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marijuana cannabis Libertarian

East Central Illinois Region

McLean Libertarian Party denounces Normal council’s opposition to cannabis dispensary

NORMAL -- The local Libertarian Party is denouncing the actions of the Normal Town Council denying a special use permit. A proposal was being considered to turn a former Chinese restaurant into a recreational cannabis dispensary near College Ave. and Veterans Parkway. The intersection is one of the busiest intersections in the Bloomington-Normal area. Despite favorable recommendations by both town staff and the Zoning Board of Appeals, the council voted down the measure 6-1 Monday night. Chemberly Harris was the […]

todayFebruary 10, 2023 1

Willis

Football News

Ryan Willis released by Battlehawks

ST. LOUIS — Time is up for QB Ryan Willis in St. Louis, as the St. Louis Battlehawks have released him. The announcement of the release came Monday via reports from XFL News Hub and XFL Analyst. Sources close to the Battlehawks organization disclosed that Willis was informed that he will not be starting this season. Upon that news, the team and Willis parted ways in a mutual manner. Willis, a veteran of The Spring League, won league MVP honors and […]

todayFebruary 8, 2023 1

Ameren Illinois SCAMeren Illinois

Business & Lifestyle

Ameren Illinois seeks new rate hikes

SPRINGFIELD -- One of the largest utility companies in Illinois, Ameren, is filing plans for electric and gas rate hikes. The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) will review a request for a $160.4 million hike in gas rates over a year. There is an additional request that reflects a $435.6 million overall hike in electric rates over a period of four years. Tucker Kennedy, Ameren Illinois communications director, stated last week that the reasons for the requests are multi-fold. It, in […]

todayFebruary 6, 2023 1

Arena Football AFL

Arena Football News

Arena Football to return in 2024

An icon in indoor football is returning from the graveyard, according to recent statements. The Arena Football League (AFL) is making a return four years after it declared bankruptcy for a second time in 2019, previously filing for bankruptcy protection one decade prior. It has been five years since the last game was played in the AFL. Officials with the league announced its return Wednesday, with an expected relaunch in the summer of 2024. The launch will mark a full […]

todayFebruary 3, 2023 1

St. Louis Battlehawks

Football News

AUDIO: Battlehawks had a limited week at training camp

The St. Louis Battlehawks held a press conference remotely Wednesday via Zoom with coach Anthony Becht. Becht made some initial remarks about training camp before accepting questions. “Training camp has been going really well,” Becht said. “Our guys are working hard. The tempo, the culture is starting to build.” Becht mentioned snagging a snafu with incredibly cold weather conditions limiting their training camp activities over the past week. He is hoping for a return to the field on Friday. Roster […]

todayFebruary 3, 2023 1

Greenville University

East Central Illinois Region

Greenville University offers program to cover tuition costs

GREENVILLE -- Greenville University recently announced a financial aid package that will cover the cost of tuition. This package will be available to all qualified Illinois residents. Greenville University's Illinois Allegiance program will highlight the institution's commitment to providing the opportunity for a private Christian liberal arts education to Illinois students showing the greatest need. "This is amazing for students that want to attend [Greenville University]," said David Kessinger, director of financial aid. "It fills a financial aid gap to […]

todayFebruary 2, 2023 1

health clinic

East Central Illinois Region

Adult wellness clinic in Shelbyville Feb. 6

SHELBYVILLE -- The Shelby County Health Department will be holding an adult wellness clinic on Monday, Feb. 6. The clinic will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Cholesterol, glucose, hemoglobin (anemia), and blood pressure screenings will be available at this clinic. People wishing to participate should not eat or drink after midnight on the night before the tests. This clinic is available by appointment only if you wish to participate in any of these tests. There is no […]

todayFebruary 2, 2023 1

Mary Miller

Illinois

US Rep. Mary Miller visits Grafton

Congresswoman Mary Miller (left) talks to people at Grafton Pub, where she ate lunch Sunday when she and her husband, state Rep. Chris Miller, visited and toured the city. GRAFTON — U.S. Rep. Mary Miller (R-Oakland) visited businesses and became updated on important issues while in Grafton recently.  Grafton mayor Mike Morrow escorted Miller and her husband, state Rep. Chris Miller, on a tour around the city on January 28. “I had a wonderful day touring Grafton with Mayor Morrow,” […]

todayFebruary 1, 2023 1

Montgomery County Clerk mine information voter registration 708 board

East Central Illinois Region

Montgomery County Clerk issues voter registration reminder

HILLSBORO -- With the upcoming consolidated election in April, Montgomery County Clerk Sandy Leitheiser is reminding voters about their voter registration. Voters should ensure that their voter registration information is up-to-date in order to avoid issues or delays in voting on April 4. Leitheiser encourages those seeking to update their registration to do it as soon as possible. The upcoming consolidated election will elect local municipal officials, as well as park and library districts, school boards, and other local governing […]

todayJanuary 30, 2023 1

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