Gov. Pritzker Renames Historic Springfield Armory as Governor Jim Edgar Executive Office Building

Illinois State Armory renamed to honor late Governor Jim Edgar

On Aug. 11, the Illinois State Armory building — now called the Jim Edgar Executive Office Building — was dedicated to former Gov. Jim Edgar.

Vacant State Armory renamed to honor former Gov. Edgar amid $122M remodel

(The Center Square) – The Illinois Armory, which sat vacant for years across the street from the State Capitol, was renamed Tuesday well ahead of the completion of a redevelopment project.

Gov. Pritzker Renames Historic Springfield Armory as Governor Jim Edgar Executive Office Building

SPRINGFIELD – Today, Governor JB Pritzker celebrated the renaming the historic Illinois State Armory in Springfield as the Governor Jim Edgar Executive Office Building. The designation honors Governor Edgar's legacy of integrity and dedication to public service. Once renovations are complete, the building will serve more than 870 employees across multiple state agencies that work on behalf of the people of Illinois."I can think of no more fittin…

Vacant properties cost Decatur about $70,000 a year

Decatur spends roughly $70,000 a year maintaining nearly 200 vacant properties, most of them owned by the state, without reimbursement from the state.

Turner joins renaming of historic Springfield armory to Governor Jim Edgar Executive Office Building

SPRINGFIELD — State Senator Doris Turner joined a number of Springfield leaders to celebrate the Illinois State Armory’s renaming as the Governor Jim Edgar Executive Office Building – honoring his legacy of integrity and dedication to public service. “Governor Jim Edgar’s legacy continues to live on,” said Turner (D-Springfield). “Governor Edgar dedicated his life to serving the people of Illinois with integrity, humility and a deep commitment t…

Du Quoin State Fair's legacy remains in Illinois

One of Illinois' two state fairs, Du Quoin continues to dream big after 100 years.