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USDA Announces Specialty Crop Block Grant Program Funding Awarded to Illinois

Silence DoGood - September 7, 2023

The funding to Illinois is part of a total of $72.9 million in non-competitive FY 2023 SCBGP funding... #farming

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Report: Chicago Teachers’ Union President Sends Child to Private School

Silence DoGood - September 6, 2023

A report by Wirepoints showed that 53 schools do not have any students who can do math at their grade level and that at 30 schools, no student can read at grade level statewide. #ctu

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Leader Haas Promotes Suicide Prevention Awareness During Suicide Prevention Month

Silence DoGood - September 6, 2023

Every life is precious, and we must work to show our support and care for our neighbors and loved ones in need. #suicideawareness

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Illinois Gun Owners Await Firearm Registry Rules From State Police

Silence DoGood - September 5, 2023

In less than a month, ISP is expected to open the portal for gun owners to register certain semi-automatic firearms the state has labeled “assault weapons.” #gunban

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Oak Lawn Chamber of Commerce Holds Successful Golf Outing

Silence DoGood - September 5, 2023

The Chamber received overwhelming support from its members and many Oak Lawn businesses in the form of sponsorships, gift certificates and raffles. #oaklawn

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Orland Fire Protection District Receives the Nation’s Highest Accreditation Honor

Silence DoGood - September 3, 2023

The "Accredited Agency" status recognizes the Orland Fire Protection District's overall effectiveness in every possible firefighting rescue scenario... #ofpd

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Illinois Homeowner Assistance Fund Program Closing in 60 Days

Silence DoGood - September 3, 2023

Originally launched in April 2022, ILHAF has provided more than $246 million to help 13,730 Illinois homeowners... #propertytaxes

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Leader Haas Joins Community Leaders at Unveiling of Sergeant Marlene R. Rittmanic Memorial Highway

Silence DoGood - September 1, 2023

Sergeant Rittmanic was a 21-year law enforcement veteran, published poet, amateur photographer, and film producer. #rittmanic

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Popular Brewfest Returns to Orland Park

Silence DoGood - September 1, 2023

The Brewfest includes numerous sampling stations with over 50 selections of ales, ciders, IPAs and spirits from some of the region’s favorite craft breweries and distilleries. #brewfest

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The Illinois Hunger Coalition Announces Paul Simon Public Service Award Recipients