Category Archives: Decatur Radio

MORINGA RECALL
Illinois is among seven states affected by a drug-resistant strain of Salmonella linked to Rosabella brand moringa powder capsules, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Ambrosi...
Jerry Hinkle Feb 18, 2026 Prescription Control Center

MAKERS MADNESS
The Illinois Manufacturers' Association has kicked off its 2026 Makers Madness contest, searching for "The Coolest Thing Made in Illinois." Nominations for any product manufactured within the state ar...
Jerry Hinkle Feb 18, 2026 A variety of crafting tools and materials are scattered across a table, including scissors, glue guns, tape, and various colorful supplies, perfect for artistic projects.

GOV MEDICAL DEBT
More than 500,000 Illinois residents are now free from medical debt, following an announcement from Governor J.B. Pritzker. The state's initiative has wiped out a remarkable $1.1 billion in unpaid med...
Jerry Hinkle Feb 18, 2026 Health insurance and medical welfare concept. Stethoscope with health care icon on dollar bill background. The cost of healthcare. Medical technology, health insurance business.

SCHOOLS APPROVE IHSA FOOTBALL CHANGES
High school football players in Illinois will be hitting the field earlier in 2026. The Illinois High School Association has announced the first practice date is moving up to August 5, following a rec...
Jerry Hinkle Feb 16, 2026 A low angle close-up view of a leather American Football sitting in the grass next to a white yard line with hash marks in the background.

SNAP BILL
Illinois lawmakers are weighing a new bill aimed at softening the blow from tightened federal SNAP work requirements. The proposed Families Receiving Emergency Support for Hunger, or FRESH, program wo...
Jerry Hinkle Feb 16, 2026 Portland, OR, USA - Oct 28, 2020: "SNAP welcomed here" sign is seen at the entrance to a Big Lots store in Portland, Oregon. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is a federal program.

BILLS FILED TO CREATE SMALL BIZ ACCOUNTS
Illinois lawmakers are looking to boost small business growth with new legislation. Democratic state Senator Doris Turner and Republican state Representative Amy Elik have introduced bills in their re...
Jerry Hinkle Feb 16, 2026 Financial investment and success market stock technology currency report.Money business financial graph diagram of coin. Financial growth data or investment market profit bar

ILCC Launching New Liquor Control And Compliance Portal
The Illinois Liquor Control Commission is rolling out its new Control and Compliance Portal-a digital platform aimed at streamlining licensing, renewals, and required reporting for local businesses. B...
Jerry Hinkle Feb 16, 2026 Close-up of pouring whiskey or rum on the bar, dark toned background

Road Work on Fairview Avenue
Entler Excavating Company will begin storm sewer installation on Fairview Avenue, also known as Route 48, starting today. This project will result in the closure of Fairview Avenue between West Eldora...
Jerry Hinkle Feb 16, 2026 Сonstruction site with a Road Work Ahead sign, traffic cones, hard hat, shovel against a white background. Road safety, construction work, civil infrastructure maintenance engineering projects. 3D

1099-G FORMS AVAILABLE
The Illinois Department of Employment Security has announced that 1099-G tax forms for 2025 are now available for individuals who received unemployment insurance benefits. Recipients should expect eit...
Jerry Hinkle Feb 15, 2026 Digital Tax Calculation and Management Concept. E-tax, Income tax, government taxes, financial research, Taxation, tax documents, and savings, report VAT and property tax of business.

ILLINOIS AMERICA 250 PASSPORT
The Illinois America 250 Commission has launched the Passport to Illinois, a new program marking the upcoming 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Residents and visitors can pick up t...
Jerry Hinkle Feb 15, 2026 American flag Declaration of Independence represent national pride during historical event in July.






