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Here’s what’s happening in the State of Illinois

Here’s what’s happening in the State of Illinois

Posted on February 1, 2016

While the leading House Democrat says there must be a balanced approach of some cuts and higher taxes, Republicans says the balance must include political and economic reforms. In the aftermath of Wednesday’s State of the State speech from Governor Bruce Rauner, Speaker Michael Madigan talked about taking a balanced approach of cuts, including a…… MORE

Chamber contest begins today

Chamber contest begins today

Posted on February 1, 2016

During the entire month of February, the Chamber is giving people a chance to win Chamber Gift Certificates.… MORE

Cat’s Take: The new era of Barbie

Cat’s Take: The new era of Barbie

Posted on January 29, 2016

By Cathi Coppinger Move over unrealistically proportioned Barbie, there’s a new Barbie in town! Remember when we were kids and pretty much there was only one Barbie and then knock-offs? I was wanted a brunette Barbie, but no! Blonde and blue-eyed! Not anymore; according to Mattel, Barbie will now come in four body types and…… MORE

Here’s what’s happening in the State of Illinois

Here’s what’s happening in the State of Illinois

Posted on January 29, 2016

Gov. Bruce Rauner spent part of his State of the State address laying a new 10-point education agenda.  Rauner’s plan includes increased funding for early childhood education, allowing districts to make changes to collective bargaining and bidding, and creating a new education entity within state government The top priority in Rauner’s plan is changing how…… MORE

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