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Friday, March 8, 2024
PHOTOS: Springfield Week in Review

Emerging Women Leaders Event The Emerging Women Leaders Event is meant to honor local women who are rising in their roles as leaders and to provide them an opportunity to…


Thursday, March 7, 2024
Upcoming IDOC Hiring Events

The Illinois Department of Corrections is holding hiring events across the state in March and April.


Wednesday, March 6, 2024
National Dentist’s Day

Today is National Dentist’s Day. Dental care is an important, and often overlooked, part of a person’s health and well-being. Don’t forget to thank your dentist today for all that…


Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Rep. Haas Honors Local Women at Emerging Women Leaders Event

SPRINGFIELD- Yesterday, State Representative Jackie Haas (R-Kankakee) welcomed Lamekia Davis and Liz Gibson to the Emerging Women Leaders Event in Springfield. The event consisted of a brunch, listening session, and…


Sunday, March 3, 2024
Women’s History Month

Women’s History Month celebrates the contributions of women to our nation in both the past and the present. Advancements made by women in every field have been a critical part…


Sunday, March 3, 2024
National Anthem Day

National Anthem Day commemorates the day the ‘The Star-Spangled Banner’ was adopted in the United States. The song was initially written by Francis Scott-Key and became the official national anthem…


Saturday, March 2, 2024
Read Across America Day

Read Across America Day is an annual day dedicated to motivating children across the country to read. While this is a great day to celebrate the joy of reading, we…


Saturday, March 2, 2024
Invest in Veterans Week | March 1-7

Invest in Veterans Week honors the aspiring and established businesses owned by veterans of our armed forces. This week is a great time to support veteran-owned businesses. Do you have…


Friday, March 1, 2024
National Social Work Month

National Social Work Month honors the dedication and commitment of social workers across the country who provide critical services to those in need. Social workers help support and navigate people…


Friday, March 1, 2024
Employee Appreciation Day!

Happy Employee Appreciation Day! I want to share my own appreciation for my incredible staff who work hard for the people of Illinois each and every day.