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2 days ago |
pekintimes.com | Mike Kramer
Seven establishments had no violations, while seven others had five or more. Violations ranged from improper food storage temperatures and unsanitary conditions to structural issues like missing ceiling tiles and leaking pipes. Some establishments had repeat violations. The Tazewell County Health Department inspects a variety of local establishments to identify issues that could contribute to the spread of foodborne illness and to ensure their general cleanliness and maintenance.
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2 days ago |
pjstar.com | Mike Kramer
City Manager John Dossey is the highest-paid employee, earning $184,862 annually. The report is available for public review at City Hall or via email request. Illinois statute requires municipalities that participate in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund to publicly post a list of all employees making more than $75,000 in total compensation. The Journal Star is reviewing those public documents and sharing contents of the reports with readers for transparency.
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3 days ago |
galesburg.com | Mike Kramer
K.C. Hill, 86, has worked for the same railroad company for almost 68 years. He started as a fireman and now works as a full-time engineer for BNSF Railway. Hill enjoys the variety of his work and the ability to support his family. He has witnessed significant changes in the railroad industry, including the transition from steam engines to diesel and jet trains, and smaller crew sizes. In 1957, Dwight D.
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3 days ago |
pjstar.com | Mike Kramer
K.C. Hill, 86, has worked for the same railroad company for almost 68 years. He started as a fireman and now works as a full-time engineer for BNSF Railway. Hill enjoys the variety of his work and the ability to support his family. He has witnessed significant changes in the railroad industry, including the transition from steam engines to diesel and jet trains, and smaller crew sizes. In 1957, Dwight D.
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4 days ago |
pekintimes.com | Mike Kramer
Lisa Hofmann, a Pekin woman who died in a workplace accident, is being remembered through various acts of kindness and remembrance. A home is being built in Honduras in Hofmann's honor, fulfilling her wish to participate in a mission trip. LACOSTA, Hofmann's employer, created the "Live Like Lisa" award to honor employees who embody her values. Hofmann's mother, Vicky, has participated in memorial ceremonies and continues to share her daughter's story.
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Steven Spearie
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Real Time Editor at KSHB-TV (Kansas City, MO)
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