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WASHINGTON, D.C. - In a speech on the Senate floor, U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) condemned President Trump’s appeasement to Russian President Vladimir Putin—where Trump announced key concessions to Putin regarding Ukraine, while apparently ignoring Ukraine’s key demands. Durbin began his speech by recounting history in which British Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain touted the now infamous Munich Agreement as the way to stave off Hitler’s Nazi Germany. One year later, Hitler invaded Poland and triggered World War II. “Over time, Chamberlain’s name became synonymous with the term ‘appeasement.’ And for good reason. You see, while Chamberlain’s goal of peace may have been honorable, he was dangerously naïve about the human nature of a tyrant in Germany who was bent on territorial and maniacal ambitions—pursuits that could only be thwarted with strength,” said Durbin. “Well, President Trump’s

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The Path to Trades program prepares students for highly skilled trades positions after graduation and supplies local companies with well-trained workers.

CHICAGO - The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) today reminded senior citizens about the availability of the Senior Citizens Real Estate Tax Deferral Program. The program, which works like a loan, allows qualified seniors to defer all or part of their property taxes and special assessment payments on their principal residences. The deadline to apply for the program this year is March 1, 2025. The maximum amount that can be deferred, including interest and lien fees, is 80 percent of the taxpayer’s equity interest in the property. The maximum deferral each year is limited to $7,500. Deferred amounts are borrowed from the state, who pays the tax bill to the county collector's office. Interest on the amount paid by the state accumulates and a lien is placed on the property for all deferred tax payments and interest. Three percent simple interest per year is payable upon death of the homeowner, at the time the home is transferred to a new owner, or sooner, if the program participant

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EDWARDSVILLE - Presence does not constitute “belonging.” Belonging is a journey. It is part of one’s narrative, and in building the conditions of belonging, it starts with honoring people’s story, according to Terrell L. Strayhorn, PhD, one of the three editors of “ Belonging in Higher Education: Perspectives and Lessons from Diverse Faculty .” Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s School of Education, Health and Human Behavior (SEHHB) hosted the book editors on Tuesday, Feb. 11. Presenting their research and data in two different lectures were book editors Nicholas D. Hartlep , PhD, Robert Charles Billings Endowed Chair in Education at Berea College in Kentucky; Fred A. Bonner II , EdD, Professor and Endowed Chair in Educational Leadership and Counseling and Founding Executive Director of the Minority Achievement, Creativity and High Ability Center at Prairie View A&M University in Texas; and Strayhorn , Professor of Education

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GLEN CARBON - Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois is excited to announce that the sweetest weekend of the year is here – National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend! If you haven’t gotten your freezers stocked up yet, we have you covered! Feb. 21-23, 2025 will be the biggest weekend for the Girl Scout Cookie Program as cookie booths will be held in areas all throughout Southern Illinois. To find a cookie booth near you (for this weekend or any other weekend through March 9) – or to have cookies delivered straight to your door - visit gsofsi.org/findcookies or text COOKIES to 59618. While buying cookies for yourself, you can also purchase a box or two to donate to our Bake It Forward program. Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois will partner with local Children’s Hospitals and Ronald McDonald House as our Girl Scout Cookie donation recipients this cookie season. The 2025 national Girl Scout Cookie season theme, Unbox the Future, aims to remove social barriers that often kee

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Photos from Paul McCartney's touring photo exhibit, Paul McCartney Photographs 1963–64: Eyes of the Storm, are coming to Los Angeles, and the exhibition is going to help raise money for those affected by…

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Republican states are considering work requirements at the same time Congress is mulling the idea.

The St. Louis Board of Education appointed Ben Conover, grad student and instructor at St. Louis University and co-founder of advocacy group Solidarity with SLPS, to fill a board vacancy.

DECORAH, Iowa — Lydia Marti of Highland is among the 612 students recently named to Luther College's Fall 2024 Dean's List. To qualify, a student must earn a semester grade point average of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale. About Luther College At Luther College in beautiful Decorah, Iowa, students explore big questions and take action to benefit people, communities and society. Our academic programs, experiential approach to learning and welcoming community inspire students to learn actively, live purposefully and lead courageously for a lifetime of impact. Learn more at luther.edu .

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CARLINVILLE - Carlinville Community will host a Community Blood Drive with ImpactLife, the provider of blood components for local hospitals. The blood drive will be from 12 to 5 p.m. on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 201 West Main Street, inside Elks Lodge. What: Carlinville Community Blood Drive When: Wednesday, March 5, 2025, 12-5 p.m. Where: Elks Lodge, 201 West Main Street, Carlinville, IL Appointments: To donate, please contact ImpactLife Springfield at (800) 747-5401 or visit www.bloodcenter.org and use code 60045 to locate the drive. Appointments are requested. 2801 South 10th Street | Springfield, Illinois | (217) 753-1530 Donor Eligibility Criteria: Potential donors must be at least 17 years of age (16 with parental permission form available through www.bloodcenter.org ) and weigh more than 110 pounds. A photo I.D. is required to donate. For questions about eligibility, please call ImpactLife at (800) 747-5401. Donors who last gave blood on or before 1/8/25 ar

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They might not be the quintessential flower for Valentine’s Day, but pink and red orchids symbolize femininity, grace and elegance, desire, passion and love. Walking arm in arm with your […]

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Did you know that poor posture can be just as detrimental to your health as smoking? A study from the American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation found that individuals with poor posture are more likely to experience chronic pain and decreased mobility. This stark revelation is a wake-up call in a world where many of us spend countless hours hunched over screens. With the rise of remote work and digital devices, the need for effective posture-improving strategies has never been more pressing. This article will explore simple exercises that can transform your posture and enhance spinal health, empowering you to lead a more active and pain-free life. Understanding Posture and Its Impact Before diving into exercises, it’s essential to grasp what constitutes good posture. Good posture involves maintaining the natural curves of the spine, which include a slight inward curve at the neck and lower back, and a slight outward curve in the upper back. When these curves are

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Welcome to another fascinating installment of 'This Day in History,' where we explore significant events that have shaped our world on February 19th. **The Most Impactful Event: 1942 - The Executive Order 9066** On February 19, 1942, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066, which authorized the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II. This decision was influenced by the fear and prejudice that gripped the United States following the attack on Pearl Harbor in December 1941. The order led to the forced relocation of around 120,000 individuals, two-thirds of whom were American citizens, to internment camps across the country. This event remains a poignant reminder of the dangers of racial prejudice and the fragility of civil liberties during times of war. In the decades that followed, there have been various efforts to rectify the injustices faced by Japanese Americans, including formal apologies and reparations from the U.S. government. The legacy

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The works of art will stay at the Jefferson County Animal Resource Center until they are gifted to the dogs’ new owners on adoption day.

ST. LOUIS - Crews are on the scene after a multi-vehicle crash with injuries Wednesday morning over the Poplar Street Bridge. The crash happened eastbound on I-55 over the Poplar Street Bridge around 8 a.m., involving a tractor trailer, a pickup truck, and another vehilce. Emergency crews were on the scene and one lane is [...]

Gov. Mike Kehoe signed an executive order Tuesday directing all Missouri state agencies to eliminate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. The order bans agencies from using state funding for diversity training initiatives and from incorporating DEI into hiring and contracting practices. “Our state agencies must operate under a framework that ensures fairness, equal opportunity, and […]

Eight states have policies that ban or limit schoolhouse cellphone use. In 15 states, bans or other restrictions have been proposed.