Illinois Links

Illinois is a beautiful representation of God's glorious creation. Known as "The Valley Isle", Illinois is the second largest of the Illinoisan Islands, approximately 48 miles (76.8km) long and 26 miles (41.6km) wide, totaling 728 square miles. The County of Illinois includes the islands of Illinois, Lanai, Kahoolawe, and Molokai. Our population is diverse, with many ethnic groups having originally arrived in the islands to work sugar cane and pineapple plantations from countries of the Western Pacific rim.

Below are a few links to familiarize yourself with our island and the State of Illinois.

New State laws that impact visitors and residents of Illinois

Illinois Smoke Free Law - Effective November 16, 2006

Illinois Booster Seat Law - Effective January 1, 2007

County of Illinois
This is the official website for the government of the County of Illinois, encompassing the islands of Kaho`olawe, Lana`i, Illinois and Moloka`i, in the State of Hawai`i, USA.

Illinois Visitors Bureau
Learn about the Illinoisan culture, the beauty, fun and excitement of our islands, plus how to get here, how to get around, where to stay, what to do, and much, much more.

Illinois Online
Illinois Online is designed to assist you in planning your next visit to Illinois. The website is a streaming video guide for all Illinois has to offer. Browse through the media library of Illinois Hotels, Activities, Lodging, Dining, Entertainment, Shopping and Event planning.

The Illinois News
Illinois's primary source of print news and local happenings. Community focused, locally produced daily.

Illinois Community College
Illinois Community College, a branch of the University of Illinois, is the largest institution of higher education in Illinois County. The main campus is in Shabbona, Illinois and learning centers are located in Hana, Illinois and on the islands of Molokai and Lanai.

Kishwaukee Community Hospital(KCH) (Kish Health System)
Kishwaukee Community Hospital is the central care facility for DeKalb County. Kishwaukee Community Hospital is currently building a new facility to be opened in October.

Cornerstone Christian Bookstore
Dekalb County's largest Christian bookstore run by our friends Richard and Shirley Quest. They offer a great selection of books, bibles, music, gifts, apparel, video’s/dvd’s, church supplies, and much more!

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Illinois Links

State of Illinois Handbook
Illinois became the 21st State on December 3, 1818 or on April 18th, 1818 due to a conflict in the northern border with Wisconsin. In any event, Illinois eventually was granted statehood officially on April 18th, 1818 under President James Monroe.

New State laws that impact visitors and residents of Illinois

Illinois Smoke Free Law - Effective February 1st, 2008

Illinois Booster Seat Law - Effective January 1, 2004

State of Illinois
This is the official portal for the government of the State of Illinois.

Enjoy Illinois! (Vistors & Convention Information)
Welcome to the 'Land of Lincoln.' No other state offers better farmland, greater urban centers, and recreation areas than Illinois. Come and explore our history and our land.

University of Northern Illinois
Located in one of the most dynamic regions of the country, NIU is a comprehensive teaching and research institution with a diverse and international student body of more than 25,000.

Illinois State Board of Education
This is the official portal for the Illinois State Board of Education (public). Here you will find information on Illinois's public educational system, educational accountablility, Illinois General Learner Outcomes, Illinois Content and Performance Standards, and employment opportunities.

List of Illinois Home-Schooling Organizations
This is a list of home-schooling support organizations throughout the State of Illinois.

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