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From the Farm: 50 tons of ground pork going to Central Illinois foodbank

CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) — Over 50 tons of ground pork is going to the Central Illinois Foodbank Network thanks to a few state agriculture organizations. The donation comes from the Illinois Pork Producers, Corn Growers, Soybean Association, Meat Processors and Feeding Illinois. Stu Ellis has the details in his latest report From the Farm.

Illinois · 1d

The Center Square

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Proposed change in farm estate tax has broad support

(The Center Square) – Legislation to change the state’s death tax credit could help families hold on to their farms as land values rise. Illinois Farm Bureau Associate Director of State Legislation Mark Raney said farmers currently pay the estate tax on everything more than $4 million in value, which is easily exceeded by the average Illinois grain farm with 1,500 acres.

Illinois · 2d

wdbr.com

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New ALPLM acquisition details Lincoln’s dry-goods purchases

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Oh, the things you can pick up at auction for two bucks. A Petersburg family has donated to the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum a ledger from a local dry-goods store documenting sales for thirteen months in 1836-37. A young lawyer and lawmaker named Abraham Lincoln was a frequent customer, buying, among other things, clothing materials — buttons, fabric, and thread – to likely either make a suit or repair an existing one.

Springfield, IL · 2d
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25 News Now

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Local licensed medical cannabis business says new Illinois Hemp ban said it will help keep customers safe

Peoria, IL · 22h

mindfullyamerican.com

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Casey’s Fuel Margin Climbed to 47.8 Cents a Gallon This Summer, With Iowans Filling Up at Its Pumps

Casey’s keeps a bigger slice of every gallon you buy than it did a year ago. The company’s numbers cover all its stores, but about half are in Iowa, Missouri and Illinois. Here’s how Casey’s fuel margin climbed this summer, and what it means for Iowans filling up at its pumps.

Iowa · 4d

WCIA

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Central Illinois farmer shares tips on handling the changing seasons

CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) — Farmers have been experiencing cold and warm as the harvest season comes to a close. Now, one farmer here in Central Illinois is letting them know what actions they should be taking as the seasons change. Dennis Riggs said this is the perfect time for...

Illinois · 2d

businessdailynetwork.com

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Illinois ranks 3rd in public utilities sales taxes paid in 2024

Illinois secured $1.2 billion in public utilities sales tax revenue in 2024, earning the state the third-highest position among U.S. states, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Annual Survey of State Government Tax Collections (STC). This amount reflects a 0.3% rise compared to the $1.2 billion collected in the prior...

Illinois · 3d

everafterinthewoods.com

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The 12 Biggest Secondhand Shops In Illinois Worth The Late Fall Road Trip

An old schoolhouse in northwestern Illinois now holds three full floors of antiques, and it even has a coffee bar. That detail stopped me cold. Somewhere, a former classroom is stacked with collectibles instead of spelling tests. Illinois has a surprising number of places like that. One antique mall sits...

Illinois · 4d

takingthekids.com

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Inside This Illinois Bin Store, Prices Drop Every Day Until The Shelves Get Restocked

Every bin in this store gets cheaper each day the doors open, and the bottom price eventually lands near pocket change. That’s the whole game, so you show up, dig, and decide how long you can stand to wait. The boxes come mostly from Amazon and Target truckloads. That...

Aurora, IL · 2d

Crafting Your Home

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Ohio, Michigan, Minnesota, Iowa and Illinois Limit Winter Utility Shutoffs, With Some Protections Lasting Into April

Ohio, Michigan, Minnesota, Iowa and Illinois set winter utility shutoff limits; Ohio's runs to April 16 and Minnesota's to April 30. See who qualifies.

Minnesota · 4d

Naperville Community Television (NCTV17)

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IPSD 204: ‘State underfunding’ causes high reliance on property taxes

Indian Prairie School District 204 plans to raise property taxes by the amount allowed under the tax cap and charge property owners 2.7% more on 2026 taxes payable next year. The school board discussed the district’s next operating levy during its most recent meeting, saying shortcomings in the state’s evidence-based funding formula and federal support for schools are placing too high of a burden on local taxpayers.

Illinois · 2d

Timeless Dishes

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Illinois Extension Lists 3 Dips for Cut Apples That Darken in Air: Ascorbic Acid, Fruit Juice and Honey Water

Illinois Extension lists 3 dips for cut apples that darken in air: an ascorbic acid mixture, fruit juice and honey water. The post Illinois Extension Lists 3 Dips for Cut Apples That Darken in Air: Ascorbic Acid, Fruit Juice and Honey Water appeared first on Timeless Dishes .

Illinois · 1d

yaleclimateconnections.org

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Ironworkers in high demand as wind energy booms

In an iconic photo from the 1930s, ironworkers eat lunch, perched on the steel beam of a skyscraper. The photo documents the critical role these tradesmen played in building city skylines. And now, ironworkers are also essential for building another kind of tall tower – wind turbines. Noah Mihaly,...

Illinois · 1d

connectcre.com

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TPA Pursuing 2M-SF Charlotte-Area Warehouse Facility

TPA Group plans to begin site work on a more than 2-million-square-foot industrial park in Salisbury in early 2027. The 362-acre park would be called Meridian 85 and would include six buildings. The Triad Business Journal reports that the largest building would exceed 1 million square feet. It would be...

Charlotte, TX · 1d

taylorvilledailynews.com

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Kaufman Realty & Auctions Celebrates New Taylorville Location’s Opening

Kaufman Realty & Auctions’ new Taylorville location at 825 West Spresser Street is now open. The business celebrated the move with a grand opening on Thursday. Guests were able to meet company staff, enjoy complimentary food and coffee, and enter raffles for prizes, including a new barbecue. Matt Corso, a realtor and auctioneer, told the Hart Media Group he was happy with the turnout, especially considering the colder temperatures and rain that day.

Taylorville, IL · 1d

mchenrycountyblog.com

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State Treasurer Buys Polish and Israeli Bonds

Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Announces Purchase of $50 Million in Republic of Poland Bonds. Investment Provides Strong Returns for Illinois Taxpayers. Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs today announced his office has purchased $50 million in Republic of Poland Bonds. “These bonds provide a strong investment for the people of...

Illinois · 1d

grainjournal.com

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NCERC Researcher Explores New Uses for Illinois Corn

Brooke Wagner once thought of corn primarily as a food crop. Now, as a senior research fellow at the National Corn to Ethanol Research Center (NCERC), she is helping develop new uses for corn that could create long-term value for Illinois farmers. Located on the campus of Southern Illinois University...

Illinois · 1d

springfieldbusinessjournal.com

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Building permits – Nov. 2 to Nov. 8

1999 Partners received a commercial remodel permit for 1999 Wabash Ave. Contractor is RD Lawrence Construction Corp. and the project is valued at $115,000. Springfield Hospital Inc. received a commercial remodel permit for 5230 S. Sixth Street Frontage Road. Contractor is Harold O’Shea Builders and the project is valued at $4.1 million.

Springfield, IL · 3d

claimspages.com

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Illinois Roofing Company to Pay $700K in Workplace Harassment Settlement

Monday, November 9th, 2026 — An Illinois roofing contractor has agreed to pay $700,000 to resolve a federal lawsuit involving allegations of racial and sexual harassment, including repeated misconduct by a company vice president and management's failure to address employee complaints. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced...

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