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Tuesday, April 7, 2020

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MACOMB COUNTY ANIMAL CONTROL: Pet parents, please have a plan!

As pet parents, we need to prepare an emergency plan for our pets amid COVID-19 crisis.

By Press release submission | Apr 4, 2020

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Champaign city council's executive order draws ire of state legislator

An executive order approved by the Champaign City Council has Rep. Dan Caulkins (R-Decatur) protesting against government overreach and potential illegality as the mayor's office can now ban certain sales and even take possession of a citizen's property.

By Michael Pineda | Mar 31, 2020

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WELDON COMMUNITY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT: Attn. Weldon folks!

They are sorting the mail in farmer city and bring it to our post box.

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Halbrook sees red-light camera scandal as just another reason to break from Chicago

By Glenn Minnis | Mar 23, 2020

Illinois state Rep. Brad Halbrook (R-Shelbyville) views the growing red-light camera scandal as just one more reason why so many downstate residents are looking to put greater distance between themselves and the world of Chicago politics.

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MACOMB COUNTY PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT: Resources for business during Covid-19

As always, if you need assistance with your business, call us at 586-469-5285 for help!

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PROSECUTOR ERIC SMITH: Effective Immediately

In accordance with COVID-19 health-safety precautions, the Macomb County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office is currently closed to the public, until April 3, 2020.

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MACOMB COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE: Event has been cancelled

It will be rescheduled at a later date

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Macon County candidates outline goals if elected

By Benjamin Kibbey | Mar 16, 2020

Local candidates for office answered surveys by the Herald and Review recently, discussing their reason for running and objectives if elected.

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WAPELLA FIRE DEPARTMENT: A big congratulations to all of the members from Kenney

Truly an honor to work with you all!

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WARNER HOSPITAL & HEALTH SERVICES: Blood DriveSafe Sitter Class

Designed to prepare students in grades 6-8 to be safe when they’re home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting.

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WARNER HOSPITAL & HEALTH SERVICES: Help Flatten the Curve

Remember to wash your hands and stay home if you are sick.

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WARRENSBURG FIRE DEPARTMENT: FYI- Information from the Warrensburg School District

As stated in our last correspondence, the Warrensburg R-VI School District takes very seriously the safety and health of our students and staff, especially in relation to the new coronavirus, COVID-19.

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VESPASIAN WARNER PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT: Money Smart Week is April 4-11, 2020 and the library is celebrating all month long!

This free program is provided in partnership with First National Bank & Trust Company of Clinton, IL

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UNITED WAY OF DECATUR & MID-ILLINOIS: 5,741 households in Macon County struggle

A Financial Hardship Study" at the Illinois State Capitol

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Halbrook intent on spreading the word about the dangers of Pritzker's proposed progressive tax

By Glenn Minnis | Mar 2, 2020

Illinois state Rep. Brad Halbrook (R-Shelbyville) wonders how much longer the state can last without a complete overhaul of Springfield.

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Rep. Halbrook determined to rid Illinois of red-light cameras

By Glenn Minnis | Feb 18, 2020

Illinois state Rep. Brad Halbrook (R-Shelbyville) leaves no doubt about his position on the red-light cameras installed across much of the state, arguing that the use of the devices may even be a violation of the U.S. Constitution.

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Rep. Caulkins encouraged by 'groundswell of support' from voters committed to fight against corruption

By Glenn Minnis | 2 months ago

Illinois House Rep. Dan Caulkins (R-Decatur) believes the state's Republican lawmakers should feel some degree of validation by the results of a new poll that finds voters now value “cleaning up corruption in state government” as a top priority.

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One year later, Rep. Halbrook continues to build the Chicago separation movement

By Glenn Minnis | Feb 10, 2020

A year after formally refiling legislation aimed at convincing Congress to declare Chicago a separate state, Illinois state Rep. Brad Halbrook (R-Shelbyville) continues his work to put more distance between the city and his Downstate home.

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Rep. Caulkins challenges Dems to face corruption: 'Republicans stand ready to end this climate'

By Glenn Minnis | 2 months ago

Illinois state Rep. Dan Caulkins (R-Decatur) was not surprised to hear former Legislative Inspector General (LIG) Julie Porter claim that her efforts at ethics reform were for the most part muzzled by powerful Springfield Democrats.

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STATE ATTY-COUNTY OF MACON: Raymond Standerwick

By Press release submission | Feb 7, 2020

Raymond Standerwick wasn’t able to attend the Exemplary Citizen Awards Ceremony so he stopped by the office today to receive his plaque.