Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs has thanked the General Assembly for passing his legislative initiative to allow parents to roll over funds from their Illinois 529 College Savings Accounts into a Roth IRA.
Illinois Lawmakers pass Bill allowing leftover College Savings funds to be used for retirement
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Free Food Giveaway Event in Will County to Help Those in Need
Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant and ShareFest Will County are hosting a free food giveaway event on May 25, 2024, at the Will County Office Building in Joliet, IL, with registration not required and volunteer opportunities available.
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“Ella: A Novel” by Diane Richards
Ella Fitzgerald’s life story is recounted in the novel “Ella” by Diane Richards, which explores her journey from a young girl in Yonkers to a successful singer and performer in Harlem.
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RX Mobile Food Pantry at Bolingbrook HS
Bolingbrook HS is hosting a free mobile pantry program in partnership with Northern Illinois Food Bank, Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital and VNA Health Care to provide residents with milk, eggs, meats, fruits, and vegetables.
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Joliet hires Paulina Martinez, new Economic Development Director
Paulina Martinez has been hired as the new Business Development Director for Joliet, with a salary of $135,000, and Rosemaria DiBenedetto has been appointed as the new Media Engagement and Communications Director, with a focus on promoting the city’s good work.
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Enjoy Cola-Infused Burgers for a Unique Twist on a Classic Favorite
Prepare a delicious batch of cola burgers by combining a large egg, 1/4 cup cola, 1/2 cup crushed saltines, 6 tablespoons French salad dressing, 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1-1/2 pounds ground beef, then grilling them until a thermometer reads 160°.
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Delicious Berry Dream Cake Recipe: Fresh Strawberries and Creamy Whipped Topping
Prepare and bake a white cake mix, pierce holes in the top, pour gelatin over it, refrigerate, and top with cream cheese, whipped topping, and fresh strawberries for a delicious dessert.
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Chilled Sour Cream Dip with Ranch Seasoning and Veggies: A Refreshing Appetizer
This layered ranch dip recipe combines sour cream, ranch salad dressing mix, chopped tomato, green chiles, olives, red onion, and shredded Monterey Jack cheese, served with corn or tortilla chips.
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Sour Cream Potato Salad: A Refreshing Summer Side Dish with a Twist
Prepare a delicious potato salad by boiling and slicing potatoes, combining them with Italian salad dressing, hard-boiled eggs, celery, green onions, mayonnaise, sour cream, horseradish, mustard, celery seed, and salt, and refrigerating for at least 2 hours before serving.
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Peach-Chipotle Baby Back Ribs: A Flavorful Feast for Your Taste Buds
Cook 8 pounds of pork baby back ribs with a mixture of brown sugar, kosher salt, pepper, cayenne pepper, and water in the oven for 2-3 hours, then grill and serve with a peach-chipotle sauce.
