Did you know last winter IDOT spread 318,604 tons of salt and plowed more than 17,000 miles in Illinois? That’s equivalent to driving from New York City to L.A. and…

In this issue: Firearm ban still a subject of court action After Illinois enacted a ban on many commonly-owned firearms back in January, Second Amendment advocates filed suit to overturn…

WATSEKA –State Representative Jason R. Bunting (R-Emington) announced that he will be hosting traveling office hours in Ford and Iroquois County on Tuesday December 19. “This is a way for…

The Illinois State Board of Education recently released the 2022-2023 School Report Cards. Illinois has four summative designations within the statewide school accountability system: Exemplary, Commendable, Targeted, Comprehensive & Intensive….

A few days ago Kira and I attended the Iroquois Economic Development Association Quarterly Meeting. It’s great to hear about everything that is going on in Iroquois County and the…

Sunday marks the 205th anniversary of Illinois joining the Union as the 21st state. Happy birthday Illinois!

National Military Family Month is a time for us to honor the sacrifices made by all military families who support those serving in our Armed Forces. Thank you to military…

Giving Tuesday is a global movement that inspires people to do good. Today is a reminder that we can all be generous in our communities and one small act can…

Small Businesses are the backbone of local economies. This Small Business Saturday be sure to shop local and support the small businesses that make our communities thrive! 

The first Thanksgiving took place over 400 years ago, but the spirit of the holiday lives on today. It reminds us to be thankful for all that we have, including…