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Illinois DOGE Profile: Family Matters Inc.

By H. K. Calvert | Sep 16, 2025

Family Matters Inc., a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $125,000 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102- 6 0698).

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Senator Sally Turner receives Legislator of the Year honor from county veterans group

By E. K. Rodriguez | Sep 16, 2025

State Senator Sally Turner (R-Beason) has been recognized as the 2025 Legislator of the Year by the Illinois Association of County Veterans Assistance Commissions.

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WICS‑ABC20 reporter resigns after being suspended for tribute to Charlie Kirk: 'I am the first to be targeted for honoring him on air'

By R. K. Godfrey | Sep 16, 2025

Beni Rae Harmony, a former reporter at WICS-ABC20, announced her resignation on social media platform X after being suspended for airing what she described as a nonpartisan tribute to Charlie Kirk.

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Illinois Sen. Sally Turner highlights Veterans Day tribute, honors local teacher

By E. K. Rodriguez | Sep 16, 2025

Families across Illinois are being invited to honor veterans through the annual Veterans Day Wall of Honor display at the Statehouse, hosted by the Illinois Senate Republican Caucus.

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Illinois enacts student mental health screenings; lawmakers honor Charlie Kirk after fatal shooting

By E. K. Rodriguez | Sep 16, 2025

A new law in Illinois will require public schools to conduct annual mental health screenings for all students from grade 3 through high school graduation, with full statewide implementation targeted for the 2027-2028 school year.

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Illinois Soybean Growers announce free grain bin safety webinar for farmers and responders

By M. L. Hammonds | Sep 16, 2025

Grain bin entrapments continue to be a significant cause of fatalities on farms, with recent years showing an increase in such incidents.

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Truman State defeats Illinois College women's tennis team in non-conference match

By M. L. Hammonds | Sep 16, 2025

Truman State University defeated the Illinois College women's tennis team 7-0 in a non-conference match held Tuesday evening at the Truman Tennis Courts in Kirksville, Missouri.

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Illinois College Blueboys fall to Cornell in Rocket League season opener

By R. K. Godfrey | Sep 16, 2025

The Illinois College Blueboys began their Midwest Varsity Esports Conference (MVEC) season with a 4–0 loss to Cornell College in Rocket League.

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Illinois Wesleyan edges Lady Blues tennis in close match

By E. K. Rodriguez | Sep 16, 2025

Illinois Wesleyan University secured a narrow 4-3 win over the Illinois College women's tennis team on Monday evening in Bloomington, Illinois.

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Tyson Elliott named MWC Offensive Player of the Week after strong debut

By E. K. Rodriguez | Sep 16, 2025

Illinois College quarterback Tyson Elliott has been recognized as the Midwest Conference Football Offensive Player of the Week, according to an announcement from the league.

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Kampwerth and Walbaum tied for seventh after first round at Cougar Fall Classic

By M. L. Hammonds | Sep 16, 2025

The Illinois College men's golf team completed the first round of the Cougar Fall Classic at Metamora Fields on Monday, ending the day in 11th place ahead of Tuesday's final round.

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Illinois DOGE Deep Dive: Community Crisis Center Inc.

By H. K. Calvert | Sep 15, 2025

Community Crisis Center Inc., a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $258,000 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

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Kyle Leonard earns MWC offensive honors after leading Illinois College to overtime win

By E. K. Rodriguez | Sep 15, 2025

Illinois College wide receiver Kyle Leonard has been named the Midwest Conference Offensive Player of the Week, according to an announcement from the league.

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Remembering former Illinois Governor Jim Edgar’s legacy after death at age 79

By M. L. Hammonds | Sep 15, 2025

Former Illinois Governor Jim Edgar, who led the state from 1991 to 1999, has died at age 79 after a battle with pancreatic cancer.

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Senator Sally Turner honors Ralph Allen with district’s outstanding teacher award

By R. K. Godfrey | Sep 15, 2025

State Senator Sally Turner (R-Beason) has recognized Ralph Allen, an Agricultural Science teacher and FFA advisor at Mt.

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Local photographers invited to enter annual 69th District Photo Challenge

By M. L. Hammonds | Sep 15, 2025

Local residents in McHenry, Boone, and Winnebago counties are invited to participate in the annual 69th District Photo Challenge.

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Illinois College's Macie Petropoulos earns second SLIAC weekly golf honor

By E. K. Rodriguez | Sep 15, 2025

Illinois College freshman Macie Petropoulos has received her second SLIAC Women's Golf Player of the Week award this season, according to an announcement from the league.

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Government-backed nonprofit Illinois Route 66 Heritage Project Fund profiled

By H. K. Calvert | Sep 14, 2025

Illinois Route 66 Heritage Project Fund, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $215,000 grant in FY2024 for the development of tourism, education, preservation and promotion of Route 66, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 103-0006).

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Lady Blues golf posts strong finishes at Fighting Scot Fall Invite

By M. L. Hammonds | Sep 14, 2025

Macie Petropoulos and Shelby Seiler led the Illinois College Lady Blues golf team to a third-place finish at the Fighting Scot Fall Invite in Monmouth, Illinois, over the weekend.

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Logan County Board Building & Grounds Committee met September 8

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Sep 14, 2025

Logan County Board Building & Grounds Committee met 5:30 p.m. Monday, September 8