August 2023

Gov. Pritzker signs bill expanding excused absences for work-based learning events

SPRINGFIELD— On Monday Governor JB Pritzker signed HB3814 into law, allowing students attending work-based learning events like 4-H and FFA programs to count program participation towards school attendance. The bill advances the administration’s work to encourage Illinois students to pursue workforce and career development learning while in school.   “Agriculture is our number one industry,

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Governor Parson reminds Missourians that state remains in serious drought despite recent widespread rains

SEDALIA– During a listening session for the 2023 Farm Bill with Missouri Producers at the Missouri State Fair, Governor Mike Parson reminded Missourians that the state remains in serious drought. While recent widespread rains have brought some much-needed relief, most of Missouri is still suffering under serious drought conditions. According to the Missouri Drought Assessment Committee,

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Illinois State Police reminds motorists to stay alert as children head back to school

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois State Police (ISP) is reminding the public about the importance of focusing on roadway safety as children across the state prepare to head back to school, especially laws specific to the safety of children in school zones and while boarding buses.   Back-to-School season means an increase in pedestrians and bicyclists in

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MDC managed waterfowl reservations open Sept. 1

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reminds hunters that the pre-season reservation period for managed waterfowl hunts this season will run Sept. 1-18 with results posted Oct. 1. The in-season weekly drawings will take place on Monday afternoons with a seven-day application period that opens the Tuesday before and closes the Monday

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MDC to host CWD public meetings in August at Festus VFW, Ste. Genevieve Progress Sports Complex

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites deer hunters and property owners who wish to be informed about using the regular hunting season to combat the spread of chronic wasting disease (CWD) to attend two free public meetings in August.   Registration is not required.   Where: Festus VFW Hall | When: 6

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