WMOK - Metropolis, IL - The debate over students keeping cell phones in school remains a complex issue with valid perspectives on both sides. Proponents highlight the necessity of direct communication for safety and the potential for phones to serve as modern learning tools. Conversely, many educators argue that restri...

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The Illinois Farmer's Market Association, the Illinois Department of Health and University of Illinois are hosting a 3-part webinar series to address food safety at Farmer's Markets. Each part is tailored to a specific role. Below are links for the Market Managers and Market Vendors webinars. The webinars are free of c...