Inside: Department of Early Childhood law signed Legislation which would consolidate several state agencies and services into one department, the Department of Early Childhood, has been signed into law. The…

To minimize the spread of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (H5N1), the Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) announced a new testing requirement for lactating dairy cattle being exhibited at county fairs,…

Last week we had our first organizational meeting at the Old Dairy in Macomb for an upcoming Veteran/Senior Fair to be held in Macomb on September 9th from 9 a.m….

VA has added three cancers to the list of presumptive diseases covered under the Honoring our PACT Act of 2022 (P.L. 117-168). Male breast cancer, urethral cancer, and cancer of…

July is National Grilling Month! This month, get outside and fire up the grill to celebrate. Remember safe grilling practices while enjoying this activity. The State Fire Marshal has some…

Inside: Fix to senior homestead exemption continues to be blocked For more than 30 years, many seniors in Illinois have been eligible for a Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead…

For more than 30 years, many seniors in Illinois have been eligible for a Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption on their taxes. To qualify, a person 65 or…

Our Sons of the American Legion Post #1197 volunteers to collect admission fees at the Henry County Fair gates. Tammy and I volunteered to work the east gate near the…

Take Your Dog to Work Day is a celebration of the relationship between canine pets and their owners. If your job is dog-friendly, be sure to bring them along for…