The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) hosted an online workshop with specialists designed to help Arab American businesses learn ore about the opportunities offered to strengthen their businesses. The program was organized in conjunction with Arab American Heritage Month and co-organized by the American Arab Chamber of Commerce.
Fairfield Mayor Mike Dreith says he will propose 36-year-old Cody Attebery to fill the unexpired term of Alderman Brett Coale, who announced he would step away from the seat in February and has moved to Florida. His name will be presented to the City Council tomorrow night for a vote. If approved, Attebery would serve for the next year before deciding if he will run as an incumbent in 2023. Mayor Dreith says the nomination was based on Attebery's qualifications and the fact he ran for a seat on the council in 2021, losing by five notes to Dewey Eckleberry. The Fairfield City Council will meet tomorrow at 6:00 at City Hall. Following the resolution to appoint Attebery as First Ward Alderman, the council is set to appoint a leadman for the Water Distribution Department, authorize the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners to proceed with hiring and testing, and discuss fees for transient or temporary ag operators. It is also anticipated to change utility collection dates. There will