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Highland Prepares For Annual Kirchenfest With Road Closures

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HIGHLAND — The Highland Police Department has announced multiple road closures in downtown Highland, Illinois, to accommodate the annual Kirchenfest festival set for Aug. 19-25, 2025. The event, which celebrates the city’s Swiss and German heritage, will prompt street closures and traffic changes aimed at ensuring public safety during the week-long festivities. The Highland Police Department said the following roads will be closed during the festival: 9th Street from Cypress to Lemon; Main Street from Cypress to Lemon; Cypress from 9th to Main; Lemon from 9th to Main; and Olive Street from the alley between Main and Broadway to the alley between 8th and 9th streets. Additionally, Lemon Street will be converted to one-way traffic from 8th Street to Main Street. Barricades, detours, and police officers will be deployed to manage traffic flow and assist drivers. Officials encouraged residents and visitors to plan alternate routes and exercise caution near the affected areas.

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Duckworth, Kim Lead Senate Delegation to South Korea & Japan to Strengthen National Security & Economic Ties, Expand Auxiliary Shipbuilding and Quantu

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL)—who served in the Reserve Forces for 23 years and is a member of both the U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) and U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee (SFRC)—and U.S. Senator Andy Kim (D-NJ) are leading a Senate delegation to South Korea and Japan to strengthen economic ties between our countries as well as bolster national security by expanding quantum cooperation and exploring auxiliary shipbuilding partnerships. As our sealift and auxiliary fleet continues to be significantly smaller and less competitive than too many adversaries and allies abroad, this week the Senators met with government, military and business leaders in South Korea—a global leader in the shipbuilding industry—where they discussed how the two nations can work together to surge production of auxiliary vessels, strengthen our fleet readiness and support our sealift capacity and workforce in the event

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Attorney General Raoul Seeks Court Order Blocking Trump Administration's Attempt To Share Private SNAP Data

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CHICAGO – Attorney General Kwame Raoul, with 21 attorneys general and the state of Kentucky, filed a motion to block the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) from attempting to force states to turn over personal and sensitive information about millions of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients while litigation challenging the legality of the demand continues. SNAP is a federally funded, state-administered program that provides billions of dollars in food assistance to tens of millions of low-income families across the country. SNAP applicants provide their private information to state agencies with the understanding, backed by long-standing state and federal laws, that their information will not be used for unrelated purposes. “SNAP provides access to food for millions of Illinois families while also supporting thousands of local grocers, farmers’ markets and other merchants who are critical to states’ economies,” Raoul said. “Individual

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How to Set Up a Backyard Campout for Kids

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3 days 4 hours ago
Did you know that children who spend time outdoors are more likely to develop stronger problem-solving skills and enhanced creativity? Yet, in an age dominated by screens and structured activities, many kids rarely experience the joys and challenges of camping. Hosting a backyard campout offers a perfect blend of adventure and safety, letting children explore the outdoors without leaving home. Setting up a memorable and enjoyable campout requires thoughtful planning, creativity, and attention to detail. This guide will walk you through the essential steps to create an unforgettable backyard camping experience for kids. Planning the Perfect Backyard Campout Before pitching a tent or gathering supplies, consider what will make the campout both fun and comfortable for your children. Choosing the Right Spot Select a flat, grassy area in your backyard that is free of sharp objects, low-hanging branches, or other hazards. Proximity to the house is also important—being close allows

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This Day in History on August 20: The Iran-Iraq War Ends

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August 20th holds a significant place in global history, marked by events that have shaped nations, cultures, and international relations. Arguably the most impactful event observed on August 20th occurred in 1988, when Iran and Iraq agreed to a ceasefire ending one of the longest and most devastating conflicts of the late 20th century—the Iran-Iraq War. This ceasefire, brokered by the United Nations, was a critical turning point in Middle Eastern geopolitics, halting nearly eight years of brutal warfare that claimed hundreds of thousands of lives and caused widespread destruction across both countries. The Iran-Iraq War, which began in 1980, was fueled by territorial disputes and deep-seated political tensions. Over the years, it evolved into a complex conflict involving not just the two nations but also drawing in regional and global powers through proxy engagements and arms support. The ceasefire agreement signed on August 20, 1988, under UN Resolution 598, mandated a cessation

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