Did you know peaches grow well in central and southern Illinois? Our state produces over 7,000 tons of peaches in an average year. This National Peach Month we honor the…

The Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation (IDFPR) is reminding individuals with certain professional licenses currently up for renewal to start the renewal process before their license expires. Several…

Bill Hauter is a Republican who resides in Morton and represents the 87th House District. He is a medical doctor who specializes in anesthesiology at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center…

Here are a few tips to keep in mind to stay safe in extreme heat: ☀ Stay out of the sun. If you must be in the sun, wear sunscreen (at…

The American Red Cross of Illinois stresses the ever-present demand for all blood types at its central Illinois locations and surrounding areas. Jayce Eustice, communications manager with the nonprofit, said this month,…

The 2024 Paris Olympics are just around the corner as athletes from across the world prepare to compete on the global stage. Among the lineup of competitors are several from Illinois who…

The Illinois State Fair Museum Foundation is seeking 10 individuals to spotlight each day of the Illinois State Fair as an Illinoisan of the Day. The Illinoisan of the Day program…

July is the peak month for grill fires in the United States. Stay safe this National Grilling Month with these grilling tips.

As a general rule, consumer fireworks are not legal in Illinois. The Pyrotechnic Use Act, passed in 1942, bans the sale, possession and use of all consumer fireworks. These items…