Aaron Lowe
Aaron Lee Lowe, 49, of Windsor, passed away at 5:28 p.m. Saturday, November 6, 2021, at OSF Health Care in Peoria. Read More
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Moultrie Moment of the Week
44 years ago the Hardware State Bank in Lovington built their first drive thru lane. This photo is from the Lovington Reporter dated Sept 1, 1977. Please submit photos to the News Progress for future consideration. Originals will be saved for return or forwarded to Moultrie County Historical Society. If you have any other information, please contact the Moultrie County Historical Society at 217-728- 4085.
Army Veteran Helps Protect People and Property with Business
•November 10, 2021•
by Crystal Reed
NP Writer
Army veteran Todd Ratliff, formerly of Windsor, has seen success by running his own business called Total Home and Farm Video Solutions. The company provides digital video surveillance systems and is based in Mattoon. Ratliff graduated in 1988 from Windsor High School and enlisted in 1987.
While overseas, he witnessed the liberation of East Germany. “It was a part of history that my grandchildren talk about in school, and I was there,” he said. Ratliff worked in nuclear missile control satellite communications while in the Army. Read More
Facts for Families: Making Time for Self-Care
•November 10, 2021•
By Cheri Burcham
Family Life Educator
In a previous article I emphasized how ongoing stress can cause negative physical and mental effects on the body and how practicing self-care or stress management techniques can reduce or maybe prevent those negative effects from happening. Many strategies were suggested, but how do we make the time to do them? There are many ways to stay on track and help you stay accountable.
· Create a self-care plan. This is essentially a self-inventory to make sure you are practicing self-care in all the areas of wellness and well-being. Include not just physical and emotional, but also social, intellectual, environmental and spiritual areas of wellness. How will you show your creativity? Is your physical space welcoming? What can you do to find meaning and joy in your day? Who are your social supports? Read More
Gov. Pritzker Signs Law to Ensure COVID-19 Protections
•November 10, 2021•
At the request of the Attorney General, Governor JB Pritzker has signed SB 1169 into law, clarifying the legislative intent of the Health Care Right of Conscience Act so that it cannot be abused or misinterpreted to jeopardize workplace safety. This amendment will ensure the long tradition of vaccine requirements by employers can continue with regard to the COVID-19 vaccine.
“Masks, vaccines, and testing requirements are life-saving measures that keep our workplaces and communities safe,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “Keeping workplaces safe is a high priority, and I applaud the General Assembly for ensuring that the Health Care Right of Conscience Act is no longer wrongly used against institutions who are putting safety and science first.” Read More
Menu 11-10-2021
Senior Peace Meal
For additional information or for reservations, please call 1-800-543-1770
Nov. 15 - Pork Burger Sandwich, Baked Beans, Collard Greens, Mandarin Oranges, Whole Grain Bun
Nov. 16 - Meatloaf, Creamed Peas and Potatoes, Breaded Tomatoes, Peaches, Whole Grain Wheat
Nov. 17 - Creamed Chicken w/Onions & Pimentos, Tarragon Carrots, Corn, Pineapple, Biscuit
Nov. 18 - Beef Stroganoff over Noodles, Broccoli, 3-Bean Salad, Warm Cinnamon Applesauce, Whole Grain Wheat
Nov. 19 - Roasted Turkey, Mashed Potatoes w/Gravy, Seasoned Green Beans, Pumpkin Pie, Dressing
Volleyball All-Conference Team
•November 10, 2021•
Landry Hall, a junior at Sullivan High School, has been named to 2nd team of the Central Illinois Conference Volleyball All-Conference Teams.
CDC Recommends Pediatric COVID-19 Vaccine for Children 5 to 11 Years
•November 10, 2021•
Last Wednesday, CDC Director Rochelle P. Walensky, M.D., M.P.H., endorsed the CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices’ (ACIP) recommendation that children 5 to 11 years old be vaccinated against COVID-19 with the Pfizer-BioNTech pediatric vaccine. CDC now expands vaccine recommendations to about 28 million children in the United States in this age group and allows providers to begin vaccinating them as soon as possible. Read More
State Senator Steve McClure, Assistant Republican Leader, Announces Candidacy for the 54th District
•November 10, 2021•
Last Thursday, surrounded by supporters, State Senator Steve McClure (R Springfield), Assistant Republican Leader, announced his reelection campaign for the State Senate at the Sangamon County GOP headquarters.
“Nearly three years ago, when I first took office, no one could have predicted how America and Illinois would be tested,” said Sen. McClure. “I am committed, now more than ever, to standing up for our communities against the radical liberal agenda that is driving the chaos across Illinois.”
Sen. McClure outlined his first three years in office, pointing to the Democrat-fueled public safety crisis in Illinois. Sen. McClure has led a chorus of lawmakers and citizens who blame the Governor and Democratic leaders for striping protections and funding from law enforcement.
“As a former Assistant State’s Attorney for Sangamon County, I am proud to serve as Republican Spokesman on the Criminal Law Committee in the Senate,” Sen. McClure said. “The ruling Democrat Party is attacking and handcuffing our law enforcement community.” Read More
Windsor Junior/Senior High October 2021 Students of the Month
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Windsor Junior/Senior High October
Students of the Month
Windsor Jr./Sr. High School is pleased to announce their October Students of the Month Leah Kasey and Chase Bennett. Leah is the daughter of Blake and Amy Kasey. She is involved in Spanish Club, Class Vice President, Softball, Basketball, Volleyball, and Track. In her spare time she plays softball for Charleston Chill and enjoys hanging out with her friends. Chase is son of Jacob Bennett and is involved in Art Club. He plans to pursue a career in cosmetology with a focus on makeup. Pictured L to R: Leah Kasey and Chase Bennett.