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Saturday, Aug. 5
State disaster exercise tests emergency response capabilities Mass evacuation and sheltering preparedness tested on Friday
Rabid bat found in Springfield State public health director issues warning to stay away from bats
State announces acquisition of helicopter to increase public safety in northern Illinois Illinois public safety agencies receive record $5.1 million in counterterrorism and drug enforcement equipment last year
War hero selected as grand marshal of Illinois State Fair Twilight Parade
Top Stories from the past week
Aug. 4
State jumps on underage drinking incidents New Tracking Alcohol in IL implements state investigators to uncover alcohol source, keeps sales violation history, incorporates drinking consequences campaign
Attorney General Madigan issues alert: Scam artists targeting people on Medicare
Gov. Blagojevich announces major insurance fraud settlement making thousands of military service members in Illinois eligible for monetary relief
Aug. 3
Rep. Mitchell wants LDC opened to help veterans
Letter to Gov. Blagojevich requests fund transfer to open cottages for veteran care; also suggests community decide additional use for 102 acres
Fair doubles demo derby prize money
Pictures from the fair
State grant assistance available to help eligible residents afford high summer electric bills
July was hot, sticky and wet
Aug. 2
A new queen reigns over 2006 Logan County Fair
First human case of West Nile confirmed, and positive bird and mosquito samples found in new counties
Illinois residents urged to take advantage of local cooling centers and energy assistance programs to stay safe during period of dangerous heat$9 million in energy assistance funding now available
Settlement reached with St. Paul Travelers Insurance Company Investigation uncovered unlawful bid-rigging schemeIllinois to receive $8 million payment
Aug. 1
Plan will define future growth in municipalities and in county Public invited to help steer growth
Heat advisory
Amber Alert issued: Three children last seen near Champaign
New legislation to make college more affordable for middle-class families
July 31
Logan County Fair Association and Luehrs' Ideal Rides team up with bargains
Heat advisory continues
J&S Auto Centre gives new 2007 Outlander ATVs to local law enforcement departments
State Department of Public Health offers safety tips to prevent injury during activities to keep cool
July 29
Seven Logan County women to vie for crown
Military asked to come to Logan County Fair opening day Armed forces picture set for evening
Gov. Blagojevich announces start of cooling grant program
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