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There is a movement by some lawmakers in Springfield to pass legislation that could require state high schools to adopt new mascots. A bill which calls for public K-12 schools with names, logos or mascots containing Native American tribes or aspects of Native American culture to change them. It is sponsored by state representative Maurice West of Rockford. He says research shows that mascot names such as Warriors, Indians and Braves adversely affects Native American youth and their learning ability. He added that school mascots are supposed to foster school pride and create a strong school community, but they do not. If the legislation passes and becomes law, schools would not have to change their mascots immediately. They would have a period until September 1st of 2027 to make the changes. The bill would only impact public K-12 schools in the state. It would not cover the University of Illinois nickname--the Fighting Illini.
IDPH releases hepatitis vaccination statement
Illinois Sheriffs Association supports SAFE-T Act revisions
Energy grant public hearing in Lawrence County
The REES Theatre announces Seasoned Citizens Movie Matinee featuring the classic film The Apartment
Gov. Mike Braun orders flags to half-staff for Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
Stay safe; always assume you are on ‘thin ice’
Local fire department gets new equipment
100% of Keystone Cooperative member profits returned to farmer-members
Former area newspaper owners ordered to pay in conspiracy case
Niles Scream Park raises more than $153,300 for local groups
Three arrested by Lawrence County Sheriff's Department
Lawrence County Chamber honors several at annual banquet
Vehicle thefts on the rise across area
USPS asks public to clear snow and ice to help deliveries
Lawrence County arrests
IDNR releases first firearm deer season statistics
New Coach Curt Cignetti Indiana Hoosiers bobblehead unveiled with proceeds going to Riley Children’s Hospital
Tax abatement proposal moving forward
