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Grants awarded to enhance youth habitat projects across Illinois

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 13, 2025

More than $40,000 in grants have been allocated for 26 schoolyard habitat projects across Illinois.

Stephen N. Elliott Remembered for His Generosity and Love for Family

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 12, 2025

Stephen N. Elliott passed away on Feb. 10. Below is the obituary.

Marjorie C. Heidinger's Memorial Service Scheduled for February 22

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 12, 2025

Marjorie C. Heidinger passed away on Feb. 10. Below is the obituary.

John T. Farrell, 70, of Frankfort, Illinois, Passed Away Peacefully

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 11, 2025

John T. Farrell passed away on Feb. 9. Below is the obituary.

Eileen M. Cocco Remembered in Obituary

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 11, 2025

Eileen M. Cocco passed away on Feb. 9. Below is the obituary.

Turnpike Troubadours to perform at Illinois State Fair in August

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 11, 2025

Tahlequah, Oklahoma's Turnpike Troubadours are set to perform at the Illinois State Fair Grandstand on Sunday, August 17.

Illinois suspends poultry events amid avian flu concerns

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 11, 2025

The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) has announced a temporary suspension on poultry exhibitions and sales at various venues, including swap meets, exhibitions, flea markets, and auction markets.

Illinois announces grants for community health worker promotion

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 11, 2025

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has announced a new funding opportunity aimed at promoting the role of community health workers (CHWs) in Illinois.

Free tax prep available for low-income families and seniors in Illinois

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 11, 2025

Several programs in Illinois are providing free income tax preparation services for low-to-moderate income families and older adults.

NFIB reports rising uncertainty amid steady optimism among small business owners

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 11, 2025

The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index saw a decline of 2.3 points in January, reaching 102.8, marking the third consecutive month above the long-term average of 98 over 51 years.

Sheryl Crow returns to Illinois State Fair Grandstand this August

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 11, 2025

Nine-time Grammy winner Sheryl Crow is set to perform at the Illinois State Fair Grandstand on Tuesday, August 12.

Turnpike Troubadours set to perform at Illinois State Fair

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 11, 2025

Tahlequah, Oklahoma's Turnpike Troubadours are set to perform at the Illinois State Fair Grandstand on Sunday, August 17.

Trump issues executive order to protect Second Amendment rights

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 10, 2025

President Donald J. Trump has issued an Executive Order aimed at protecting Americans' Second Amendment rights.

Fireside chats scheduled at Lincoln's New Salem in February

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 10, 2025

Lincoln's New Salem State Historic Site is set to host a series of fireside chats starting February 12, coinciding with Abraham Lincoln's birthday.

Volunteer Fire Assistance grants available for rural Illinois fire departments

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 10, 2025

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is currently accepting applications for Volunteer Fire Assistance (VFA) grants.

Illinois court rules FOID card requirement unconstitutional again

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 10, 2025

Today, the 2nd Judicial Circuit Court ruled against the requirement of possessing a FOID card at home, declaring it unconstitutional in the case of People of the State of Illinois vs. Vivian Claudine Brown.

Illinois launches 'Illinois Grown' to support local agriculture

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 10, 2025

The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) has introduced a new initiative called "Illinois Grown" aimed at promoting local agricultural producers and businesses.