Community
8 months ago
IDOA lifts poultry sale suspension

Poultry flock owners, managers, and veterinarians should report any unusual findings in domestic poultry, such as increase in mortality, decrease in water consumption, decrease in egg production, or respiratory signs, including coughing and sneezing, immediately to IDOA at 217-782-4944 or the United States Department of Agriculture at 866-536-7593

Community
8 months ago
Piatt County Master Gardeners host Over the Garden Gate Garden Walk 2025

Tickets are now on sale for $10 and can be purchased at go.illinois.edu/GW and at the following Monticello businesses:  Boka Shoppe, The Brown Bag Deli, Hartfield Book Company, Monticello Mercantile, Out of the Blue Polish Pottery, Prairie Fire Glass, 3Ravens and 3R2 coffee, and the Piatt County Extension Office.

Community
8 months ago
Illinois Public Health Department celebrates Pride Month with expanded LGBTQIA+ health programs

In celebration of Pride Month, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is highlighting a range of initiatives designed to improve health outcomes and expand access to care for the state’s LGBTQIA+ community.

Community
8 months ago
Goodwill brings affordable elegance to Champaign with Bridal Gown Show

Land of Lincoln Goodwill Industries is bringing wedding dreams within reach as it hosts a special Bridal Gown Show at its Champaign location on Saturday, June 7, and Sunday, June 8, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at 912 W. Anthony Dr.

Community
8 months ago
Illinois EPA warns of air quality impacts from Canadian wildfire smoke

The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (Illinois EPA) has issued an air quality advisory as smoke from Canadian wildfires has entered Illinois, with conditions expected to worsen through Friday evening and linger into Saturday.

Community
8 months ago
Eastern Illinois Foodbank hosting community repack event to fight food insecurity

The Eastern Illinois Foodbank is calling on community members to roll up their sleeves and lend a hand during its upcoming Community Repack event on Thursday, June 5, at its Volunteer Center in Urbana.

Community
8 months ago
Illinois State Fair box office opens June 2 with one-day only ticket deals and free giveaways

The Illinois State Fair Box Office opens Monday, June 2, with exclusive in-person deals for ticket buyers. For one day only, each concert or event ticket purchased in person will come with a free adult admission ticket — making entrance to the fair free for same-day buyers. The first 50 customers will also receive a free State Fair Foodie Pass that includes tasty perks like mini donuts, fries, and corndogs from local fair favorites.

Community
8 months ago
4-H Memorial Camp to celebrate 75 years of summer in Monticello

The 4-H Memorial Camp in Monticello is marking a major milestone — 75 years of building memories, friendships, and life skills for thousands of Illinois youth. To honor the occasion, Illinois 4-H is hosting a special celebration on Saturday, July 19, 2025, and inviting former campers, staff, alumni, and community members to join the festivities.

Community
8 months ago
Illinois EPA launches grant program to help communities combat sewer overflows and improve water quality

The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (Illinois EPA) has announced a new funding opportunity through its Overflow and Sewer Grant (OSG) program aimed at supporting local governments in tackling sewer overflows and improving stormwater infrastructure.

Community
8 months ago
Illinois honors 23 officers with Law Enforcement Medal of Honor for acts of bravery

Governor JB Pritzker joined Illinois State Police Director Brendan F. Kelly, the Law Enforcement Medal of Honor Committee, and officials from across the state on Friday to honor 23 officers for acts of extraordinary bravery at the 2024 Law Enforcement Medal of Honor Ceremony in Springfield.

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