The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is urging residents to focus on safe food handling and preparation as September marks National Food Safety Education Month.
DU QUOIN, IL - The Du Quoin State Fair is set to highlight Illinois agriculture through the 2024 Illinois Product Expo. This event aims to connect buyers with local farmers and producers, offering insight into the origins of their food.
This Labor Day weekend, the Illinois Conservation Police are urging boaters to prioritize safety by wearing life jackets. The reminder comes as part of a broader effort to prevent drownings and other boating-related incidents.
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is reminding residents to focus on the safe handling and preparation of food as September marks National Food Safety Education Month. This period coincides with various gatherings such as Labor Day weekend cookouts and football tailgate parties, which can be compromised by unsanitary practices.
Eleven individuals and organizations have been recognized as 2024 outstanding volunteers of the year for their volunteer efforts on behalf of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR).
The Oak Ridge Campground at Stephen A. Forbes State Recreation Area in Marion County will be closed to the public beginning Sept. 3 due to a bridge replacement project on the only access road to the campground.
As of July 2024, Illinois experienced a 20.5% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.2% increase.