September 2023

Illinois Hotel & Lodging Association celebrates National Hotel Employee Day

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CHICAGO – The Illinois Hotel & Lodging Association (IHLA) recently recognized National Hotel Employee Day, celebrating the service and dedication of thousands of employees who work in hotels throughout Illinois.    The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) and National Day Calendar established National Hotel Employee Day in 2022 to honor the nearly two million employees […]

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Illinois House Republican Leader Tony McCombie issues statement on International Overdose Awareness Day

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SPRINGFIELD — In recognition of International Overdose Awareness Day last week, Illinois House Republican Leader Tony McCombie renewed her call for bipartisan cooperation to address the opioid epidemic impacting communities all across Illinois and highlighting recent progress she led that will help prevent fentanyl-related deaths.   “Every death resulting from fentanyl poisoning or opioid abuse

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Illinois State Police expands pathways for new troopers

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SPRINGFIELD – In an effort to build its ranks, the Illinois State Police (ISP) is updating the pre-employment requirements for people applying to become a trooper.  Recently signed into law, Public Act 103-0312 makes changes to the Illinois State Police Act, effective January 1, 2024.  The new “Option Three” allows for current law enforcement officers with three years

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MDA says organic certification funding is available

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JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Department of Agriculture has announced money is available to assist Missouri farmers and food processors in obtaining organic certification for their businesses.   Through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Organic Certification Cost Share Program, producers may be reimbursed for up to $750 of their certification costs during the program year.  

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MDC’s ‘Day on the River’ set for Sept. 16 at Cape Girardeau’s Riverfront Park

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CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) “Day on the River” event showcasing the mighty Mississippi River is set for 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Sept. 16 at Riverfront Park in Cape Girardeau. MDC’s Day on the River event showcasing the mighty Mississippi River is set for 10 a.m. – 2

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Missouri State Parks is now accepting nominations for representatives on Missouri Trails Advisory Board

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JEFFERSON CITY – Missouri State Parks is accepting nominations for a water trail-use representative and an equestrian-use representative, each to serve three-year terms on the Missouri Trails Advisory Board. Members must be Missouri residents and must participate in the trail user group they represent.   New board members are appointed based upon experience with trail use and trail

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MSHP invites job seekers to Career Expo

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JEFFERSON CITY – Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, invites those interested in exploring employment with the agency to attend a career expo. In addition to the position of trooper, the Patrol workforce includes over 60 civilian career paths. Divisions with current openings will have representatives available to answer questions

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