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Kroger Honors Veterans with Special 10% Discount on Veterans Day
November 9, 2025 - In appreciation of those who have served our country, Kroger announced a 10 percent discount to honor former and active duty military members. On Tuesday, November 11, veterans can ...
Lindsay Romano Nov 09, 2025

Illinois State Museum featuring Route 66 stories for 100th anniversary
November 9, 2025 - In anticipation of the 100th anniversary of legendary Route 66 in 2026, the Illinois State Museum (ISM) has launched an online database of 100 oral histories about the Mother Road. ...
Lindsay Romano Nov 09, 2025 Tydence Davis / CC

Mt. Zion Chamber of Commerce to Hold Veterans Day Breakfast November 11th
November 9, 2025-The Mt. Zion Chamber of Commerce invites all veterans and their guest to a free Veterans Day Breakfast at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, November 11, at Antioch Christian Church, 5409 E. U.S. Rou...
Lindsay Romano Nov 09, 2025 maglara / Depositphotos.com

Salvation Army to host Veterans Stand Down Event November 14th
November 9, 2025 - The Salvation Army in Decatur will host a Veterans Stand Down event on Friday, November 14, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at 229 West Main Street. The event is designed to help...
Lindsay Romano Nov 09, 2025

LISTEN: Mark Tupper previews game 2 for the Illini and gives an injury update from coach Brad Underwood
November 7, 2025 - Mark Tupper talks about the Illini's second basketball game of the season, injury updates on the team from Brad Underwood, and former Northwestern head football coach Pat Fitzgerald...
Lindsay Romano Nov 07, 2025

LISTEN: Franklin Grove Elementary update with Heather England, Julie Turner, and Natasha Young
November 7, 2025 - Heather England, Julie Turner, and Natasha Young of Franklin Grove Elementary School joined Byers & Co to talk about their approach, how they support students, family events, an...
Lindsay Romano Nov 07, 2025

Annual Candlelight Tour Illuminates Life at the Homestead Prairie Farm
November 6, 2025 - Experience the Homestead Prairie Farm after dark during the annual Candlelight Tour on Saturday, November 8. This special event open house will be held from 6:30 to 8:30pm at the Ro...
Lindsay Romano Nov 06, 2025

U of I Extension to host "Pumpkin Smash" event for your to recycle old pumpkins Nov 8th
November 6, 2025 -Area residents looking for an environmentally friendly way to dispose of their pumpkins after Halloween can take part in a free recycling event hosted by the University of Illinois E...
Lindsay Romano Nov 06, 2025 iofoto / Depositphotos.com

D'oh, a Deer: Drivers Urged to Watch for Deer during peak mating season
November 6-The Illinois Department of Transportation and Illinois Department of Natural Resources are reminding drivers to stay alert for deer as peak mating season continues through December. Deer ar...
Lindsay Romano Nov 06, 2025 Fool4myCanon / CC

Millikin University School of Music Announces 2025-26 Faculty Recital Series
November 6, 2025-Millikin University's School of Music will present its 2025-26 Faculty Recital Series, featuring three performances that showcase the talents of Millikin's music faculty. Each recital...
Lindsay Romano Nov 06, 2025