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Hopedale Medical Complex offers free lunch to veterans on November 11

By Y. M. Perkins | Oct 24, 2025

Hopedale Medical Complex in Hopedale, Illinois, will offer a complimentary lunch to veterans on Veterans Day, Tuesday, November 11, 2025.

Water main break closes Airport Road; repairs expected through October 27

By A. R. Ruth | Oct 24, 2025

Illinois American Water has reported a water main break on Airport Road, about a quarter mile south of Dietrich Lane.

Memorial Health appoints Ben Wooten as vice president for emergency management and safety

By E. L. Nevarez | Oct 24, 2025

Memorial Health has appointed Ben Wooten as its new vice president for Emergency Management and Safety.

Lincoln Memorial Hospital Auxiliary announces annual holiday luncheon for December 1

By Y. M. Perkins | Oct 24, 2025

The Lincoln Memorial Hospital Auxiliary is organizing its 29th annual ‘Tis the Season Luncheon on Monday, December 1, 2025.

Jacksonville Memorial Hospital to celebrate 150th anniversary with community event

By E. L. Nevarez | Oct 24, 2025

A commemorative event will take place to mark the 150th anniversary of Jacksonville Memorial Hospital.

Illinois lawmaker criticizes lowering of student achievement standards

By V. C. Ocampo | Oct 24, 2025

Illinois State Representative Travis Weaver has expressed concern over the direction of educational standards in the state.

Stark County collects $11,428 in Countywide Sales Tax in August

By A. D. Fowler | Oct 24, 2025

In August, Stark County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

2023-24 School Year: What was most represented ethnicity in Woodford County schools?

By S. J. Gay | Oct 24, 2025

The most prevalent ethnicity in Woodford County student body in the 2023-24 school year was white, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Salaries for coaches at institution in Fulton County around $12,196 on average during 2024

By D. K. Emery | Oct 24, 2025

The average coaching salary at Spoon River College, the only institution paying coaches during 2024 in Fulton County, was $12,196, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

City of Pekin Fire and Police Commission met October 23

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Oct 24, 2025

City of Pekin Fire and Police Commission met 8:30 a.m. Thursday, October 23

Peoria County Clerk launches mobile program for vital records access

By P. E. Pham | Oct 24, 2025

The Peoria County Clerk’s Office is launching a new initiative called Clerking on the Move, which will bring mobile office hours to various locations throughout the county.