| Applications will be accepted until 
			Thursday, Sept. 26. The Illinois Department of Agriculture is 
			testing on Wednesday, Nov. 13. 
			Humane investigators sponsored by HSLC 
			respond to calls from the public who believe an animal is being 
			abused or neglected. The investigator's response to the call is 
			based on the Illinois statutes regarding that particular situation. 
			Investigators are licensed for two years and work on a volunteer 
			basis. If interested or for more 
			information, call 217-648-2703 or 217-737-4042.  | 
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