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Weather Alert

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in
Illinois...

Big Muddy River near Plumfield and Murphysboro.

.Levels will continue to fall on the Big Muddy River, dropping
below flood stage near Plumfield Sunday, and near Murphysboro
Tuesday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks.

Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.

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...FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL LATE SUNDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...Big Muddy River near Plumfield.

* WHEN...Until late Sunday evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 7:30 PM CDT Wednesday the stage was 23.9 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage
Sunday afternoon.
- Flood stage is 20.0 feet.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

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IL State Board of Education wants public's input on public education funding

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(WSIL) -- The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) is asking members of the public to give their input on state funding for public education.

ISBE is accepting testimony in writing . After submitting a request online, individuals can attend one of three budget hearings during the month of October � the first of which starts today at 4 p.m. The public’s input will inform the funding recommendation ISBE will provide to lawmakers for fiscal year 2024. 

“We invite anyone with a stake in public education to participate in the state budgeting process,”�said State Superintendent of Education Dr. Carmen I. Ayala. “We want to hear from educators, parents, students, and community members about what investments would make the biggest difference in the lives of their students. This is an opportunity to make your voice heard.�

ISBE will submit its recommendation for state education funding to Governor JB Pritzker and the General Assembly in January. Ultimately, lawmakers will enact a budget for FY 2024 that balances the state’s spending priorities. 

Individuals wishing to participate must submit their testimony in writing by completing the form at�. After submitting testimony in writing, individuals are welcome also to speak at one of three budget hearings. ISBE will give equal consideration to all written and oral testimony.�

ISBE will host hearings:

  • 4-7 p.m. Oct. 4 � virtual, for media to listen in,  and select “listen only attendee�
  • 4-7 p.m. Oct. 6 � in-person at 100 N. First St., Springfield, IL 62777
  • 4-7 p.m. Oct. 24 � virtual, for media to listen in,  and select “listen only attendee�

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