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Saturday, April 4, 2020

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CGH MEDICAL CENTER: Why You Should Clean And Disinfect Your Home

Cleaning and disinfecting your home regularly can help prevent many infections—from respiratory illnesses to food poisoning.

By Press release submission | Mar 30, 2020

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AMERICAN LEGION: Introduced Legislation Will Protect Student Veterans During COVID-19 Crisis

Many schools and universities have taken proactive measures to mitigate the spread of the spread of COVID-19, leaving veterans with questions surrounding their Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) education benefits.

By Press release submission | Mar 30, 2020

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CITY OF DIXON: Republic Services Temporary Adjustments

By Press release submission | Mar 30, 2020

Republic Services has been doing a great job of collecting garbage as regularly scheduled.

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BERTOLET MEMORIAL LIBRARY DISTRICT: Library Will Be Closed Through April 7th

By Press release submission | Mar 30, 2020

Due to the shelter-in-place order, Bertolet Memorial Library will be closed through April 7th.

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CITY OF LANARK: Lanark Summer League Baseball/Softball Registration Forms Are Due By April 1st

By Press release submission | Mar 30, 2020

Please remember that your Lanark Summer League Baseball/Softball registration forms are due by April 1st.

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AMERICAN LEGION: Financial Relief Options Available For Troops Affected by Coronavirus Pandemic

By Press release submission | Mar 23, 2020

Quarantined soldiers facing financial hardship can apply for emergency loans online, according to Army Emergency Relief, which, along with other military aid organizations, is letting troops know about financial help for those affected by the coronavirus pandemic.

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CITY OF DIXON: KSB Hospital hHas Received A Total Of 39 Results From COVID-19 Testing

By Press release submission | Mar 23, 2020

KSB Hospital has received a total of 39 results from COVID-19 testing and all results thus far are negative. 97 test results are still pending.

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CITY OF EAST DUBUQUE: Emergency Declaration To Help Contain The Spread Of The COVID-19

By Press release submission | Mar 23, 2020

The City of East Dubuque has been in contact with several other communities in Jo Daviess County and have decided to follow suit to help contain the spread of the COVID-19 virus.

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CITY OF GALENA: City Buildings Closed to Public Beginning March 18

By Press release submission | Mar 23, 2020

City of Galena officials are closely monitoring the COVID‐19 pandemic and are implementing recommendations released by the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and the Illinois Department of Health (IDPH).

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CITY OF LANARK: Attention Baseball & Sofball Parents

By Press release submission | Mar 23, 2020

We will not be having baseball & softball registration as planned.

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Sheriffs sue Illinois attorney general over TRUST Act

By Bob Pepalis | Mar 17, 2020

Four Illinois sheriffs are suing Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul, claiming the state law banning them from detaining people in the country without legal permission is unconstitutional.

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Oberweis feels the need for increased speed on Illinois' highways

By John Suayan | Mar 15, 2020

It has been half a decade since Illinois raised the speed limit, but if state Sen. Jim Oberweis (R-Sugar Grove) has his way, drivers passing through rural areas of the Prairie State could do so up to 75 mph.

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AMERICAN LEGION: Japan And The U.S.: The 'Gold Standard' Of Alliances

By Press release submission | Mar 11, 2020

In January of 1960, the United States and Japan together signed what was labeled “a treaty of mutual cooperation and security between Japan and the United States of America.

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CITY OF DIXON: Wash Your Hands To Avoid Spreading A Virus

By Press release submission | Mar 11, 2020

A 20 second hand washing with soap can help prevent the spread of a virus.

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BYRON FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT: Free Volunteer Stewardship of Prairies and Oak Savannas Workshop

By Press release submission | Mar 11, 2020

Discover a way to give back to the earth, find new friends and get some exercise!

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CGH MEDICAL CENTER: Should You Cancel A Trip Because Of The Coronavirus?

By Press release submission | Mar 11, 2020

With the new coronavirus disease (COVID-19) now reported in more than 80 countries, you may wonder if you should put your spring break or summer travel plans on hold.

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CITY OF GALENA: FY 2021 City Budget Proposal

By Press release submission | Mar 11, 2020

The proposed FY 2021 is available for viewing.

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AMERICAN LEGION: Tackling Veteran Suicides One On One

By Press release submission | Mar 5, 2020

In 2012, U.S. Air Force veteran Frederick Miller saw a report on CNN about veteran suicides.

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CITY OF DIXON: Residential Service Line Maintenance Program

By Press release submission | Mar 5, 2020

Every year, a number of Dixon homeowners experience some type of failure in the water service pipes between the water main and exterior shut-off box located on their property.

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CITY OF LANARK: Register For Baseball, Softball & T-ball

By Press release submission | Mar 5, 2020

Baseball & Softball seasons are right around the corner.