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First Mid Insurance Group ranks among nation’s top 100 brokers
MATTOON — First Mid Insurance Group has been named to Business Insurance’s Top 100 U.S. Brokers list for…
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Illinois gas prices climb as Persian Gulf tensions rattle oil markets
CHICAGO — Gasoline prices across Illinois jumped more than 10 cents per gallon over the past week, part…
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Quincy businesses find fertile soil for growing entrepreneurial dreams
QUINCY — Chef Soner Oztel said he’s found a spot that he feels he can grow with his…
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‘Explore Blessing’ event to give high school students look at healthcare careers
QUINCY — High school students interested in healthcare careers can get a firsthand look at the field during…
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Blessing recruiter earns national physician recruitment certification
QUINCY — Diane Beroiza, a physician and provider recruiter for Blessing Health System, has earned a national certification…
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Blessing Health System leader earns onboarding, retention certification
QUINCY — Taylor Janus, provider recruitment and onboarding lead at Blessing Health System, has earned a specialized certification…
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JWCC ceremony celebrates eight students entering advanced manufacturing program
QUINCY — Eight students signed letters of intent with regional manufacturing employers Wednesday as they begin the Great…
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Illinois gasoline prices climb as Persian Gulf tensions weigh on markets
QUINCY — Average gasoline prices in Illinois rose 8 cents per gallon over the past week, reaching $4.13…
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Illinois farmland values hold steady despite fewer sales, report finds
SUN PRAIRIE — Illinois farmland values have remained largely stable despite lower farm incomes, even as the number…
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Before taking the plunge…
Swimming season is in full swing. If you’re considering adding a backyard pool to your list of summer…