•November 1, 2023•

Millions of people insist no holiday meal is complete without some pie for dessert. Pie served with coffee certainly makes for a fitting end to a holiday meal, and hosts can serve any type of pie and still end up with some satisfied guests.

Though pie afficionados typically have their own go-to pie, pumpkin pie is especially popular at the holiday dinner table. Hosts who want to cater to the masses can serve up the following recipe for “Pumpkin Pie” courtesy of Emily Luchetti’s “Classic Stars Desserts” (Chronicle Books). Featuring homemade pumpkin purée and cream, this recipe is sure to make guests happy this holiday season. Read More

•November 1, 2023•

Lake Land College will host a WIOA Stakeholder Engagement Session on Nov. 7 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. on campus at 5001 Lake Land Blvd., Mattoon. The event will be held in Webb Hall, room 081.

The session at Lake Land is one of several happening throughout Illinois in response to the state developing a four-year plan for its workforce development system. The goal is to continue an inclusive, systemwide process of implementing lessons learned from various efforts over the past several years. Read More

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Pastor Grant Wade standing beside hand-crafted trees created from antique doors, some standing over 6ft tall.

•November 1, 2023•

The Annual Holiday Market at the First Christian Church near Sullivan is Saturday, November 4, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Located at 1357 CR 1200 East, just east of Sullivan, the Market’s Bountiful Bakery will sell delicious homemade pies, cookies, candies, and much more. The Christmas Shoppe will feature uniquely handcrafted Christmas trees created from antique doors, one-of-a-kind wreaths, centerpieces and more. The Craft and Quilters Shoppe will offer one-of- a- kind creations and great present ideas for everyone. The Jewelry Shoppe will sell almost-new jewelry and family heirlooms. Read More

•November 1, 2023•

By Cheri Burcham

Extension Educator, 

University of Illinois Extension

Families are often the primary source of support for older adults and people with disabilities. In fact, today in America, more than 53 million family caregivers provide unpaid care. That’s an economic value totaling more than $470 billion. The caregiving population is greatly diverse representing both genders and all races, cultures and ages. It is a rewarding experience for most, but also has many challenges. Caregivers experience many difficult emotions along their journey and can also experience many losses including loss of privacy, freedom, money, identity and work. Read More