Allendale School earns exemplary state designation
Allendale Superintendent Bob Bowser announced that Allendale School was designated exemplary by the Illinois State Board of Education under the new system. The award places the school in the top 10 percent of Illinois schools, with 75 percent of this year's score based on academics and growth. Bowser notes variable future breakdowns and cites small class sizes of 12 to 17 as enabling more personalized instruction.
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Illinois soybean researchers adjust after funding cuts
Illinois soybean researchers struggle to continue work after a board shifts investment to areas deemed with larger impact. The Illinois Soybean Association focuses on opening foreign markets and infrastructure advocacy, per The Southern Illinoisan. Soybean farmers nationwide contribute 0.5 percent.
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Bush praised for experience, Reagan style as communicator
AP striking profile notes George H.W. Bush has a strong resume from pilot to president but lacks Reagan’s communication flair. It cites his pragmatism and the era’s critique of his “vision thing” as he sought a second term amid uncertainty about his political reach.
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Advent Prayer and Local Weather Outlook
Daily prayer request focusing on Advent and the Christmas meaning. The brief forecast lists Sunday Mostly sunny with 59 37, Monday Cloudy 42 31, and Tuesday Mostly cloudy 37 27.
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