•February 8, 2023•
Lake Land College will host Laker Visit Day from 9 a.m. to noon Feb. 20 in the Luther Student Center, giving potential students the opportunity to learn about The Laker Advantage and how it can guide them on the path to success. Read More
Category Archives: News Briefs
Don’t Miss a Beat Regarding Women’s Heart Health
•February 8, 2023•
Heart disease might be seen as something that predominantly affects men, but women are not immune to this potentially deadly condition. In fact, doctors and healthcare professionals advise women to take serious heed of heart disease, which claims more female lives than breast cancer, other cancers, respiratory disease, and Alzheimer’s disease combined.
The American Heart Association indicates that more women are now aware that heart disease is the leading cause of death among females than they were 20 years ago. While just 30 percent of women recognized that in 1997, that figure had risen to 56 percent by 2012. However, the AHA reports that only 42 percent of women aged 35 and older are concerned about heart disease. Initiatives like Go Red for Women in February help shed light on the threat posed by heart disease. Read More
Vander Burgh Farms LLC Joins Association
•February 8, 2023•
Vander Burgh Farms LLC, Bethany, Illinois, is a new member of the American Angus Association®, reports Mark McCully, CEO of the national breed organization headquartered in Saint Joseph, Missouri.
The American Angus Association, with more than 22,000 active adult and junior members, is the largest beef breed association in the world. Its computerized records include detailed information on over 19 million registered Angus. Read More
OSFM Stresses Safety During Burn Awareness Week
•February 8, 2023•
National Burn Awareness Week February 5-11, is an initiative of the American Burn Association. During this time, burn, fire, and life safety educators increase public awareness on the frequency, devastation, and causes of burn injuries as well as consistent and authoritative measures to prevent these injuries and how to best care for those who are injured.
The theme for National Burn Awareness Week 2023 is “Hot Liquids Burn Like Fire!” According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 276,086 people received medical care for treatment of unintentional burn injuries in 2020, with 3,028 deaths from fire and smoke inhalation. Of 87 hospitals reporting to the American Burn Association registry, 91,875 people were treated for burn-related injuries, with 32% of those being for scalds. Read More
Pritzker Announces End of State COVID-19 Disaster Proclamation
•February 8, 2023•
Governor JB Pritzker announced the state’s public health emergency will end on May 11, 2023, aligning the state with the federal government’s decision to end the national public health emergency. Ensuring Illinois’ and the federal government’s health emergencies were linked brought in additional federal funding and expanded healthcare access for residents across the state.
“Since COVID-19 first emerged nearly three years ago, my administration has worked diligently alongside the federal government to battle this once-in-a-generation pandemic by following scientific and medical guidance to support frontline workers and save lives. Our state’s disaster proclamation and executive orders enabled us to use every resource at our disposal from building up testing capacity and expanding our healthcare workforce to supporting our vaccine rollout and mutual aid efforts,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “Let me be clear: COVID-19 has not disappeared. It is still a real and present danger to people with compromised immune systems—and I urge all Illinoisans to get vaccinated or get their booster shots if they have not done so already.” Read More
Sullivan Takes First in Their Division at Regional Academic Challenge
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Sullivan Takes First in Their Division at Regional
Academic Challenge
On Friday, February 3, Sullivan High School competed alongside other local high schools in the Regional Academic Challenge at Lake Land Community College where they were tested in various subject matters. As a team, Sullivan finished first in the 300-700 enrollment division and will advance to the Sectional competition at EIU on March 9. The following individuals also earned honors in their respective subjects:
Biology: Sydni Waidelich - 1st place, Paul Bates - 2nd place
Chemistry: Brent Helmuth and Paul Bates - tied for 1st place
Computer Science: Beau Fleming - 3rd place
Engineering Graphics: Ethan Smith - 2nd place
Mathematics: Brent Helmuth - 1st place
Paul Bates earned $2,000 in tuition waivers to Lakeland for his performances in Biology and Chemistry while Sydni Waidelich earned a $1,000 tuition waiver for her performance in Biology.
