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Unique Date Ideas for Couples Who Love Adventure Spark excitement in your relationship with unique adventure date ideas, from hot air balloon rides to rugged outdoor escapes for daring couples.

Unique Date Ideas for Couples Who Love Adventure

Spark excitement in your relationship with unique adventure date ideas, from hot air balloon rides to rugged outdoor escapes for daring couples.

Billing shift won’t solve maternity care deserts in Illinois (Illinois News Connection/Public News Service) A health-care expert in Illinois questions whether changes to the way doctors report and bill for pregnancy-related services will expand access to maternal care. The American Medical Association is shifting from a global payment system to itemized billing for prenatal and delivery services. Charles James, president of North American Health Care Management Services…

Illinois expert warns billing tweaks alone won’t fix maternity care deserts, stressing Medicaid, workforce and rural access gaps still put mothers at risk.

Nokomis council hears downtown revitalization plan NOKOMIS -- The Nokomis City Council heard a downtown revitalization plan for a commercial building during its most recent meeting on Monday, March 9. It was among two other major items for discussion in the meeting. The council heard a proposal from AmeriCorps volunteer Audra Elam on projects she, in partnership with the Newkomis non-profit, has been working on. Elam is addressing the issue of vacant residential and commercial properties in Nokomis.

Nokomis council hears downtown revitalization plan

NOKOMIS -- The Nokomis City Council heard a downtown revitalization plan for a commercial building during its most recent meeting on Monday, March 9. It was among two other major items for discussion in the meeting. The council heard a proposal…

How To Make a Tablet Replace Your Paper Planner When notebooks pile up, organization starts to feel chaotic. It may be time to replace your paper planner with a tablet and refresh your routine.

How To Make a Tablet Replace Your Paper Planner

When notebooks pile up, organization starts to feel chaotic. It may be time to replace your paper planner with a tablet and refresh your routine.

Reasons To Install a Residential Water Tank Learn how a residential water tank can improve water reliability, storage, and efficiency for homeowners while supporting everyday household needs.

Reasons To Install a Residential Water Tank

Learn how a residential water tank can improve water reliability, storage, and efficiency for homeowners while supporting everyday household needs.

McGusty named new president of Mercy St. Louis ST. LOUIS (PRNewswire) -- After a nationwide search, Mercy has named Tricia McGusty the new president of Mercy St. Louis Communities. McGusty began her Mercy tenure on Monday. She brings more than 25 years of health care experience. The last 15 years were in leadership roles at large hospitals. McGusty has a strong track record of improving patient care, supporting physicians, and guiding hospitals through growth and change.

After a nationwide search, Mercy has named Tricia McGusty the new president of Mercy St. Louis Communities, which includes Mercy Hospital St. Louis, the system's largest hospital.

McGusty started her tenure with Mercy St. Louis on Monday.

Illinois Extension to offer certified food protection manager class, exam HILLSBORO -- The University of Illinois Extension office in Montgomery County will be offering the state-mandated Certified Food Protection Managers class and exam. The Illinois Department of Public Health Food Sanitation Code requires food service establishments to be under the operational supervision of a certified food protection manager. Certificates need renewal every five years, and class attendance is mandatory to sit for the exam.

The University of Illinois Extension office in Montgomery County will be offering the state-mandated Certified Food Protection Managers class and exam during the month of April.

Nokomis Public Library to host March crafts event NOKOMIS -- The March installment of the Coffee and Crafts program at Nokomis Public Library is right around the corner. This month's event will be on Monday, March 16, starting at 9:30 a.m. Attendees will make a 10-inch butterfly wreath, perfectly timed for the spring season. There will be an assortment of butterfly colors for a more customized experience. The cost for this month's event is $7.00.

The March installment of the Coffee and Crafts program at Nokomis Public Library will be on Monday, March 16 at 9:30 a.m.

CAPITOL FAX: Campaign crud Unless you’ve been under a rock, you likely know that former U.S. President Bill Clinton seemed to say that he flew on Jeffrey Epstein’s private jet with JB Pritzker and his spouse. That was after saying that it was likely that Epstein, as well as his notorious co-conspirator Ghislaine Maxwell, were passengers on every flight he took on that plane.

