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Reilly’s Purple Heart resurfaced decades later when it was discovered in a bank safe deposit box that was turned over to the Illinois State Treasurer’s Office in 2018 after it was deemed abandoned. #purpleheart

Women’s History Month traces its origins back more than 100 years, with International Women’s History Day first observed in 1911. In 1980, President Jimmy Carter proclaimed National Women’s History Week, and in 1987, Congress officially designated March as National Women’s History Month. #women #month #honors

Peters also raised concerns about potential delays in federal disaster assistance, saying cuts and changes affecting the Federal Emergency Management Agency could hinder the response. #disaster #tornado #damage

According to the former congressman, more than 300 residents have been detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in the past six months. #latino #elections #vote

“Despite the record number of appeals we received this year, we will continue to deliver timely, transparent and accurate decisions throughout the 2025 appeal session.” #tax #appeals #report

The grant program has attracted strong interest since its launch, according to the alliance, with previous funding rounds drawing significant demand from farmers and food businesses looking to expand operations and improve efficiency. #stewardship #program #food

Items accepted at the collections include chemical cleaners, oil-based paints, paint thinners, antifreeze, motor oil, gasoline, kerosene, weed killers, insecticides, pesticides and other similar household hazardous products. Fluorescent and high-intensity discharge lamps will also be accepted. #collections #epa #spring

If an alarm is not working or has expired, residents are urged to replace it immediately with a 10-year sealed battery model and practice a fire-escape drill with their families. #fire #alarms #spring

Illinois Department of Revenue Director David Harris said the program provides a straightforward way for residents to support important services while filing their taxes. #tax #health #program

The program is part of the Centennial Speaker Series, “Route 66 at 100 – An American Story,” a nationwide effort highlighting the cultural and historical significance of the highway as it approaches its 100th anniversary in 2026. #museum #women #route66