Front row (left to right): Cassidy Short, Aubrey Tate, Sydni Waidelich, Kiley Dyer; 2nd Row: Ethan Schmohe, Brent Helmuth; 3rd Row: Will Dawkins, Kaden Guest, Hayden Moody, Kaylee Ogle; Back Row: Ethan Smith, Beau Fleming, Raegan Sims, Paul Bates
Facts for Families: Prevent Post-Shoveling Aches and Pains
•February 8, 2023•
By Cheri Burcham
Family Life Educator
Since we just got our first big snowfall of the year, I thought I would share this great article written by Extension Educator Kristin Bogdonas, about proper snow removal without pain. Kristin says: There are an estimated 11,500 snow shovel-related injuries and medical emergencies a year. Follow these tips to prevent aches and pains this winter season.
“As residents of the Midwest, we understand weather can be subject to change in the blink of an eye. When heading out for snow removal, check for icy conditions underneath the snow. This can prevent slips and falls that could lead to unplanned injuries and expensive emergency room visits,” says Justin Rumpza, PT, DPT.
Proper form can help prevent injury. 3 tips on snow shoveling technique from a physical therapist: Read More
Plan a Special Valentine’s Day
•February 8, 2023•
Couples have been commemorating their love for one another in February for quite some time. Couples may go about such celebrating in their own unique ways, but it’s not uncommon to focus on a night out on the town.
Valentine’s Day is a busy holiday for many businesses, but especially so at restaurants and other romantic venues. So it’s best to plan ahead to ensure a perfect evening. These tips can help you organize a Valentine’s experience to remember.
Tip #1: Reserve early
The closer to Valentine’s Day, the more likely popular restaurants will be all booked up. If the goal is to dine at a particularly trendy spot — or anywhere but the most obscure establishment — be sure to make a reservation well in advance. Start planning the Valentine’s Day dinner in December so you won’t have to look far and wide to book a reservation. If a restaurant does not take reservations that far out, ask when they will start collecting names for Valentine’s Day and book the moment you can.
Tip #2: Secure transportation Read More
Pritzker Seeks More Info on AP African American Studies Course
Subject ignites culture war rhetoric with Florida Gov. DeSantis
•February 8, 2023•
By Peter Hancock
Capitol News Illinois
phancock @ capitolnewsillinois.com
Gov. JB Pritzker this week asked the College Board for more information about its reasoning for changing the final framework of a new Advanced Placement course in African American studies after it had been criticized by Florida’s Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis.
“Although we are pleased to see many core ideas remain in place, there are still significant issues with the way the College Board has chosen to present this curriculum,” Pritzker said in an email statement. “Refusing to name the components of Black history that Gov. DeSantis is most afraid of like intersectionality, feminism and queer Black life but still including them in the curriculum can be viewed as a weak attempt to please extremists.”
The College Board – the not-for-profit organization that administers the SAT test as well as AP courses through which high school students can earn college credit – first released a pilot course in August in 60 high schools. It then spent months refining the course with feedback from college professors and high school teachers before releasing the final framework on Wednesday, Feb. 1, the first day of Black History Month in the United States. Read More
1099-G Tax Forms Available for Claimants of Unemployment Insurance Benefits
•February 8, 2023•
1099-G tax forms are now available for claimants who received unemployment insurance (UI) benefits in 2022, the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today. Claimants who collected UI benefits last year need the 1099-G tax form to complete their state and federal tax returns. Also called Form 1099-G, Certain Government Payments, this form is necessary for individuals who received state or federal UI benefits. This includes claimants who received regular UI benefits or benefits under the expired federal pandemic relief programs, including Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA), Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation (FPUC), Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation (PEUC), Lost Wages Assistance (LWA), Mixed Earners Unemployment Compensation (MEUC), and state Extended Benefits (EB). Read More