Area hospitals are encouraging blood donation after a drop in donations during the pandemic.

The Saluki Dawgs, the Saluki Aces and the Saluki Sky Surfers are set to compete in the annual event celebrating women in aviation.

Julie Wittenborn-Sikorski has been a teacher in special education for 34 years.

Any vaccinated Illinoisan will be automatically entered into a lottery for $10 million in prizes without having to take any extra steps to enter.

A grass roots movement to help people with criminal records achieve opportunities is sponsoring a statewide campaign to raise awareness of the issue.

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is strongly encouraging people who kayak, canoe or paddleboard, to enjoy the water, but keep safety in mind.

Reading Baseball commentator Pete Peterson reveals how he has been a sore loser since a very young age.

The Southern Seven Health Department is offering several, free online workshops for people living with chronic health conditions. For more information call 618-457-5200.You can also learn more by browsing to: https://www.hsidn.org/community-health-calendar/wnnsdbdx5mhybgl27668n98m5tw9d9-zbngz-2tah2-y5ddc-8cxzc-4ntfx-m2xx8

An area teacher is planning the run to show support for the LGBTQ community.