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Friday, October 20, 2023
National Mammography Day

According to the American Cancer Society, when breast cancer is detected early, and is in the localized stage, the 5-year relative survival rate is 99%. Early detection includes doing monthly…


Friday, October 20, 2023
Abundant Children & Family Services Basic Needs Drive

WHEATON, IL – Community Call to Action! Every day, families in our community face tough choices. For some, it’s deciding between essential medicine or basic necessities like toothpaste and shampoo….


Wednesday, October 18, 2023
National School Bus Safety Week | October 16-20

Nearly every day, millions of children across the United States line up to ride the bus to school. The school bus is one of the safest modes of transportation, but…


Wednesday, October 11, 2023
World Mental Health Day

Good mental health is more than the absence of a mental illness—it’s essential to your overall health and quality of life. Self-care can play a role in maintaining your mental…


Monday, October 2, 2023
Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Sadly, domestic violence is more common than people think. We can all do our part to encourage healthy, safe relationships this Domestic Violence Awareness Month by learning the warning signs…


Friday, September 29, 2023
Happy VFW Day!

On this day in 1899, a group of 13 Spanish-America war veterans joined together to form what would become the nation’s largest and most dedicated group of combat veterans. Today…


Friday, September 29, 2023
Illinois is The Great Pumpkin State

ILLINOIS – Who doesn’t enjoy a big slice of pumpkin pie, or how about carving and decorating those pumpkins every October to celebrate Halloween? And where did those pumpkins come…


Thursday, September 28, 2023
Professional Licensure Law Outdated and Stifles Job Growth

The professional licensure system in Illinois is antiquated and outdated, and as a result industry professionals from nurses to barbers to roofers can experience wait periods of three to nine…


Saturday, September 23, 2023
Seat Check Saturday

Every year, on average, more than a third of all kids under 13 killed in car crashes are not properly buckled up or in a car seat. Take time this…


Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Quote of the Day

“Humor is the universal solvent against the abrasive elements of life” – Fmr. Senator Alan Simpson