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Tuesday, Dec. 5
Lincoln officials seek solution to wastewater treatment plant permit renewal City opts to research questionable water flow figures
New Veterans' Affairs director accepts invitation to tour former Lincoln Developmental Center
Mitchell seeks state disaster declaration
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Dec. 4
Logan County residents still without power after Thursday snow and ice storm
It's tails, and Dick Logan returns as county board chairman
Snow and ice set wintry scene for Lincoln's Christmas parade
City landfill increases hours for storm debris
State Emergency Operations Center to assess train derailment near Benton
Gov. Blagojevich opens 122 state buildings this winter to shelter anyone seeking refuge from the cold
State agencies and Illinois National Guard assist homebound and stranded after winter storm
Dec. 2
State fire marshal and governor introduce Keep Warm Illinois campaign Fire safety tips to help families stay safe during the holiday season and winter months
Illinois observes National Meth Awareness Day, highlights innovative Meth Prison and Reentry Program
New environmental health website launched: Healthy Schools for Healthy Learning
Dec. 1
Major winter storm causes widespread power outages Weather and emergency officials advise staying home for remainder of the day
Illinois American Water offers cold weather tips
Senate stamps Illinois minimum wage increase with final approval Current $6.50/hour goes to $7.50 on July 1, 2007, increasing to $8.25 by July 1, 2008
Area Agency on Aging awards funding
Nov. 30
Official 2006 city of Lincoln ornament features the Earl C Hargrove Chapel
Are you ready for severe winter weather? NWS offers guide to preparations
Winter storm warning continues
Nov. 29
Winter storm warning
City council tours downtown shops
Winter storm watch in effect from Thursday afternoon through Friday afternoon
First major winter storm of the season to affect central and southeast Illinois
Winter storm outlook
National Weather Service offers travel tips
Winter weather terms
Illinois House committee approves Gov. Blagojevich's plan to increase minimum wage
Nov. 28
Mount Pulaski Township bridge completed, road reopens
Thursday forecast: freezing rain topped by snow National Weather Service advice: Don't get caught unprepared for winter weather
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