In the 2021-22 school year, 65.1% of Lowpoint Washburn Community Unit School District 21 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.
Rep. Weaver and Senator Anderson recently held a press conference to advocate for increased funding for the Bishop Hill State Historic Site in the upcoming FY25 budget. The event, which took place last week, aimed to draw attention to the importance of allocating resources to support the preservation of this significant historical landmark.During the press conference, Rep. Weaver emphasized the urgency of prioritizing funding for Bishop Hill, stating, "Senator Anderson and I held a press conference last week to urge the Governor and the General Assembly to prioritize...
Today, on March 11, 2024, N Hale Avenue will be closed between W Olympia Drive and W Detweiller Drive for pavement repairs. The closure is set to last for two weeks, as long as weather conditions permit. Businesses along N Hale Avenue will remain accessible during the repair work.Drivers are advised to exercise caution in the area and consider taking alternative routes while the maintenance is being carried out.
The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Fulton County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 9, according to GasBuddy.com.
The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Woodford County was found at four gas stations in the week ending Mar. 9, according to GasBuddy.com.
In the 2021-22 school year, 16% of Peoria Heights Community Unit School District 325 students passed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.
Beginning Monday, March 11, sidewalk removal work will begin at the intersections of SW Adams Street and Harrison Street, and SW Adams Street and Liberty Street, weather permitting.