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Before Heading Out, Check IDOT Site for 24/7 Statewide Road Conditions

2 years 9 months ago
SPRINGFIELD – With the first blast of winter potentially arriving next week, the Illinois Department of Transportation is reminding the public to visit and bookmark GettingAroundIllinois.com for continually updated information on road conditions. Weather can change quickly in Illinois, so whether you’re driving a short distance or several miles, GettingAroundIllinois.com is an essential resource to keep you updated 24/7/365 on road conditions throughout the state all winter long. “While IDOT is ready for whatever winter has in store, preparation and planning always are your best protection in keeping you and your family safe during snow-and-ice season,” said Illinois Transportation Secretary Omer Osman. “Winter weather can impact travel at any time, with severe events requiring several days before roads return to being completely clear of snow and ice. This winter, please make it a habit to check GettingAroundIllinois.com before you drive anywhere

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As 4-Day School Weeks Increase in Missouri, Legislators Push Back

2 years 9 months ago
With more Missouri school districts switching to four-day weeks — including some of the largest — education leaders and state legislators are raising concerns. Four-day weeks have been an option for Missouri schools since 2011, and now over 30% of the state’s districts have adopted this shortened week — serving around 11% of the state’s students.
Annelise Hanshaw

U.S. ‘Cord Cutting’ Sets New High. Again.

2 years 9 months ago
Back in 2019, Charter CEO Tom Rutledge proudly declared that the trend of cord cutting — or people ditching traditional cable television and switching to streaming — was finally coming to an end. According to Rutledge, the worst was now behind the cable industry, and the trend was finally slowing down. Yeah, about that. According […]
Karl Bode

'Eat Good, Feel Good': Big Belly Deli Now Open in Florissant

2 years 9 months ago
There’s a new spot to get a sandwich in Florissant called Big Belly Deli, located at 392 St. Ferdinand St., next to Helfer’s Pastries. Lifelong friends and now business partners Chris Timmermann and Nick Boyd opened the deli last month.
Amanda Bretz