The Annual Menard County Fair has kicked off for 2023 with entertainment every night. For years, this county fair has attracted families from across Petersburg and neighboring communities to enjoy…

Illinois is home to some of the largest freshwater fish in the world, and recently a commercial netting crew working to reduce invasive carp populations caught a giant 109-pound carp…

Are you looking to donate extra food to local pantries? Families maintain and grow a number of fruits and vegetables in their own gardens in Illinois, and in many cases…

Vehicles powered by batteries that are charged by electricity are becoming more and more popular, and many states are passing laws centered around certain percentages of vehicle sales that must…

Farmers and their crops across Illinois are hurting this year due to drought and damaging storms, which has led the USDA to issue multiple national disaster declarations. According to the…

The Local Government Distributive Fund (LGDF) was enacted in Illinois following the passage of the state income tax in 1969. A key element of the agreement was the establishment of…

Our law enforcement keeps our communities safe and they must be provided with proper training and the resources required to address PTSD. The Illinois Police Training Act protects our law…

The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) is the leading organization that’s dedicated to building strong communities through parks and recreation. Through professional development, grants, programs, and research, the NRPA…

The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced the launch of the Blue Collar Jobs Act (BCJA) Tax Credit application for eligible companies. BCJA is a bipartisan legislative package designed…

One of the great aspects of life in Illinois are the unique County Fairs that are held from June through October all over the state. Find the full list of…