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Tuesday, Dec. 12
Agreements with Illinois' three major coal-fired power companies lead to approval of state mercury pollution reduction plan Plan to improve public health reduces emissions by 90 percent
Gov. Blagojevich announces historic agreement with Midwest Generation to reduce power plant pollutants and deliver dramatic clean-air benefits
Gov. Blagojevich names Sheila Nix and Louanner Peters deputy governors for his second term After serving governor through first term, Deputy Gov. Bradley Tusk returning to East Coast to work in the private sector
New study shows sustained health benefits from Department of Human Services programs Illinois moms in state-funded maternal and child health programs less likely to have premature or low birth weight babies
Top Stories from the past week
Dec. 11
Mount Pulaski citywide boil order
Gov. Blagojevich awards grants for anhydrous ammonia security 35 fertilizer dealers will share funds intended to deter the illicit production of methamphetamine
'Lunch and Learn' offers legal direction for families caring for older adults and grandparents raising children
Dec. 9
2006 Festival of Trees inspires holiday spirit It could be called the 'upside-down year'
Pictures from 2006 Festival of Trees
City briefs
Gov. Blagojevich announces $2.78 million in Conservation 2000 grants to protect Illinois’ environment 51 grants benefit habitat in 88 counties throughout IllinoisIncludes Lower Sangamon Valley Partnership
Recalls issued Dec. 3-7 include door locks, furniture, air rifles and mood necklaces
Dec. 8
City of Lincoln brush pickup begins
Gov. Blagojevich asks President Bush for federal assistance after hard-hitting winter storm State continues to work with local communities on recovery efforts
Dec. 7
Lincoln Holiday Inn Express staff shows off rejuvenated interiors
Mount Pulaski ice storm brush pickup set
Salvation Army announces rental assistance
Gov. Blagojevich directs inmates, state trucks and equipment to assist more communities with debris removal Illinois National Guard visits more than 4,000 homes in Decatur to check on welfare of residents still without power
Dec. 6
City briefs Preparations continue for south lift station renovation General obligation bond issue renewed
Cold night on the way
CIEDC begins its 2007 capital campaign, 'Community Support for Community Action'
Gov. Blagojevich declares 49 counties, including Logan, state disaster areas after heavy snow, ice and extended power outages State Emergency Operations Center remains activated to coordinate assistance with local emergency management officials
Gov. Blagojevich announces new study shows Illinois leading the nation in health improvement
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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