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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 · 1d
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967 The Eagle

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Illinois Cleaning Business Owner Makes Hilarious Booking Mistake

A local cleaner learned an unforgettable business lesson after discovering her next appointment was nearly 2,000 miles away.

Dixon, CA · 21h

Mass Market Retailers

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FMI joins retailers challenging federal swipe fee rules

Retail groups say federal banking regulators overstepped by blocking legislation that could save Illinois merchants and consumers over $500 million yearly.

Illinois · 1d

The Journal Standard

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Virtual fencing tech impresses Illinois lawmaker

Illinois House Minority Leader Tony McCombie recently toured Thoren Farms in Stockton to learn about its conservation work and use of virtual fencing technology. McCombie was joined by Cori Malone of the Illinois Beef Association , according to a community announcement. The tour highlighted how farmers are using conservation measures and new technology to manage livestock. Thoren Farms received the 2026 Illinois Leopold Conservation Award for its commitment to conservation and responsible land stewardship. Greg and Janis Thoren led the tour of their operation and demonstrated the farm’s virtual fencing technology. The system is among the tools the farm uses for modern livestock management, according to the announcement. “Thank you to Greg and Janis Thoren for showing me around their farm and giving me a firsthand look at how they're using innovative virtual fencing technology and sustainable farming practices,” McCombie said. “It was great to see these advancements in action! “A special thank you to Cori Malone from the Illinois Beef Association for joining us!” Jo Daviess County leads Illinois in beef and cattle production, according to the announcement. Illinois Beef Association Vice President Josh St. Peters also discussed developments in the region’s cattle industry. “Thoren’s farm highlights how beef

Illinois · 1d

WCIA

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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

WCIA

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Missouri among top states for Gen Z movers, Illinois sees an exodus, report says

ST. LOUIS – Young adults are moving to Missouri in greater numbers than they’re leaving, while Illinois is seeing the opposite trend, according to a new report examining Generation Z migration patterns. Lending Tree, an online consumer network, recently released a report examining where Gen Z adults were...

Missouri · 3d

CBS Chicago

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Peoples Gas customers getting $56 credit on November bill

Peoples Gas said it will be cutting every customer's November gas bill by $56.

Illinois · 3d

St. Louis American

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Ameren urges veterans, active-duty military members to apply for utility bill assistance

As the nation pauses to recognize veterans this week, Ameren officials are reminding those who have served that help is available for households struggling to keep up with utility bills. Ameren’s Military Assistance Fund is accepting applications from eligible active-duty military members and veterans who are customers of Ameren Missouri...

Missouri · 4d

CBS Chicago

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Illinois ban on hemp-derived THC drinks paused for some businesses

The state has agreed to temporarily hold off on enforcement against those covered by the lawsuit for another week.

Illinois · 4d

WGN News

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Hopewell Brewing, other Illinois businesses face significant losses as new hemp law looms

Businesses in Illinois, including Hopewell Brewing Company, are facing significant financial impacts as the Illinois Hemp Act is set to ban the sale of hemp-based, THC-infused beverages at most retail locations starting November 12.

Illinois · 3d

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Ameren program offers help with electric bills for veterans, active duty service members

ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Ahead of Veterans Day, Ameren wants local veterans to know about help available to pay electric bills. The Military Assistance Fund is available to Ameren customers in both Missouri and Illinois. To qualify, a person must be a current active-duty service member or...

Missouri · 2d

Breeze-Courier

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Local loyalty or lower costs? Taylorville officials weigh insurance proposals

TAYLORVILLE — The Taylorville Finance Committee voted Thursday, Nov. 5, to recommend continuing the city's insurance coverage through Dimond Bros., following an extensive discussion comparing proposals from the longtime provider and competing firm Gallagher. The special meeting focused on the city's property and liability insurance, with representatives from both...

Taylorville, IL · 4d

25newsnow.com

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Discolored soybeans could cost Central Illinois farmers money despite strong harvest

PEORIA (25News Now) - Some Central Illinois farmers are facing an unexpected challenge following this year’s soybean harvest as discoloration raises concerns about crop prices and international exports. The Illinois Soybean Association says farmers across the state have reported soybeans appearing brown, gray, purple and even green. While the...

Illinois · 2d

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BJC HealthCare, Aetna come to 12-month agreement on TRAIL program insurance

By Tribune Staff • On Nov. 6, Barnes-Jewish-Children’s HealthCare issued a copy of a letter to news media that will be sent to Illinois retirees regarding their TRAIL program through Aetna Medicare Advantage coverage for 2027. BJC HealthCare and Aetna have come to a one-year agreement that enables...

Illinois · 2d

everafterinthewoods.com

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This Old-School Illinois Butcher Shop Still Cuts From Hanging Cattle And Makes Over 80 Sausages

A carved wooden pig head hands out your number at the door. That’s how your visit starts at one of the most beloved butcher counters in Illinois. The kitchen behind the counter turns out more than 80 kinds of sausages and brats. A smokehouse adds more than 10 kinds of homemade bacon to the lineup.

Chicago, IL · 6d

Main Street Dollars

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October layoff notices show Medline cutting 304 jobs in Illinois from Nov. 17 and 3M ending work at a Minnesota plant by Dec. 31, among 6,000-plus manufacturing layoffs

Medline Industries is cutting 304 workers in Northfield, Illinois, starting Nov. 17, and 3M is closing its plant in Fairmont, Minnesota, by Dec. 31. Both were among the layoff notices filed in October, which Manufacturing Dive counted at more than 6,000 manufacturing layoffs for the month. The notices give workers a date to plan around, […]

Fairmont, MN · 5d

Investigate Midwest

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Nearly half of Illinois' soil and water conservation districts have just one employee

Nearly half of Illinois’ 97 soil and water conservation districts have just one staffer because of uneven state funding and low pay that makes hiring and retention more difficult. According to the Illinois Department of Agriculture’s directory for the districts, 47 districts have only one staffer. In 21 of...

Illinois · 3d

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 · 7d

everafterinthewoods.com

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Step Inside This Illinois Toy And Collectibles Shop Where Old Lunchboxes And Action Figures Bring Your Childhood Right Back

“May the toys be with you.” That’s the cheerful sign-off one Illinois collectibles shop uses whenever it thanks a customer for stopping by. I love that line, because it tells you exactly what kind of happy, slightly obsessed place this is. Its shelves hold Star Wars figures, Marvel Legends, Transformers, Funko Pops, model kits, and stacks of comics.

Wheaton, IL · 3d

25 News Now

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Discolored soybeans could cost Central Illinois farmers money despite strong harvest

Illinois · 3d