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LLC Board of Trustees Election

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•December 28, 2022•

The Lake Land College Board of Trustees election will be held in the April 4, 2023, general election. Three six-year terms will appear on the ballot for Lake Land College.
The following three individuals have submitted petitions for a six-year term and will appear in this order on the ballot: Denise Walk, Teutopolis, Doris Reynolds, Mattoon, and Mike Sullivan, Mattoon.
Due to an inclement weather incident and the College being closed on Thursday, December 22, 2022, the revised period for filing objections to nomination papers will be 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on the following dates: Tuesday, January 3, 2023; Wednesday, January 4, 2023; and Thursday, January 5, 2023.
File all materials at the Office of the President, Lake Land College, Board and Administration Center, 5001 Lake Land Blvd., Mattoon, IL 61938. For more information, please contact Jean Anne Highland, chief of staff, at 217-234-5329 or jhighland@lakelandcollege.edu.

Summer Employment Available

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•December 28, 2022•

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Lake Shelbyville is looking for qualified candidates to fill student vacancies for the 2023 summer recreation season. Lake Shelbyville offers a great work experience opportunity for those students who plan to make a career in biological sciences, outdoor recreation, or law enforcement. Temporary student positions are available for graduating seniors and college students at the GS-02 level. These positions are available in Interpretive Services, Visitor Assistance, Facility/Grounds Maintenance, Environmental Stewardship, and Administration with an hourly rate around $15.30 and a 40 hour per week work schedule during the summer term. Candidates may be required to work a combination of days, nights, weekends, and holiday shifts.
Basic Requirements and Qualifications:
• Enrolled or accepted for enrollment in a technical or vocational school, 2-year or 4-year college or university, graduate or professional school, at a qualifying educational institution on a half-time or full-time basis pursuing a qualifying degree or certificate
• Minimum education requirement of high school diploma or GED
• Good academic standing with a cumulative 2.0 grade point average
• Transcripts and proof of enrollment/acceptance letter• Detailed resume showing eligibility for this position
• Required to sign a Pathways Participant Agreement
Temporary Student Position(s): Announcement closes January 11, 2023
Job Announcements are available online at www.usajobs.gov under the job announcement number. Applicants must create a USAjobs account, build a profile, and create a resume. The job announcements can be located by entering the announcement number into the “keyword” search query on the homepage. Applicants are strongly encouraged to call the Lake Shelbyville Project Office at (217)774-3951 extension 0 for any questions or assistance in applying for these positions.

Recent Obituaries: Rev. Sharon White

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Rev. Sharon White
Rev. Sharon L. White, 79, of Taylorville, formerly of Sullivan, passed away at 6:15 AM Wednesday December 21, 2022 at Memorial Medical Hospital, Springfield.
Visitation is Tuesday, December 27, 2022 10:00 a.m. followed by funeral at 11:00 a.m. in the Reed Funeral Home, Sullivan. Burial will be in the Greenhill Cemetery, Sullivan. Memorials can be sent to Crossroads Apostolic Ministries in Taylorville, IL (PO Box 345) or pay online at crossroadstaylorville.com. Online condolences may be sent to the family at reedfuneralhome.net.
Sharon was born March 2, 1943 in Sullivan, the daughter of Claude and Milon Reed. She was a graduate of Apostolic Bible Institute in St. Paul, Minnesota, and a licensed minister for the United Pentecostal Church International for over 50 years. Sharon co-pastored several churches and was a leader in the Ladies Ministry (UPCI)  in Illinois and Kentucky for many years. Sharon was known for playing the accordion, piano, organ and ministering in song and never failing to preach the Gospel. Her ministry changed lives.
Surviving are her daughters, Stephanie Price of Decatur and Michelle (Tim) Hancock of Taylorville; brothers Kenneth (Shelba) Reed of Casper, Wyoming and Gary (Linda - deceased) Reed of Columbia, Missouri; sister Yvonne (Gawain) Bevis of Arthur and a grandson Spencer Hill of Decatur.
She was preceded in death by her parents and daughter Cynthia White.

Recent Obituaries: Ronald Moody

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Ronald Moody

Ronald Douglas Moody, 81, of Sullivan, passed away 2:52 a.m. Wednesday, December 21, 2022, at Courtyard Estates, Sullivan.

Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 28, 2022, at McMullin-Young Funeral Home, Sullivan. Visitation will be held from 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, at the funeral home. Burial will be in Greenhill Cemetery, Sullivan, with Military Rites by the Sullivan American Legion Post #68. Memorials may be made to the Wounded Warriors Project: PO Box 758516, Topeka, KS 66675-8516 or to the Sullivan American Legion Post #68: 8 E. Strain St. Sullivan, IL 61951.

Ron was born January 18, 1941, in Chadron, NE; the son of Robert Douglas and Laveeta Mae (David) Moody. He served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. Ron married Gayle A. Kruse on August 21, 1965, in San Francisco, CA; she survives. He enjoyed old cars, reading and having coffee with his friends at Red Apple. Ron loved spending time with and attending his grandkids’ activities.

