Pritzker Asks For Federal Help For Restaurants, Bars
“Restaurants and bars will have a tough time making it through this winter surge of the virus without federal support,” Pritzker said.
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ENTERTAINMENT
FHN Offering Drop-Off Spots for Letters to Santa
All children who write a letter and send it to Santa at the locations above will receive a special greeting and small surprise.
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Bars, Restaurants Offer Indoor Service Despite Restrictions
Come on in, we’re open.
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Stephenson County Visitor Center Hosts Holiday Gift Show With Even More Local Vendors
The Holiday Gift Show features a juried selection of local vendors selling jewelry, art, holiday décor, bags and other fantastic gift ideas.
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Waffle House’s Stand Against Lockdowns Is Exactly What America Needs—Almost
Waffle House CEO Walt Ehmer’s stance against lockdowns is courageous, but ultimately bolder action may be required to save businesses from the pernicious effects of lockdowns.
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Victorian Mansion Holiday Craft And Gift Show Stephenson County Historical Museum
To be held in the historic Taylor Mansion Museum
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Support Needed For Freeport’s Children’s Museum New Year Grand-Reopening
Help the Children’s Hands on Museum in Freeport reach their goal for a grand re-opening this new year
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Region 3 Shutdown Coming Sunday, Sources Confirm
lllinois Department of Public Health Director Ngozi Ezike admitted today that the only thing they can trace outbreaks to is universities and social gatherings, but restaurants and bars are going to be closed,” said state Rep. Mike Murphy, R-Springfield.
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Progress Continues, Freeport Art Museum Commissions Art For Downtown Plaza
When complete, the Arts Plaza is intended to be a vibrant civic space that couples community engagement with art and cultural activities.
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City of Freeport Issues Update To Traditional Door To Door Trick Or Treating In Freeport
In light of this significant increase in positive cases, your elected City officials and Administration strongly discourage individuals and families from participating in traditional door to door trick or treating.
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Founder of Jhoole Fashion to Speak at Freeport Rotary Club
The local club meets on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month at noon.
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Judge Prohibits COVID-19 Enforcement Against Geneva Restaurant As Attorneys Look To Expand Case
On Friday, Geneva-based restaurant FoxFire sued to block Pritzker’s restrictions on indoor service at bars and restaurants.
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Highland Presents Virtual ‘An Evening of Poe’ For Halloween
The virtual event will feature readings of some of the scariest stories by Edgar Allan Poe.
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Community Invited To Help Decorate Holiday Hero Tree
There is no charge to decorate a bulb.
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Pritzker Issues Most Serious Threat Yet To Bars, Restaurants That Defy Orders
Pritzker has repeatedly said bars and restaurants are among the most common identifiable locations where the virus is spread.
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