening on Monday, February 19, at 211 Dixie Highway, also in Chicago Heights. The new location will have new hours, which…
PJHS to Present ‘Annie JR.’ March 2-3
Peotone to learn important lessons: ‘You’re Never Fully Dressed without a Smile’ and ‘The Sun Will Come Out Tomorrow.’ Leaping Lizards! Peotone will “stick up its chin and grin and sing ‘Tomorrow! Tomorrow!’” when Peotone Junior High performs Annie JR., it was announced by Drew Cohen, president of Music Theatre International (MTI). Based on the…
Joyce Responds to Proposed Aqua Illinois Rate Increases
In response to Aqua Illinois filing a request with the Illinois Commerce Commission to increase the rate they charge for water, State Sen. Patrick Joyce issued the following statement recently: “Aqua Illinois recently filed for a water rate increase that could cause unnecessary financial hardships on families. Now is not the time to place another…
Advocate Children’s Hospital, Cubs Surprise Patients with Spring Training Trip
Three Advocate Children’s Hospital patients were surprised with the trip of a lifetime to Chicago Cubs Spring Training in Mesa, Arizona. The children and their families will spend three days as VIPs, meet Cubs players, get an all-access day at Sloan Park, watch the Cubs take on the Chicago White Sox, and so much more.…
Ozinga Calls for Property Tax Relief Bill Support
State Rep. Tim Ozinga (R-Mokena) released the following statement to call for support on a property tax relief bill: “There is a great injustice occurring in the State of Illinois that we have the power to fix,” said Rep. Ozinga. “The high property tax burden is suffocating families, communities, and businesses, especially in areas already…
