MARION — Illinois has tightened its safe digging rules, aiming to prevent accidents and improve communication before work begins underground. Officials hope this means fewer accidents, faster project ...

Spring is in the air and for many of us, that means tackling outdoor projects — whether planting a new tree, installing a fence or upgrading our landscaping. But before grabbing that shovel, there’s ...

“Dig Safe, it’s smart, it’s free and it’s the law.” Many will recognize those words spoken by Roger Cook, the late, beloved landscaper from PBS’ “This Old House,” extolling the virtues of a free ...

Duke Energy is reminding customers to call before they dig this National Safe Digging Month. The company emphasizes the importance of calling 811 before starting any digging projects. This simple step ...

Warmer temperatures have finally arrived, and before springing into outdoor home projects, Nicor Gas is reminding customers and communities to “call before you dig” in observance of Safe Digging Month ...

811 is the national call-before-you-dig phone number. Anyone who plans to dig (i.e., homeowners, neighbors, landscapers, contractors, farmers/ranchers, utility companies, etc.), please call 811 or ...

Duke Energy is urging everyone to call 811 before digging ahead of National Safe Digging Day. Monday is National Safe Digging Day, also known as 811 Day. 811 Day is an annual initiative led by the U.S ...