Every statewide office, seat in General Assembly is up for vote Nov. 8 By JERRY NOWICKI & PETER HANCOCK News@capitolnewsillinois.com In the Tuesday, Nov. 8, election, Illinois voters will cast a ballot on a state constitutional amendment, every statewide constitutional office, every seat in the General Assembly and, in 12 counties, a spot on the…

The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) announced today the Agritourism Liability Insurance Tax Credit program. This entitles entities or individuals who operate agritourism businesses in Illinois during 2022 and 2023 to apply for a tax credit equal to 100% of the liability insurance premiums paid by that individual or entity during the taxable year or…

Revela at O’Fallon, a senior living community located at 1022 East Wesley Drive in O’Fallon, Ill., off of Seven Hills Rd and near the O’Fallon Public Safety Office and YMCA, celebrated its grand opening on Oct. 18, 2022. Residents, families, and citizens of the surrounding communities were invited to enjoy a Fall Festival and Ribbon…

The RiverBend Growth Association welcomed several new members to its organization in recent weeks. They include Honke Properties, Jest Murder Mystery Co., Quick Bite, D & R Machine Company, The Ruby Wren with State Street Soap Company LLC, Mo’z Sweet Treats and The Mirage Salon + Barbershop. Honke Properties is a family-owned and operated real…

The Illinois Department of Transportation announces lane restrictions will be encountered in both directions on Interstate 55/70 between Illinois 203 and the I-55/70 split Tuesday, Nov. 1, and Wednesday, Nov. 2., 2022. Weather permitting, the left lane between Illinois 203 and the I-55/70 split will be closed in both directions beginning at 7 a.m. in…

For the fourth straight month, the unemployment rate decreased over the year in all fourteen Illinois metropolitan areas in September according to preliminary data released on Oct. 27, 2022, by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES). Jobs increased in all metros. “Illinois continues to see steady…

Clark Wealth Partners, located at 821 W Hwy 50, Suite 204 in O’Fallon, opened their doors on Aug. 1, 2022, and welcomed clients into their new office with their official ribbon cutting on Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2022. With the continued support of their community, the financial advisory firm helps clients achieve and navigate financial freedom…

Alton Main Street has been awarded The Lieutenant Governor Award for Excellence in Revitalization, recognizing the Untold Black Stories of Alton project. he award is one of the most notable recognitions for Illinois Main Street communities to achieve for their work in bringing economic prosperity to their communities. The awards highlight projects, activities and events…

Simmons Hanly Conroy, one of the nation’s largest mass torts firms and a national leader in the legal representation of mesothelioma patients and their families, is pleased to announce that the firm has received the M. Ann Hatch Award from Land of Lincoln Legal Aid for providing exemplary pro bono services. Simmons Hanly Conroy was formally recognized at…

Area dignitaries, along with officials from Lewis and Clark Community College and the National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGGRECsm), gathered at the Jerry F. Costello Confluence Field Station on Oct. 27, 2022, to celebrate NGRREC’s 20th anniversary. Among those recognized for their efforts in bringing the center to East Alton was former L&C…