On their wedding day, Julia Sterr and Seth King returned to the Monmouth College classroom where they first met in Spanish class and exchanged a "beso"

MONMOUTH, ILLINOIS (August 12, 2024) — The "spaghetti kiss" in Lady and the Tramp is an iconic moment from a love story on the big screen.

For 2021 Monmouth College classmates Julia Sterr and Seth King, their memorable pasta was ravioli.

SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS (August 9, 2024) — The Illinois Chamber of Commerce congratulates Senator Jil Tracy for receiving their Bridge Builder Award. The Bridge Builder is their newest award which recognizes bipartisanship and collaboration in the General Assembly.

COAL VALLEY, ILLINOIS (August 9, 2024) — On Friday, September 13, the Zoo will host our biggest fundraiser of the year, Pints for Preservation. This year, the proceeds will go toward finishing the cat habitats that were destroyed during the CAT-astrophe from the storms earlier in 2024. The large cat exhibits will be completed in late 2024 and the Pallas' Cat (featured in the image above) will be constructed in 2025.

EAST MOLINE, ILLINOIS (August 9, 2024) — The Black Hawk Area Special Education District (BHASED) is excited to announce new administration, upcoming Open House and Unpack Your Backpack nights, and our steadfast commitment to fostering a positive culture and climate for the 2024-2025 school year. These events will be held on August 12 and 13.