CAPITOL FAX: Campaign crud

Unless you’ve been under a rock, you likely know that former U.S. President Bill Clinton seemed to say that he flew on Jeffrey Epstein’s private jet with JB Pritzker and his spouse. That was after saying that it was likely that Epstein, as well as his notorious…

Accident at Deer Run Mine results in fatality HILLSBORO -- A machinery-related accident late last week at the Deer Run Mine in Hillsboro resulted in a fatality. Montgomery County Coroner Randy Leetham would issue a confirmation Monday as a work-related fatality. It would also receive confirmation in a recorded report by the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA). MSHA is a division of the U.S. Department of Labor.

Accident at Deer Run Mine results in fatality

HILLSBORO -- A machinery-related accident late last week at the Deer Run Mine in Hillsboro resulted in a fatality. Montgomery County Coroner Randy Leetham would issue a confirmation Monday as a work-related fatality. It would also receive confirmation…

Building a new home: 4 safety precautions you can’t overlook. When building a new home, there are many safety considerations to follow. Learn more about safety precautions you can't overlook when constructing a home here.

Building a new home: 4 safety precautions you can’t overlook.

When building a new home, there are many safety considerations to follow. Learn more about safety precautions you can't overlook when constructing a home here.

When It’s Time To Upgrade Your Outdoor Patio After years of use and exposure to the outdoors, patio spaces can slowly fade until they're unusable. Learn when it's time to upgrade your outdoor patio here.

When It’s Time To Upgrade Your Outdoor Patio

After years of use and exposure to the outdoors, patio spaces can slowly fade until they're unusable. Learn when it's time to upgrade your outdoor patio here.

5 tips for creating your new restaurant kitchen An eatery’s kitchen needs a thoughtful layout, durable materials, and built-in safety. Discover five tips for creating your new restaurant kitchen.

5 tips for creating your new restaurant kitchen

An eatery’s kitchen needs a thoughtful layout, durable materials, and built-in safety. Discover five tips for creating your new restaurant kitchen.

QUINN MINUTE: Why I carry a business card When I’m at an event with people I’ve never seen before, I depend on my business card for salvation. Even if you don’t have a job, a card lets you display credentials to get one. You never get a second chance to make a first, engraved impression. If Bob spends his life daydreaming, he can’t brag about that on a resume.

QUINN MINUTE: Why I carry a business card

When I’m at an event with people I’ve never seen before, I depend on my business card for salvation. Even if you don’t have a job, a card lets you display credentials to get one. You never get a second chance to make a first, engraved impression. If Bob…

JERSEYVILLE: Commercial solar project referred back to zoning JERSEYVILLE -- A petition to amend zoning along Illinois Route 16 for commercial purposes was considered during the Jerseyville City Council meeting on February 17. The zoning petition involves rezoning a section of the highway for the development of a commercial solar energy system. The petition was on the January 20 meeting agenda to deny the request. However, it was tabled following the receipt of additional information before the meeting.

JERSEYVILLE: Commercial solar project referred back to zoning

JERSEYVILLE -- A petition to amend zoning along Illinois Route 16 for commercial purposes was considered during the Jerseyville City Council meeting on February 17. The zoning petition involves rezoning a section of the highway for the…

Energy Saving Strategies for Water and Wastewater Plants Cut energy use and reduce costs in water and wastewater plants using smart strategies, automation, and better scheduling for long-term operational improvement.

Energy Saving Strategies for Water and Wastewater Plants

Cut energy use and reduce costs in water and wastewater plants using smart strategies, automation, and better scheduling for long-term operational improvement.

Best kitchen countertop choices for your vacation home. Find a chef-tested guide to choosing vacation-home countertops, comparing quartz, granite, porcelain, butcher block, and laminate for real-world cooking.

Best kitchen countertop choices for your vacation home.

Find a chef-tested guide to choosing vacation-home countertops, comparing quartz, granite, porcelain, butcher block, and laminate for real-world cooking.

Lake Land College to host spring art show MATTOON -- Lake Land College is now accepting submissions for its upcoming spring art show. The fifth annual event will be April 20-24. Students, staff, faculty, and community members are all invited to submit their art and participate in the event. Artists of all ages are welcome, as are works in all media, including painting and illustration, photography, graphic art, video, writing, sculpture, fabric and clothing, glass and metalwork, make-up, nail art, and more.

Lake Land College to host spring art show

MATTOON -- Lake Land College is now accepting submissions for its upcoming spring art show. The fifth annual event will be April 20-24. Students, staff, faculty, and community members are all invited to submit their art and participate in the event.…

Three arrested on burglary charges VIRGINIA -- Three individuals are currently in custody at the Cass County Jail on suspicion of burglary. According to our media partners at WLDS and existing court records, Aaron Morath of Chambersburg was arrested by Cass County Deputy Adam DeMaree. Also arrested at the scene were Kristan Vidak and Nellie Knous, both of Meredosia. The arrests were made following a traffic stop on Wednesday.

Three arrested on burglary charges

VIRGINIA -- Three individuals are currently in custody at the Cass County Jail on suspicion of burglary. According to our media partners at WLDS and existing court records, Aaron Morath of Chambersburg was arrested by Cass County Deputy Adam DeMaree. Also…

Illinois Extension offers diabetes nutrition series DECATUR -- Understanding how food affects blood sugar is a powerful tool for anyone managing diabetes. The University of Illinois Extension will offer a free educational series designed to help individuals strengthen their nutrition knowledge, build practical skills, and feel more confident in day-to-day diabetes care. Each session will include recipe demonstrations and food samples. Motivation Monday sessions will be from 11 a.m.

Illinois Extension offers diabetes nutrition series

DECATUR -- Understanding how food affects blood sugar is a powerful tool for anyone managing diabetes. The University of Illinois Extension will offer a free educational series designed to help individuals strengthen their nutrition knowledge,…

Stifel presenting sponsor for Blues web series ST. LOUIS -- The St. Louis Blues announced Friday that Stifel will be the presenting sponsor of the team's popular web series. The series, Life As A Blue, chronicles the franchise's most iconic moments through the eyes of legends who lived them. The monthly series premieres on YouTube and stlouisblues.com. Blues Hall of Famer Barret Jackman is the featured player in the series' most recent episode, which is out now.

Stifel presenting sponsor for Blues web series

ST. LOUIS -- The St. Louis Blues announced Friday that Stifel will be the presenting sponsor of the team's popular web series. The series, Life As A Blue, chronicles the franchise's most iconic moments through the eyes of legends who lived them. The…

CITY SC receives up to $725K GAM from Toronto ST. LOUIS -- St. Louis CITY SC announced Friday that it will be receiving up to $725,000 from Toronto FC. The bulk of that deal involves $500,000 in guaranteed General Allocation Money (GAM) funds. They will be split between the GAM funds for the 2026 and 2027 seasons. The exchange involves the Right of First Refusal for Josh Sargent due to his being a St.

CITY SC receives up to $725K GAM from Toronto

ST. LOUIS -- St. Louis CITY SC announced Friday that it will be receiving up to $725,000 from Toronto FC. The bulk of that deal involves $500,000 in guaranteed General Allocation Money (GAM) funds. They will be split between the GAM funds for the 2026…

4 methods to improve efficiency on large building projects. Discover six methods to improve efficiency on large building projects with smart planning, the right tools, strong teams, and streamlined logistics.

4 methods to improve efficiency on large building projects.

Discover six methods to improve efficiency on large building projects with smart planning, the right tools, strong teams, and streamlined logistics.

OPINION: Mike Repole needs to leave the Battlehawks alone An article published Monday on Litehouse Media already has me fired up, and I’ve barely started my work week. Why exactly? Mike Repole, the United Football League (UFL)’s newest investor, recently floated an idea to relocate the St. Louis Battlehawks from its current home at The Dome at America’s Center. St. Louis is already a cornerstone market The rationale, as Litehouse Media editor-in-chief Mick Lite reported, was to “enhance the league’s atmosphere by prioritizing smaller, more intimate venues that foster sold-out crowds and high-energy environments.”

OPINION: Mike Repole needs to leave the Battlehawks alone

An article published Monday on Litehouse Media already has me fired up, and I’ve barely started my work week. Why exactly? Mike Repole, the United Football League (UFL)’s newest investor, recently floated an idea to relocate the St. Louis…

Cardinals, bet365 expand marketing partnership ST. LOUIS / STOKE-ON-TRENT, U.K. -- The St. Louis Cardinals and bet365, the team’s Official Mobile Sports Betting Partner, expanded their multi-year marketing partnership today. In addition, the leading sports betting brand will now serve as the presenting sponsor of Cardinals.TV. Therefore, the service will appear as Cardinals.TV presented by bet365. Cardinals.TV presented by bet365 As part of the expanded partnership, bet365 will feature prominently throughout all club-produced linear telecasts of Cardinals regular-season games.

Cardinals, bet365 expand marketing partnership

ST. LOUIS / STOKE-ON-TRENT, U.K. -- The St. Louis Cardinals and bet365, the team’s Official Mobile Sports Betting Partner, expanded their multi-year marketing partnership today. In addition, the leading sports betting brand will now serve as the…

Major League Baseball and its expanding paywall Consumer fees are everywhere. They’re even taxing baseball fans. There is a clear disconnect between the seemingly daily reports of positive economic numbers in Washington and on Wall Street and the economic uncertainty reported in surveys of Americans. From a purely statistical perspective, consumers should be popping champagne. The stock market continues to break records, sending retirement accounts soaring, as economic growth is…

Major League Baseball and its expanding paywall

Consumer fees are everywhere. They’re even taxing baseball fans. There is a clear disconnect between the seemingly daily reports of positive economic numbers in Washington and on Wall Street and the economic uncertainty reported in surveys of…

KNAPP: The political and personal case for Linux You probably use a computer — in fact, you’re probably reading this column on a computer. For 72% of you, that computer is the ubiquitous “standard” Windows PC or laptop. For 20% of you, it’s a Mac. The other 8% of you oddballs mostly use Linux or (Linux-based) ChromeOS. I know the 92% of you who use Windows or macOS get tired of the cool kids telling you this, but it should be the other way around.

KNAPP: The political and personal case for Linux

You probably use a computer — in fact, you’re probably reading this column on a computer. For 72% of you, that computer is the ubiquitous “standard” Windows PC or laptop. For 20% of you, it’s a Mac. The other 8% of you oddballs mostly use Linux or…

QUINN MINUTE: Wild animals as pets Many towns now prohibit citizens from keeping jungle animals. What, exactly, is a “wild pet?” That depends on your town, and what its council considers more dangerous than a roving bachelor’s party. For instance, some communities term boa constrictors “wild.” In others, they’re considered “non-poisonous reptiles with a lethal hug.” That reminds me of my great aunt, who visited us on holidays.

QUINN MINUTE: Wild animals as pets

Many towns now prohibit citizens from keeping jungle animals. What, exactly, is a “wild pet?” That depends on your town, and what its council considers more dangerous than a roving bachelor’s party. For instance, some communities term boa constrictors “wild.” In…

Poll: 62% of Americans disapprove of ICE tactics WASHINGTON (UPI) -- Most Americans disapprove of President Donald Trump's handling of deporting undocumented immigrants, according to a Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll released Friday. The poll of 2,600 people found that 58% disapprove of Trump's handling of the issue, while 62% oppose the tactics of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The poll was taken Feb. 12-17, after the shooting deaths of Renee Good and Alex Pretti in Minnesota.

Poll: 62% of Americans disapprove of ICE tactics

WASHINGTON (UPI) -- Most Americans disapprove of President Donald Trump's handling of deporting undocumented immigrants, according to a Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll released Friday. The poll of 2,600 people found that 58% disapprove of…

Libertarian National Committee sets host city for ’28 convention As the Libertarian National Convention quickly approaches Grand Rapids, Mich., before Memorial Day, the next host has been selected for its 2028 national convention. A report from the Independent Political Report confirms the 2028 host city to be El Paso, Texas, following a 9-8 vote over Richmond, Va., by the committee ending on Tuesday, February 17. The committee heard proposals on February 10 during a special virtual meeting from officials representing El Paso and Richmond.

Libertarian National Committee sets host city for ’28 convention

As the Libertarian National Convention quickly approaches Grand Rapids, Mich., before Memorial Day, the next host has been selected for its 2028 national convention. A report from the Independent Political Report confirms the 2028…