The celebration takes place on June 6, at 2:00 p.m. at the Cornbelt Fire Protection District in Mahomet. For more details, contact Randy Smith, Public Information Officer at 217-403-7200 / 217-840-9434 or at randy.smith@champaignil.gov.
Whether you’re a seasoned angler or picking up a fishing rod for the first time, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is making it easy to enjoy the sport this summer. From June 13 to 16, residents and visitors can fish for free anywhere in Illinois—no license, inland trout stamp, or salmon stamp required.
The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is once again inviting Illinoisans to show off their creative side with the return of its popular photo contest. The second annual “Got Photos? Snap, Enter, Vote!” competition is now open through June 20, offering residents a chance to highlight how transportation shapes and connects communities across the state.
Four families have been displaced and two units badly affected by a structure fire that broke out just before 3:00 p.m. Tuesday at the Lake of the Woods Apartments in Mahomet. The fire triggered an emergency response from six local agencies.
The City of Urbana is set to host the first KidzBiz Pop-Up Shop of the summer on Sunday, June 8 at 3:00 p.m. The event will take place in the Mural Parking Lot of Lincoln Square Mall, located at 300 S. Broadway Ave.
The Rantoul Police Department has identified 25-year-old Henry J. Carr of Rantoul as the suspect arrested Tuesday in connection to the stabbing of an eight-year-old boy.
Champaign County Sheriff Dustin Heuerman is inviting the public to attend a special Employee Recognition Ceremony honoring outstanding service and dedication within the Sheriff’s Office.
Paxton-Buckley-Loda District 210 Superintendent Travis Duley has announced his resignation, citing prolonged stress and the demands of the role. In an email sent Tuesday to district families and staff, Duley said the challenges of the superintendency had begun to take a personal toll.
Use the Correct Form – Always file Form IL-1040-X to amend an individual income tax return.
Include Supporting Documents – If you are amending due to a federal adjustment, wait until the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) finalizes it, and include supporting proof with your amended return.
Provide a Clear Explanation – Use Step 11, Line D of Form IL-1040-X to clearly explain the reason for the amendment. Incomplete or unclear explanations may delay processing.
The Illinois Secretary of State’s office will have staff to answer questions about obtaining a commercial driver’s license for positions that require one. The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs also will be available to provide guidance on programs and services for qualified veterans. While a limited amount of laptops will be requires, attendees are required to bring their own.