News Progress

•August 30, 2017• The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that new locomotives are now serving Amtrak customers in Illinois, a major step toward replacing the fleet that operates on passenger rail lines throughout the Midwest. As part of its commitment to providing safe, convenient, cost-effective and reliable options for the traveling public, IDOT is overseeing the production of the new locomotives, which ultimately will result in a smoother, faster and safer experience for riders in multiple states. “We are proud to have led the effort to bring these attractive, modern locomotives to Illinois and our other state partners,” Illinois … Read More

25 Years Ago This Week President of the Illinois Education Association Lee Betterman visited teachers in Bethany during their seventh strike day. A group of 30 school parents marched from downtown Bethany to the school superintendent’s office to request negotiations with striking teachers resume immediately. Bob Best in B.B.’s explains the excitement and skills involved for the hunter during dove season. He also mused that limited deer hunting at Wolf Creek State Park had moved populations toward Eagle Creek golf course where hunting with drivers and balls was frowned upon. Sullivan High School class of 1950 plan a gathering for their … Read More

•August 30, 2017• The Social Security Administration introduced the expansion of online services for residents of Illinois available through its my Social Security portal at www.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount. Nancy A. Berryhill, Acting Commissioner of Social Security, announced that residents of Illinois can use the portal for many replacement Social Security number (SSN) card requests. This will allow people to replace their SSN card from the comfort of their home or office, without the need to travel to a Social Security office. “I’m pleased to offer the residents of Illinois the added convenience of replacing a Social Security card through the my Social … Read More