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Area activities picking up to commemorate America’s 250th Birthday
By Kathy Turner Freelance Reporter • With just two months to go, we are seeing more activities in our communities recognizing the 250th birthday of our nation. Some have even tied the celebration to other events in the community. On Saturday, April 25 the Village of Glen Carbon recognized Arbor Day with the planting of…
Read MoreAs America Approaches 250: not too early to plan your 250th Celebration
By Kathy Turner • With just about 70 days to go, it is time to start looking at how you and your family will celebrate America’s 250th birthday. Local venues that typically host July 4th events are ramping up their plans for the special events. So, staying local that week is definitely an option. But,…
Read MoreAs America Approaches 250: Jarvis Township Celebrates 150 Years of History
By Allen Adomite, Jarvis Township Supervisor • While the official designation of Jarvis Township, known prior to 1875 as just 3 North, Range 7 West, has existed for more than the upcoming 250 years of American anniversary, the designation of “Jarvis” as the name of our congressional township officially turns 150 years old in 2026.…
Read MoreIllinois State Museum invites Illinoisans to share stories for America 250
By Tribune Staff SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois State Museum is inviting residents from across the state to share their family stories as part of a statewide effort to commemorate the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary. As the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence approaches, the museum is asking Illinoisans to contribute stories…
Read MoreIllinois art contest invites students to let their imaginations run wild
Deadline is Dec. 19 to enter America 250 art contest SPRINGFIELD – The annual student art contest sponsored by the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum and the Illinois State Board of Education invites young artists to let their imaginations soar on the theme, “America 250 – Reflections through Art.” The United States is turning…
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