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News from February 2025

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Illinois: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 2.4% of income in 2022

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 28, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.4% of income in Illinois, providing an average of $1,619 per capita to residents.

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Randall R. Brenza, 67: Remembered as “The Turtleman” and Dedicated Pet Lover

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 28, 2025

Randall R. Brenza passed away on Feb. 26. Below is the obituary.

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Irene A. Wasag Remembered as Beloved Wife, Mother, and Grandmother

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 28, 2025

Irene A. (Hutzler) Wasag passed away on Feb. 26. Below is the obituary.

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Lynn A. Moline-Buwalda, Loving Mother and Grandmother, Dies at 86

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 28, 2025

Lynn A. Moline-Buwalda passed away on Feb. 26. Below is the obituary.

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Illinois Department of Natural Resources launches monthly update with diverse events

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 28, 2025

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) has announced a new initiative to provide monthly updates on upcoming events and noteworthy items.

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Illinois hunters set new record in fall archery turkey harvest

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 28, 2025

Hunters in Illinois set a new record by harvesting 1,045 wild turkeys during the 2024-2025 fall archery season.

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Chicago store sells $1 million winning Mega Millions ticket

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 28, 2025

A winning Mega Millions ticket worth $1 million was sold at Tony’s Fresh Market in Chicago, according to a recent announcement by the Illinois Lottery.

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Illinois Products Expo features Copi fish demonstrations

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 28, 2025

Copi, the consumer food brand for invasive carp, will be showcased at the Illinois Products Expo taking place at the Illinois State Fairgrounds on March 1-2.

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Gabby Barrett to close out Du Quoin State Fair with grandstand performance

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 28, 2025

Gabby Barrett is set to headline the Du Quoin State Fair Grandstand on September 1, 2025.

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Thomas J. Crowe, Sr., 95: Remembered for Family Dedication and Cultural Enthusiasm

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 27, 2025

Thomas J. Crowe passed away on Feb. 25. Below is the obituary.

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William Vincent Wantuck Sr., Founder of Wantuck Heating and Air Conditioning, Passes Away at 82

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 27, 2025

William V. Wantuck passed away on Feb. 25. Below is the obituary.

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Patricia Frances Campione, Devoted Educator and Musician, Passes Away at 73

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 27, 2025

Patricia F. Campione passed away on Feb. 25. Below is the obituary.

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Alex Smolecki, 20, Remembered for Passion for Swimming and Love for the Outdoors

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 27, 2025

Alex Smolecki passed away on Feb. 25. Below is the obituary.

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Isabel Godoy, Devoted Mother and Seamstress, Passes Away at 89

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 27, 2025

Isabel Godoy passed away on Feb. 25. Below is the obituary.

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Robert "Bob" Malkas, Former Teacher and Political Activist, Dies at 82

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 27, 2025

Robert "Bob" Malkas passed away on Feb. 25. Below is the obituary.

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Patricia Mae Beilfuss, Former School Nurse and Camp Quality Board Member, Dies at 100

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 27, 2025

Patricia Mae Beilfuss passed away on Feb. 25. Below is the obituary.

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Metropolitan Pier Exposition Authority met Feb. 25

By Philip Gonzales | Feb 27, 2025

Metropolitan Pier Exposition Authority met Tuesday, Feb. 25

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Illinois State Board of Education, North Chicago Independent Authority met Feb. 25

By Philip Gonzales | Feb 27, 2025

Illinois State Board of Education, North Chicago Independent Authority met Tuesday, Feb. 25

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Illinois Advisory Council on Bilingual Education Early Childhood Linguistic and Cultural Diverse Committee met Feb. 26

By Philip Gonzales | Feb 27, 2025

Illinois Advisory Council on Bilingual Education Early Childhood Linguistic and Cultural Diverse Committee met Wednesday, Feb. 26

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Illinois Mental Health Planning & Advisory Council Development Committee met Feb. 26

By Philip Gonzales | Feb 27, 2025

Illinois Mental Health Planning & Advisory Council Development Committee met Wednesday, Feb. 26