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Saturday, March 24, 2007
Partnership for a Drug-Free Illinois calls on media, parents to unite in preventing illegal drug use New release of public service announcements includes messages about heroin, meth and prescription drugs
Top Stories from the past week
March 23
Failed slurry coat will be replaced
State public health director issues consumer warning Illegally manufactured Mexican-style cheese can lead to illness such as salmonella
Illinois recognized as national leader for commitment to early childhood education National report ranks state second in the nation for preschool accessibility for 3-year-olds Illinois State Board of Education accepting applications from preschool providers for 2007-2008 school year
March 22
County: health and highways
'Spring Fling' to save The Mill
March 21
Sparks fly at county board meeting
Ag Day Breakfast 2007 Scholarships, the value of agriculture and humor
Pictures from Ag Day Breakfast
County briefsHappenings in Logan County
Seasonal weight limit lasts through April 18 Excess load permits and coordination with townships needed on county roads
Dozens of African-American ministers endorse Gov. Blagojevich's plan to expand access to health care, invest more money in schools, bring about tax fairness
March 20
County briefs County medical insurance plan, other proposed measures and news
Heavy rain threat increasing across central Illinois
National Flood Safety Awareness Week
Momentum for Gov. Blagojevich's budget proposal continues to build Community groups and individuals at Peoria and Danville endorsement events voice support for ‘Investing in Illinois Families'
March 19
Junior high student's hearing scheduled
Illinois youth mobilize for 19th annual National & Global Youth Service Day
Gov. Blagojevich announces $270,000 in sustainable agriculture grants to encourage environmentally friendly agricultural innovation
March 17
County may get new planning and zoning administrator Audit in final stretch
Gov. Blagojevich announces plan to provide $763 million to help 146,000 Illinois residents afford decent homes and receive housing-related services The third annual Comprehensive Housing Plan promotes homeownership and provides assistance to rental households
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