Illinois Dailies for 3-19-26: Light the Way Soiree, Midwest Food bank, La Shawn Ford victory
A weekend soiree by Trans Up Front Illinois, a donation to the Midwest Food Bank, and La Shawn Ford’s Congressional primary victory are the subject of today’s Illinois Dailies.
Iowa Dailies for 3-19-26: Rob Sand news, Norwalk data center, tobacco tax support
Norwalk’s support for a data center, Rob Sand for governor news, and a proposed tobacco tax are the focus of today’s Iowa Dailies.
Central Illinois Dailies for 3-20-26: Read Out Proud, Canathon, Pekin data center rejection
The Canathon food drive happening through March 29, the Read Out Proud bookmark competition through March 31, and Pekin’s rejection of a data center are the focus of Central Illinois Dailies for 3-20-26.
The Latest News, Features and Opinion
Wine Down Friday helps fund CYFS foster outreach as nationwide foster shortage builds
A nationwide need for more foster families, plus family counseling and senior support services, are what Friday night’s Wine Down in Peoria Heights will support. The event is a benefit for the Center for Youth and Family Solutions.
How to close the divide with loved ones who have different political views than yours
Political polarization is more complex than ever and destroying relationships. Zachery Nielsen of Bloom Therapy shares tips on how to keep that from happening.
The Latest Bulletin
The Bulletin for May 8 to 22, 2026, is out! Key topics: a look at context around Juneteenth and LGBTQ+ Pride. Plus our usuals: Animal Welfare Needs, Volunteer Needs, Spirituality Events, and events for all parts of Illinois and Iowa, divided by region. Enjoy!
