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LLC Broadcasting Students Earn Broadcast Sales Certification

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Broadcast sales students at Lake Land College earned certification as broadcast sales professionals from the broadcast training company P1 Learning in partnership with the Illinois Broadcasters Associate’s Sales Training Program. The students pictured are Front Row L to R: Brendon Wathan, Louisville; Carson Rebollo, Mattoon; Josiah Estrada-Drum, Charleston. Back Row L to R: Ashley Daniels, Joliet; Josh Bear, Bethany; McKinley Gerdes, Charleston; Sue Shirley, Mattoon; Not Pictured Kaley Tolch, Dieterich.

•June 23, 2021•
Broadcast sales students at Lake Land College earned certification as broadcast sales professionals from the broadcast training company P1 Learning in partnership with the Illinois Broadcasters Associate’s Sales Training Program.
The students completed a variety of online video courses, tests and assignments over the course of four weeks as part of the broadcast sales class in the Broadcast Communications program at Lake Land College.
Communication Studies/Broadcasting Instructor and Station Manager of WLKL 89.9 FM Greg Powers assisted students in preparing for the certification, while the Illinois Broadcasters Association (IBA) funded the initiative. Powers also expressed gratitude to the president and CEO of the Illinois Broadcasters Association Dennis Lyle, and the IBA board for its financial support. Read More

Sullivan American Legion Post 68 Honors Flag Day With Ceremony

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The Sullivan American Legion Post 68 Honor Guard and Boy Scout Troop 39 retire worn flags during a Flag Day ceremony held the evening of June 14.

•June 23, 2021•
By Ellen Ferrara
NP Writer

Every year on June 14 Americans celebrate Flag Day. Not surprisingly, it is considered the most appropriate day to hold flag disposal ceremonies which are often held in the evening.
And so, on June 14 at 6 p.m., the Sullivan American Legion Honor Guard with assistance from local Boy Scout Troop 39 conducted a flag retirement ceremony in accordance with the United States Flag Code.
Just as there is etiquette for displaying Old Glory, there is also proper etiquette for the respectful disposal of torn, faded and worn-out flags no longer suitable for display. Read More

Blueberry Farm in Bethany Open for the Season

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Nichole Hendry and her three children in front of the general store at the Prairie Hill Blueberry Farm in Bethany. From left to right: Nichole, Addy, Amelia and Asher Hendry.

•June 23, 2021•
by Crystal Reed
NP Writer

Craig and Nichole Hendry didn’t originally set out to be blueberry farmers. “We sort of fell into it,” Nichole said. “We wanted to live in the country.” Someone asked the couple if they would be interested in a blueberry farm.
“We came out to look at it and fell in love with it,” she said. That was in the fall of 2019. Nichole says their first winter here they went to seminars and called other blueberry farmers to ask for advice. The farm has 1,000 bushes on the three acres, and there are five varieties of blueberries. Read More

Remember When? 6-23-2021

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25 Years Ago This Week

Village Board President Gary Smith was Lovington’s Citizen of the Year for 1996, and David Bowers and Lovington’s volunteer firefighters and emergency medical technicians were the newest additions to the village’s Hall of Fame. The Citizen of the Year Award is given for distinguished service during the past year and the Hall of Fame Award honors someone who has rendered outstanding service to the Lovington community. Read More

Fourth of July Celebrations in the Local Area

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•June 23, 2021•
by Crystal Reed
NP Writer

The Sullivan 4th of July celebration will be held July 1 through 4 at Wyman Park and is sponsored by the Sullivan Area Merchants and Sullivan American Legion Post #68. The carnival will be Thursday through Sunday. Hours are Thursday, Friday and Saturday 5 p.m.-10 p.m. and Sunday 1 p.m.- 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. On Sunday the carnival provided by Conner Family Amusements will open after the parade. Read More

HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Offers Tips for Preventing Heatstroke

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•June 23, 2021•
As we enter the summer months and we start to get back to our typical summer activities like swimming, yard work, golf and many others we need to be cautious of heatstroke. HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital recommends taking the following measures to prevent heatstroke, which could cause serious complications or death:
• Wear loose fitting clothes – Loose fitting clothes allow for your body to cool properly as opposed to tight or heavy clothes.
• Drink plenty of fluids – Staying hydrated will help you maintain a normal body temperature and will help your body sweat.
• Protect yourself against sunburn – Use sunscreen, reapplying every two hours, as well as hats and sunglasses to protect against sunburns. Sit under the shade from time to time. Read More

Lake Land College Introduces New Special Admission

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•June 23, 2021•
Lake Land College will begin offering a new special admission Fire Science program in Fall 2021 designed exclusively for current firefighters and volunteers seeking career advancement. Those interested in applying must first receive a recommendation from their fire chief.
The program is approved by the state fire marshal and will assist these professionals in earning Fire Officer 1 and 2 certifications, allowing them to increase their knowledge and skills as well as advance their careers. One key advantage of Lake Land College’s new program is the flexible format.
“They do have programs like this across the state, but most of them are Monday through Friday,” Fire Science Management Adjunct Faculty Member Rob Plummer said. “For volunteers and folks who work during the week it can be hard to do that. They often have to take vacation time or make other schedule changes.” Read More

Meadowview Herbs Adds Organic Produce and Whole Foods To Offerings

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An outdoor view of the storefront for Meadowview Herbs located at 160 E CR 240 N in Arthur. They have recently added organic produce and whole foods to their store inventory.

•June 23, 2021•
by Crystal Reed
NP Writer

One Arthur business has recently added organic produce and whole foods to what they offer in their store. Meadowview Herbs has been in business for five years and until recently has focused mostly on herbs and essential oils.
Owners William and Elizabeth Schlabach decided to shift their focus slightly to include organic foods. According to William, a few years ago his wife Elizabeth contracted Lyme’s disease and was very sick. One of the ways that she treated it is by eating organically. “Proper food is key in staying well,” William said. Read More

Using the Poison Pen for Father’s Day

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•June 23, 2021•
By Jim Baumann
NP Guest Writer

Happy belated Father’s Day, gents.
In honor of you, I’m going to root around in my mailbag for missives only from men.
I’m sure someone will remind me of this injustice in advance of May 8, 2022.
But don’t worry, everyone. Men have more things on their minds than befouled sports stories and whether there is a “q” in “barbecue.”

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