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Saturday, December 14, 2019

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From DeKalb Times

Rep. Demmer pushes for Lee County project as Amazon solar talks heat up

By Glenn Minnis | 4 days ago

Illinois state Rep. Tom Demmer (R-Dixon) is all in on Amazon’s plan to build a solar farm in Lee County that could prove to be a boon for the region.

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AMERICAN LEGION: Vehicle Donations Support Legion Programs

Owners of unused vehicles can donate them for tax breaks while also benefiting American Legion programs.

By Press release submission | Dec 9, 2019

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CITY OF DIXON: 31st Annual Christmas Walk

By Press release submission | Dec 9, 2019

The snow is falling which means the 31st Annual Downtown Dixon Christmas Walk is right around the corner!

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BYRON FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT: American Bald Eagle Live!

By Press release submission | Dec 9, 2019

Meet the Northern Illinois Raptor and Education’s new female American Bald Eagle, Independence and learn more about our national bird on George Washington’s birthday.

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BERTOLET MEMORIAL LIBRARY DISTRICT: Tri-County Opportunities Council

By Press release submission | Dec 9, 2019

The Community Services Block Grant provides funding to Community Action Agencies, like Tri-County Opportunities Council, to reduce poverty, revitalize low-income communities and to empower low-income families to become self-sufficient.

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CITY OF LANARK: Lanark Public Library Will Be Closed On Dec. 24 and 25

By Press release submission | Dec 9, 2019

The Lanark Public Library will be closed on Christmas Eve, Dec. 24th and and Christmas Day, Dec. 25th.

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Rep. Chesney lauds 89th District for instilling Northwest Illinois values

By Glenn Minnis | Dec 9, 2019

Illinois state Rep. Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) recently thanked his constituents for providing him motivation and inspiration during his first year in Springfield.

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CGH MEDICAL CENTER: How Your Healthcare Privacy Is Protected

By Press release submission | Dec 4, 2019

To take care of you, healthcare providers keep track of a lot of personal information—like your health conditions, test results, procedures you've had and hospital stays.

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CITY OF DIXON: Night of TSO

By Press release submission | Dec 4, 2019

There is still time to get your tickets for Infinity presents a Night of TSO.

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BYRON FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT: Bald Hill Birds & Blooms Walk

By Press release submission | Dec 4, 2019

Bring your binoculars to Bald Hill and we'll look for returning migrant birds and spring flowers.

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CITY OF GALENA: Riverview Volunteer Info Session

By Press release submission | Dec 4, 2019

This volunteer information session will provide detailed information on volunteer opportunities available at Riverview, and how to get started.

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AMERICAN LEGION: Surging Legion Post Provides 'A Platform For Service'

By Press release submission | Dec 4, 2019

Located along John F. Kennedy Boulevard East, overlooking the Hudson River and with a real estate developer’s dream view of the New York City skyline, American Legion Post 18 in Weehawken, N.J., seems to be located in a prime spot to make a positive impact in its surrounded North Hudson County community.

From DuPage Policy Journal

Congressional candidate Ives vows to assert her contempt for political corruption at the national level

By Glenn Minnis | 14 days ago

Illinois congressional candidate Jeanne Ives (R-Wheaton) is vowing to continue to be a thorn in the side of longtime Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan (D-Chicago).

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CITY OF DIXON: Extended Yard Waste Pick-Up Schedule

By Press release submission | Nov 27, 2019

Republic Services has extended their yard waste pick-up schedule until Saturday, Nov 30, 2019.

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AMERICAN LEGION: Legion Holiday Blood Drive Starts Thanksgiving Day

By Press release submission | Nov 27, 2019

Thanksgiving marks the start of the annual American Legion Holiday Donor Blood Drive that lasts through Dec. 31.

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BYRON FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT: Skunk Cabbage Search

By Press release submission | Nov 27, 2019

Join us for a hike to look for early blooming of the skunk cabbage flower.

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CITY OF LANARK: Jingle Fest 2019

By Press release submission | Nov 27, 2019

We may never leave Santa's Workshop.

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BYRON FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT: Recruit Class For Part-Time Firefighters

By Press release submission | Nov 27, 2019

We will be a part of an area recruit class for part-time firefighters coming up after the first of the year.

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Democrats handed over possession of the ethics reform issue, Rep. Chesney says

By Glenn Minnis | Nov 25, 2019

Illinois state Rep. Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) is one of many Republican lawmakers questioning Democrats' commitment to eradicating corruption in state government.

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CITY OF DIXON: Now Scheduling Testing For Entry-Level Firefighter-Paramedics

By Press release submission | Nov 22, 2019

The City of Dixon Fire Department is now scheduling testing for Entry-Level Firefighter-Paramedics.