Today is National Vietnam War Veterans Day. Please take a moment to honor the courage and sacrifice of Vietnam veterans who served our country with dedication. Today is a time…

Did you know that only 30% of Illinois fourth graders are reading at grade level? We need to get back to the basics to improve outcomes for our students and…

Despite residents paying the second-highest gas tax in the nation, our roads rank among the lowest in the U.S.  https://www.centralillinoisproud.com/news/national/illinois-roads-rank-lowest-among-neighbors-despite-nations-2nd-highest-infrastructure-tax

May the road rise up to meet you, May the wind be always at your back, May the sun shine warm upon your face, and the rains fall soft upon…

Happy International Day of Mathematics, and National Pi Day!

Illinoisans face the HIGHEST effective state and local tax rates in the nation making us the worst state for taxes. Read more here from Wallethub:  https://wallethub.com/edu/best-worst-states-to-be-a-taxpayer/2416. This trend can’t continue,…

On this day in 1912, the National Girl Scouts of America was founded. Since then, this organization has been encouraging the next generation of women to become leaders and make…

On International Women’s Day, we celebrate the achievements and contributions of women across the world. Let’s continue to uplift, support, and empower women today and for generations to come!

Illinois schools are still struggling with chronic absence problems. Here’s how some educators are making sure students get to class. https://www.nprillinois.org/2025-03-04/illinois-schools-are-still-trying-to-solve-persistent-chronic-absence-problems

It’s National Dentists Day! Today we recognize the dedicated professionals who care for our smiles. Their care goes beyond oral health as dentists play an essential role in our overall…