He is survived by his wife, Gayle of Sullivan; sons, Damon Moody of Sullivan and Jason (Joni) Moody of Sullivan; daughters, Christine (Kurk) Grohler of Sullivan, Tonya (Scott) Bales of Sullivan, Lori Moody of New Mexico and Shannon (Jeff) Rose of Troy; grandchildren, Justin Grohler, Brock Bales, Nicola Grohler, Lily Bales, Marek Rose, Hayden Moody, Declan Rose, Julia Moody, Callum Rose, Matthew Moody and Ronan Rose; sisters, Connie (Deno) Ori of East Peoria and Bonnie Ridenoure of Elkhorn, NE

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mcmullinyoung.com

Windsor November ’22 Students of the Month

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Windsor November Students of the Month
Windsor Jr./Sr. High School recently announced their November Students of the Month Kloey McDaniel and Paisley Montgomery.
Kloey McDaniel is the daughter of Amanda Duncan and Bill McDaniel. She is currently a junior and is involved in FFA, Spanish Club, and Student Council. She plans to one day be an elementary school teacher.
Paisley Montgomery is the daughter of Brock and Kendra Montgomery. She is currently an 8th Grade student and is involved in FFA. She plans to open a pet grooming business after she graduates from high school.
Pictured left to right: Kloey McDaniel and Paisley Montgomery

Energy Savings Tips

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•December 21, 2022•
The war on Ukraine and supply chain constraints are key drivers of rising energy costs globally and here in Illinois. To keep your home warm this winter and save money by reducing energy costs, the Illinois Commerce Commission is offering a few tips to help homeowners prepare for freezing temperatures.
• Install smart thermostats that automatically adjust heating and cooling temperature settings.
• Check with your utility company about enrolling in time-based electricity rates programs to reduce energy usage during peak hours or to learn about energy efficiency services they may offer.
• Set your thermostat at 68 degrees while you are awake and home, lower at night and when you are away. Read More

Santa Picture Bingo and Breakfast 2022

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Santa Picture Bingo and Breakfast
On Saturday, December 17, Santa Picture Bingo was held at the Sullivan American Legion. The young and the young at heart ate breakfast, played picture bingo and visited with Santa. Proceeds went towards Down Syndrome Awareness.

Facts for Families: Protect Your Holiday Baking Traditions with Food Safety Tips

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•December 21, 2022•
By Cheri Burcham
Family Life Educator

Holiday baking brings family and friends together and creates lasting memories as friends share recipes, stories, and meaningful time together. Amid the flurry of flour-covered countertops and mountains of messy mixing bowls, keep food safety in mind. Extension Educator Susan Glassman has written this helpful article that will come in handy – and not just during the holidays!
Susan says: “Baking and food safety go hand-in-hand. Make sure that your holiday baked goods bring you nothing but deliciousness by taking precautionary measures to prevent foodborne illness.” Raw dough and batters contain raw eggs and flour, two ingredients that can lead to food poisoning if eaten raw. Raw eggs can carry Salmonella bacteria. The harmful bacteria Escherichia coli (E. coli) can contaminate flour – from its original grain form in the field through the processed stage sold to consumers. Both bacteria can cause mild to severe symptoms of food poisoning. Read More

Department of Human Services Launches Campaign to Help Those with Gambling Problems

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•December 21, 2022•
The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) launched “Are You Really Winning?” - a campaign to build awareness of problem gambling and to promote helpline services for people experiencing gambling problems.
According to research by Health Resources in Action (HRiA), four percent, or nearly 400,000, of Illinois residents have a gambling disorder, and another seven percent, or 700,000, are at risk of developing a gambling disorder.
The “Are You Really Winning?” campaign will reach across the state through TV, radio, social media, and sponsorships to educate the general public on the signs and symptoms of gambling disorder and on the resources available to those in need of support.
The campaign highlights the signs of problem gambling by asking these questions: Read More

Christmas Jingle Time Trial at Civic Center

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8 & Under Boys: Bryce Badman, Braxton Gilbert, Cody Thompson.

•December 21, 2022•
On Saturday December 10th the Blue Dolphins held a Christmas Jingle Time Trial at the Civic Center. High Point Winners for the day:
8 & Under Girls 1st Kinsley Eads, 2nd Avery Houk, 3rd Scarlett Fayhee BOYS 1st Bryce Badman, 2nd Braxton Gilbert, 3rd Cody Thompson
9-10 Girls 1st Piper Fleener, 2nd Scarlett Perrott, 3rd Michaela Blickensderfer BOYS 1st Tyler Blickensderfer, 2nd Tyson Schmohe, 3rd Eli Crosier

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13-14 Girls: Emerson Risley, Cadence Schmohe, Emily Crosier

11-12 Girls 1st Lana Cremeens, 2nd Addalyn Hendry, 3rd Claire Standerfer Boys 1st Charles Guyot, 2nd Alex Fultz, 3rd Mitchell Wesselman
13-14 Girls 1st Emily Crosier, 2nd Cadence Schmohe, 3rd Emerson Risley BOYS 1st Liam Donovan, 2nd Johnathan Iacobazzi, 3rd Henry Woolery
Open Girls 1st Zoe Conlin, 2nd Deanna Clark, 3rd Kennedy Fultz Boys 1st Matthew Wesselman, 2nd Miles Kersten, 3rd Isaac Chambers