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Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce Day

Happy Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce Day! Celebrate today by patronizing local businesses and recognizing the vital role that our chambers play in our community.


Tuesday, October 15, 2024
Reactivation requirements for 18 more professional license types now available online

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation expanded its pilot program for licensees seeking to reinstate or restore their licenses. Eighteen license types can now find their reactivation requirements…


Wednesday, October 9, 2024
This is Fire Prevention Week

This Fire Prevention Week, let’s all take concrete action towards eliminating the threat of fires in our homes and communities. Every small action is a step towards saving lives and…


Monday, October 7, 2024
Illinois is the Top Pumpkin-Producing State in the Nation

Representative Bill Hauter believes Illinois’ agricultural heritage is key to its success. “From field to table, Illinois pumpkins are essential to American traditions,” he said. “We take great pride in…


Monday, October 7, 2024
How to help in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene

It’s been more than a week since Hurricane Helene made landfall. It is now the fourth deadliest hurricane to make landfall in the U.S. mainland since 1950 and the deadliest…


Wednesday, October 2, 2024
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Each year in October we mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We rededicate ourselves to the fight against breast cancer and raise awareness about the importance of early detection. Many –…


Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Visiting Morton public works facility

A big thanks to Trent Reid for a very interesting tour of the Morton Public Works facility. It takes a lot of complex equipment to keep things running smoothly, and…


Monday, September 30, 2024
Great turnout for shred truck event

Thank you to everyone who turned out for our free shred truck event in Morton. We had a great turnout: more than 125 people came by to have their personal…


Saturday, September 28, 2024
National Hunting and Fishing Day

Happy National Hunting and Fishing Day! Today we celebrate these outdoor traditions that connect us with nature and bring us together. 


Tuesday, September 24, 2024
See Tracks? Think Train Week

This Rail Safety Week, make sure you know how to stay safe around railroad tracks. Here are some important rail safety tips from Operation Lifesaver: