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These 10 Under-The-Radar Illinois Thrift Shops Keep Bargain Hunters Digging For Hours

Paperback books for a quarter each. Three full floors of secondhand stuff stacked inside an old house. A charity shop where your purchase helps pay vet bills for rescue dogs. I could stop right there and you’d probably already be reaching for your car keys. Illinois has a sneaky habit of hiding its best bargains in plain sight, from a former warehouse to a grocery-and-thrift combo.

Carbondale, IL · 8d
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Good News for Iowa Workers as John Deere Reverses Course

John Deere is making a big move in Iowa, bringing back hundreds of workers and hiring even more.

Iowa · 3d

FinanceBuzz

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10 Small Towns Where Retirees Can Live Like Millionaires on $38,000 a Year

See 10 small towns where a $38,000 retirement budget still covers rent, groceries, and health care, thanks to low housing costs and Social Security tax breaks.

Jonesboro, AR · 4d

The Clinton Journal

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Encore Thrift moving ahead with renovations

CLINTON — Shoppers to Encore Thrift Store may have noticed the construction work underway on the east side of the building, where crews are replacing about 200 feet of wall. Located on Route 10 east of Clinton, the store has undergone major work over the past five years, much of it in response to life safety concerns raised by the state fire marshal’s office.

Clinton, IL · 1d
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dewittdailynews.com

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City of Clinton Lowers Tax Rate

For the ninth time in ten years, the City of Clinton is lowering its tax rate. At the Wednesday night Clinton City Council Meeting, Treasurer and Finance Director Clint Lichtenwalter announced that the levy in the community will be increasing to $2,178,893, which is around 9% higher than last year. The tax rate, which is what affects residents, will be decreasing by over 10%. In the last ten years, it’s decreased by almost 45%.

Clinton, IL · 1d

Realtor.com News & Insights

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Champaign List Prices Climb as Homes Sit Longer Than a Year Ago

Champaign sellers faced longer waits and rising price cuts, giving buyers real room to negotiate even as list prices climbed sharply.

Champaign, IL · 20h

25newsnow.com

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U.S. Department of Energy announces $5B loan to boost nuclear power, including in Clinton

CLINTON (25News Now) -The Clinton nuclear power plant is among six Illinois facilities that could benefit from a federal loan commitment of up to $5 billion aimed at modernizing existing nuclear plants and increasing electricity production across three states. The U.S. Department of Energy announced the conditional loan commitment to...

Illinois · 1d

Effingham Radio

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IDOT’s Tim Hemmen Provides Updates On Area Construction Projects In Interview

Effingham, IL-(Effingham Radio)- As part of a series of monthly interviews during construction season, Tim Hemmen, Project Engineer with IDOT District 7, gives updates on area construction projects and road work. Tim gave updates on the progress of the Fayette Avenue Reconstruction Project, stating that demolition of buildings along the south side of Fayette Avenue continues.

Effingham, IL · 20h

25newsnow.com

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Carle Health temporarily unable to accept direct bank account payments

DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) – Carle Health patients are temporarily unable to pay their bills directly from a checking or savings account because of a delay in a billing system conversion, the health system said in a statement. According to a Carle Health representative, patients can still pay by credit...

Decatur, IL · 2d

Effingham Radio

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South Central FFA Annual Feed The Farmer Event

Effingham, IL-(Effingham Radio)- The South Central FFA was honored to feed our farmers on October 9th! Over 200 meals were prepared, and many farm families also received a “Farmer Survival Kit” bucket as a small thank-you for their hard work during harvest. A huge thank you to ADM, Reichmann Brothers, South Central School, and the Farina Fire Department for helping make this event possible!

Effingham, IL · 2d

Effingham Radio

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Second Installment Payment Of Property Tax Due Today

Effingham, IL-(Effingham Radio)- A reminder from Effingham County Treasurer Deb Ruholl to the property owners in Effingham County that the 2nd installment payment of property tax is due Friday, November 6th. Payment options for the taxes is as follows:. In person at the Treasurer’s office located on the 2nd floor...

Effingham County, IL · 1d

wglt.org

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Voters signal rejection of data centers, grocery tax and pro-Israel laws in nonbinding ballot questions

Bloomington-Normal voters overwhelmingly supported a range of nonbinding advisory referenda during Tuesday's midterm election, signaling strong opinions against data centers, Bloomington's grocery tax and financial entanglement with Israel. These measures are advisory, meaning the outcome only expresses voter intent. They do not mandate elected officials to act in any way....

Bloomington, IL · 2d

The Center Square

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Illinois Quick Hits: State offers taxpayer-funded housing development training

(The Center Square) – The Illinois Housing Development Authority and Corporation for Supportive Housing announced on Thursday that development teams across Illinois may now apply for the 2027 Supportive Housing Institute, an accelerated training and technical assistance program designed to equip teams with the expertise to successfully develop and finance affordable housing with support services. IHDA has committed more than $122.5 million in financing to 16 of the 47 teams that completed the Supportive Housing Institute, with additional proposals still advancing. Interested developers can register for a webinar scheduled Nov. 19 at 10 a.m. Applications will be accepted until Jan. 29 for the institute program that begins in March. Illinois is 41st on list of best states for community college A recent report ranks Illinois 41st out of the 48 contiguous U.S. states for community college affordability, student success and state support. Lesson Maker Pro placed Florida first, followed by Connecticut and Nevada. The analysis gave the greatest weight to annual living costs relative to median earnings, followed by tuition and graduation rates. The highest-ranked Midwest state was Wisconsin at #10. Bloomington shooting update: 2 still hospitalized, no suspect in custody Two victims remain hospitalized in stable condition after a

Illinois · 1d

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Downtown Danville Inc Invites the Community to Put Thought into Action During Small Business Season

Danville, IL —November 6, 2026 — Downtown Danville Inc invites residents, businesses, and community organizations to support local entrepreneurs throughout Small Business Season, November 1 through December 31, 2026. This year’s theme, “It’s the Thought That Counts,” celebrates the care behind local businesses and the ways a thoughtful action can connect them with new customers and opportunities.

Danville, IL · 22h

wglt.org

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Town of Normal to try again at updating home-based business rules, starting with public opinion

The Town of Normal is requesting the public's feedback on zoning and regulation of home-based businesses at an open house Wednesday, Nov. 18. It will be held from 5:30-7 p.m. in Room 409 at City Hall. A newsletter sent by the town this week said, "This event is an opportunity...

Normal, IL · 18h

capitolcitynow.com

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Springfield shop closure sends owners back on the road

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – The closure of a downtown Springfield antique shop is really about a change of seasons for the couple that owned it. “They’ve been there for sixteen years, right next to Wild Rose,” said Springfield Business Journal executive editor Michelle Ownbey of Abe’s Old Hat, “and the owners, Mike and Trudy Naylor, said that they’re not retiring from the antiques business; it’s more of a full-circle transition, if you will.”

Springfield, IL · 22h

The State Journal-Register

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Voters approve of landlord registry in Springfield

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Voters in Sangamon County have weighed in landslide support of a nonbinding vote to create a register of rental landlords and a base requirement for all rent units in the city of Springfield. Results from the Sangamon County Clerk's office show 69.7% voted in favor of a registry of the overall 41,740 votes cast in a landslide victory for housing rights advocacy groups in Springfield. More: Tracking election results across Sangamon County The vote is a key win for The Faith Coalition for Common Good, who campaigned on the topic promoting a base level of safety for all rental housing in the city and holding negligent out-of-state landlords accountable. "During this time the Faith Coalition has really emphasized this is a nonpartisan issue," Executive Director of the Faith Coalition Tyshianna Bankhead said. "Housing is a right and so as we gather our community members, landlords, neighborhood associations that we really want to see something reflect Springfield coming out of this with something that really works for the betterment of our community." Speaking after the polls closed, Springfield Area Landlord Association (SALA) President Tony Nudo said it made sense that the vote had passed because of the vague

Springfield, IL · 3d

springfieldbusinessjournal.com

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New bank names, branches for Springfield market

A nationwide uptick in mergers and acquisitions in the banking industry is having a visible effect on the Springfield market – with banks changing names and new players coming to town. According to national reports, merger and acquisitions activity rebounded in the U.S. banking market in 2025 after a...

Springfield, IL · 1d

everafterinthewoods.com

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This Illinois Farmers Market Moves Indoors For Winter, So Your Sunday Produce Run Never Stops

Snow on the boulevard doesn’t cancel this Sunday market. When winter hits, the whole thing simply heads indoors and keeps going. I love that idea. Your weekly bread, eggs, and cheese haul doesn’t have to pause just because Illinois decided to freeze solid for a few months. In...

Chicago, IL · 1d

latination.com

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Illinois farmer began with rented land in 1972 and turned it into a legacy for generations

An Illinois farmer, Mike Pratt began his agricultural journey in 1972 by renting barely 80 acres after finishing high school. More than five decades later the family operation encompasses 9,200 acres dedicated to corn, soybeans and specialized seed corn production. His incredible long-term vision and community dedication to the land...

Illinois · 5d