For over a decade, volunteers with the Illinois RiverWatch program have been monitoring mussel populations in the Upper Sangamon River.
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Park Forest Library Announces September Events
The Park Forest Public Library is offering patrons a virtual evening with an Academy Award-winning actor and more in September.
Park Forest to Offer Composting Option to Residents
Park Forest may soon join its north suburban peers in having a composting option for food scraps, coffee grounds, and other items.
Rep. Kelly’s Bipartisan Reese’s Law Passes the Senate, Heads to President Biden’s Desk for Signing
Reese’s Law, bipartisan legislation co-led by Reps. Robin Kelly to protect children from ingesting button cell batteries passed the Senate.
Catalytic Converter Stolen from a Car on Osage
A catalytic converter and tailpipe were stolen from a vehicle parked on Osage Street last week. A window on the car was also smashed open.
Chicago LGBT Hall of Fame Announces2022 Inductees
The Chicago LGBT Hall of Fame inductees for 2022 were selected from a slate of candidates submitted by Chicago’s LGBT community.
RTHS District 227 Announces New Leadership Team For 2022 – 2023
Superintendent Dr. Johnnie Thomas is pleased to announce the new leadership team for Rich Township District 227.
GSU partners with Southern Illinois University to Offer JD Degrees to Students
In a historic move, GSU entered an agreement with SIU to allow students to earn both bachelor’s and juris doctor (JD) degrees in six years.
Register in One Day via Prairie State College’s Walk-in Wednesdays
The fall semester begins soon at Prairie State College (PSC), and registering for classes can happen in as little as one day.
Prairie State College Board Of Trustees Searches For New Member
A member has resigned from the Prairie State College (PSC) Board of Trustees and the Board is now seeking candidates to fill the vacancy.
