The Du Quoin State Fair, in collaboration with Governor JB Pritzker, has announced that Illinois 4-H will serve as the Grand Marshals for the annual Twilight Parade. The organization offers numerous opportunities and experiences for youth across Illinois, providing over 190,000 4-H experiences in all 102 counties. Over the past year, Illinois 4-H saw a 13% growth with minority youth comprising 30% of those served through educational programs.
Illinois is marking Child Support Awareness Month this August and celebrating the recent launch of two new initiatives that will benefit children and parents across the state.
Jeanne Ives published a blog post on a new higher education funding bill filed on July 30 by Sen. Kimberly Lightford and Rep. Carol Ammons. She published that post on July 31, 2024.
SPRINGFIELD, IL - When considering the Illinois State Fair, food often comes to mind. From sweet to savory, a variety of options are available throughout the fairgrounds. However, not everyone may have the appetite or budget to sample everything.
The Illinois State Fair is set to return in 2024 with a range of food specials, small plates, and the popular "Feeding Frenzy" event. The fair offers sample-size portions from any Village of Cultures vendor for just $3, allowing attendees to try various foods without overspending.
One of the premier events in shooting sports returns to Illinois from July 31 through August 10 with the annual Amateur Trapshooting Association's Grand American Trapshooting Championships at the World Shooting and Recreational Complex (WSRC) in Sparta.
The Illinois State Museum is temporarily closing its flagship facility to visitors beginning Thursday, Aug. 1 to accommodate a plumbing project that will involve asbestos removal and construction. The project is expected to last three months.