The Benld City Council took the unusual step of taking official action to clarify that a letter written by a city alderman to State Sen. Andy Manar requesting consideration of several local projects for inclusion in a potential Capital Improvement bill does not represent official correspondence from the city. The measure was unanimously approved on […]
Bourne co-sponsors bill in response to Gun Dealer Licensing law
Contributed article by the Illinois House Republicans. Governor Pritzker’s recently signed Senate Bill 337, the Gun Dealer Licensing bill which places strong regulations and double licensing on businesses who sell firearms. The proponents of the legislation argued that it would weed out the gun dealers who sell guns that are used in crimes. Representative Avery […]
Gillespie Council sets meeting with satellite water customers
On the cusp of embarking on a $10 million water infrastructure improvement project, the Gillespie City Council on Monday night scheduled an April 6 meeting with representatives from satellite municipal water customers, at least some of which are exploring alternative sources of water for their residents. The meeting is set for 10 a.m. at the […]
Gillespie soldier promoted
Trenton Greff of Gillespie was promoted to Specialist during a ceremony at the Urbana Readiness Center in Urbana March 3. Greff is an information technology specialist assigned to Headquarters, Headquarters Company, 33rd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, Illinois Army National Guard based in Urbana, Illinois.
Manar joins effort to protect rural hospitals
Contributed article by the Illinois Senate Democrats. SPRINGFIELD – Fed up with delayed and denied state payments that compromise quality health care in rural areas of Illinois, State Senator Andy Manar joined rural and safety net hospitals to call for landmark reform of managed care companies under Illinois’ Medicaid program. Manar is co-sponsoring Senate Bill […]
Accident involving Illinois State Trooper closes I-55 Sunday morning
An Illinois State Police vehicle was one of three vehicles involved in a Sunday morning accident on northbound Interstate 55 around 10:48 at mile post 71 that shut the northbound lanes down for about one hour. The accident marks the 11th time an Illinois State Police vehicle has been struck since January 1, 2019. Authorities […]
Wilsonville sets special meeting after failing to attract quorum
The Wilsonville Board of Trustees will meet in special session at 7 p.m., Monday, Feb. 25, after failing to attract a full quorum of trustees for the board’s regularly scheduled monthly meeting Tuesday night. During the special meeting, the board is expected to approve a $43,085 final payment to Haier Plumbing and Heating, Okawville, for […]
Madison Communications announces scholarships, teacher of the year contest
Contributed article by Madison Communications. Madison Communications has been serving central IL for over 75 years. We are committed to giving back to our communities and achieving the highest level of customer service. Part of giving back includes opening up opportunities for those in our service areas. Besides being a part of local chambers and donating […]
Local lawmakers at odds over Governor’s budget speech
Following Governor J.B. Pritzker’s first budget address, Senator Andy Manar and Representative Avery Bourne provided opposing opinions. Manar’s press release said Pritzker presented an honest assessment and his ideas pose a challenge but deserve a fair hearing while Bourne’s press release said billions of dollars of tax increases and delaying over $800 million in required […]
Team Drew aces another Partnership trivia night
The winners at the “For the Love of Education” trivia night on 2 February were long-time supporters and perennial participants: the Dick Drew Family Team. Their good luck mascot, Bufana the sea tern, was once again on hand to help them clinch their victory! And once again, the team donated their $150 prize back to […]
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