(Springfield-jm) – Registered voters can now request a mail-in ballot for the June 28th primary election in Illinois. The primary is a little less than three months away, but it doesn’t hurt to start planning and get your ballot. State Board of Elections Spokesperson Matt Dietrich says you can start the process on their website: elections dot il dot gov…
State Board of Elections Spokesperson Matt Dietrich. That website again is: elections dot il dot gov. Mail-in ballots will be sent out on May 19th, which is also when in-person early voting begins.
(Washington-jm) – The Internal Revenue Service said refunds totaling almost $55 million may be waiting for 55,767 Illinois taxpayers who did not file a federal income tax return for 2018. About half of those potential refunds could be $840 or more, the IRS said. Refunds totaling more than $1.5 billion may be waiting for 1.5 million people nationwide who did not file a federal income tax return for 2018.
(Springfield-jm) – State lawmakers are working on ways to address the rising cost of inflation. 106th District State Representative Tom Bennett of Gibson City says something has to be done…
106th District State Representative Tom Bennett of Gibson City.
(Roberts-jm) – Roberts residents could be paying more on their water bills. Village trustees will be asked to approve a $9 rate increase at their meeting on April 4th. Residents will see their base rate increase from $40 to $49. The village is looking to raise rates to replace 178 water meters in the village. That’s estimated to cost around $130,000.
(Champaign-jm) – The Department of Transportation announced that construction will resume on Interstate 74 to replace two bridges — one over Market Street and another over the Canadian National Railway yard in Champaign — starting Saturday. On April 3, two-way traffic on I-74 will shift to the eastbound lanes while the westbound portions of the bridges are built. Work is expected to be completed by Thanksgiving.
(Rantoul-tr) – The Community Service Center of Northern Champaign County is preparing for their Spring Fling, April 26th from 6-8pm after 2 years of not holding it due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Community Service Center of Northern Champaign County Executive Director Andy Kulczycki says wine tastings and music will be available…
Community Service Center of Northern Champaign County Executive Director Andy Kulczycki.
(Champaign-jm) – The Champaign County History Museum has accumulated several accolades. The museum was also awarded three additional Awards of Excellence in the categories of Exhibits, Conservation, and Community Partnership. The Award of Excellence in Exhibits was presented for the exhibit William McKinley’s Road of Good Service, focusing on the transformative power of electric rail service across Central Illinois. The Award for Excellence in Conservation was presented for the transformation of the museum's research library. It now offers the public a fully accessible and online research tool for community history. The Award for Excellence in Community Partnership was presented for a partnership with the Champaign Park District to Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Virginia Theatre.
(Springfield-jm) – Governor J-B Pritzker is announcing a 309 million dollar assistance program for homeowners impacted by COVID-19. Eligible households can receive up to 30 thousand dollars in aid for a variety of expenses, says Illinois Housing Development Authority Spokesperson Andrew Field…
Illinois Housing Development Authority Spokesperson Andrew Field. Applications will be accepted starting April 11th, but Field recommends checking the website, illinois housing help dot org now to find out what documentation is needed.
(Chicago-jm) – Democrats are considering Chicago as a potential host for the 2024 Democratic National Convention. Many prominent Illinois Democrats are leading the response to the Democratic National Committee, including DNC Vice Chair Sen. Tammy Duckworth, according to Tarrah Cooper Wright, CEO of Rise Strategy Group — who is helping support the bid. Chicago last hosted the Democratic National Convention in 1996 at the United Center.
(Paxton–jc) – Paxton Park District officials are hoping that fundraising efforts will help the group and its board decide whether the Paxton Park District pool will open this Spring and Summer. Costs to maintain and operate the facility runs thousands of dollars each year. Park district officials will be on hand tomorrow from 10am to 12-30pm to provide tours of the pool and also to provide information about the pool operation. Former Pool lifeguard, Tessa Pilcher says one way to help raise money is with a “Go Fund Me” fundraiser…
Save the Pool "Go Fund Me" Spokesperson Tessa Pilcher. Those wanting to donate may go to the “Go Fund Me” site and search Paxton pool, or you can drop off a donation at the Paxton Park District office.
(Ford County-jm) – The Ford County Soil and Water Conservation District is hosting their fish and tree sale. Fish orders are due by April 6th. Tree orders are due by April 4th.
(Rantoul-tr) – Village of Rantoul leaders are looking for another balanced budget for the next fiscal year. Rantoul Mayor Chuck Smith says the budget meets the needs for the village…
Rantoul Mayor Chuck Smith
(Champaign-jm) – The Champaign-Urbana Public Health District is now offering people an additional COVID-19 booster shot if they meet the eligibility criteria. The FDA had previously approved a fourth COVID dose for only people aged 12 and older with severely weakened immune systems. On Tuesday, the FDA expanded eligibility for a fourth dose to everyone aged 50 and older. The CDC subsequently recommended a fourth dose as long as recipients are four months removed from their third dose.
(Paxton-tr) – Spring is officially here and many people may be wondering how to best keep weeds away from their gardens. Scott Allen from Paxton Hardware and Rental shares an efficient way to keep weeds away using mulch…
That’s Scott Allen from Paxton Hardware and Rental. You can hear Scotts Tips for Success Saturday morning at 7:30am on WPXN.
(Rantoul-tr) – Lincoln’s Challenge Academy Placement Department is currently looking for businesses, education institutes, and professional organizations to present at Class 58-22’s career day on April 14th at the LCA Field House. Help guide and influence the careers of tomorrow’s leaders. For more information please call 217-761-1363.
U of I Chemistry Professor Dr Joaquin Rodriguez-Lopez will present Storing Energy Big Time Using Nano Materials as part of Parkland College’s Staerkel Planetarium Kaler Lecture Series tonight at 6:30 pm.
Paxton IGA will hold their cookout benefiting the Paxton Swine n Dine on Saturday from 10-2.
Dennis Stroughmatt and Band will perform at the Melvin Community Hall on Saturday at 7 pm. Cost is $10 for adults. Children 12 and under are free.
