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Saturday, March 23, 2024
Illinois Community Colleges

36 of the state’s community colleges saw an increase in their student headcount from spring 2023 to spring 2024. Learn more here.


Friday, March 22, 2024
Illinois History

On this day in 1872, the Illinois General Assembly passed a law providing that no person could be excluded from any occupation, profession, or employment because of sex. Learn more…


Thursday, March 21, 2024
National Farm Rescuer Day

National Farm Rescuer Day is dedicated to the farmers who help those in need. Whether it be through natural disaster, sickness, or injury, Farm Rescuers support their fellow farmers in…


Wednesday, March 20, 2024
National SBDC Day

Today is National SBDC Day, which recognizes the impact of Small Business Development Centers across the country. SBDCs provide resources and tools for aspiring business owners and support current businesses…


Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Spring Begins!

Today is the first official day of Spring! Celebrate the new season by enjoying time outdoors.


Tuesday, March 19, 2024
National Agriculture Day

Happy National Agriculture Day! Did you know that Illinois is the fifth-highest agriculture-producing state in the nation? Celebrate today by enjoying locally-grown agricultural products.


Monday, March 18, 2024
Rep. Haas Honors Brickstone Brewery for March Local Business Spotlight

KANKAKEE – For her March 2024 local business spotlight, State Representative Jackie Haas (R-Kankakee) recognizes Brickstone Brewery in Bourbonnais. Rep. Haas spent time touring the business and presented the owners…


Monday, March 18, 2024
Gardening Guide

Starting a vegetable garden this year? Illinois Extension offers a general planting guide to help gardeners know when it’s best to plant and learn more about fruit and vegetable growing….


Sunday, March 17, 2024
St. Patrick’s Day

Saint Patrick’s Day honors the foremost patron saint of Ireland, Saint Patrick. Don’t forget to wear green to celebrate this holiday!


Saturday, March 16, 2024
National Freedom of Information Day

National Freedom of Information Day celebrates the Freedom of Information Act that declared everyone has the right to information from government agencies. This holiday also falls on the birthday of…