IJR News — today's news from every sideMaya Lindstrom Allen seems more realistic on insurance by balancing flexibility for companies with real accountability. Riley Bennett · IJR Editorial Thanks for the feedback on this story. Comments like yours help guide our coverage decisions going forward. Marcus Bell This one-time check from user fees is a start but doesn't fix why healthcare costs keep climbing for everyone. Five tiny state parks reveal ancient fossils, Lincoln ties and colonial history — Sep 6, 2026Across Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Missouri, and Massachusetts, little-known state parks reveal extraordinary natural and historical treasures hiding in plain sight. From Channahon’s river confluence to Falls of the Ohio’s vast Devonian fossil beds, Lincoln Homestead’s Lincoln-era roots, Morris State Park’s protection of Crowley’s Ridge, and Roxbury Heritage’s historic John Eliot Square and First Church, these small gems offer accessible, richly meaningful experiences.
Jared Kim Never heard of Morris State Park before this but Crowley's Ridge sounds like a hidden gem, adding it to my list for the next road trip.
