•June 10, 2020•
The National Society for Leadership and Success at Lake Land College welcomed several new members in May. The society offers these students the opportunity to be part of a nationally recognized organization providing access to some of the country’s top leaders. Read More
Category Archives: News Briefs
Superintendent-Y Stuff: A Walk with Mr. Walk
•June 10, 2020•
By Supt. Ted Walk,
Sullivan CUSD #300
This week, schools were given the ability to allow for certain in-person activities. Each school is required to have approval from their local health department as well as other agencies before allowing students back into the buildings.
Sullivan Schools are in the process of obtaining our final approvals, and we hope to begin specific programs as early as June 15 for middle and high school students. Read More
Pritzker Administration Distributes Thousands of Face Masks to Businesses
•June 10, 2020•
As some employees begin to return to the workplace in Phase 3 of Governor Pritzker’s Restore Illinois plan, face coverings will be a key tool to keeping workers healthy and safe. To aid in this effort, the State of Illinois has distributed more than 450,000 cloth face masks to private sector businesses that support critical infrastructure sectors.
“Many of these industries were among the first companies to donate their existing supplies of PPE to protect healthcare workers and frontline staff in the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic,” said IEMA Director Alicia Tate-Nadeau. “These companies provide key services that enable the continuous operation of business and government functions which is crucial to the health, safety and economic security of our state.” Read More
DCEO Grants Awarded to Minority-Owned Businesses and Incubators
•June 10, 2020•
Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) today announced that 32 minority-owned businesses and business incubators will receive a total of $11 million as part of the state’s Minority-Owned Business Capital and Infrastructure Program. These grants will equip minority-owned firms with resources to create jobs, build capacity, increase revenues, and revitalize properties in underserved communities.
Funding will reach businesses of all sizes and types, as well as community-based incubators working to help small and start-up businesses in diverse communities across the state. The development of new grant-funded projects is estimated to create hundreds of full-time and construction jobs for the surrounding community.
“At a time when businesses are facing significant setbacks due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Minority Capital Fund will help eliminate obstacles so minority-owned businesses can rebuild and continue supporting their communities,” said Governor Pritzker. “These small, family-owned businesses are the backbone of Illinois, and capital grants will unlock funding to help them expand, create new jobs, and drive positive economic change for their communities.” Read More
County Board Candidate Decides Not to Run Again
•June 10, 2020•
Moultrie County Board vice-chariman Kevin McReynolds has decided not to run for another term and has filed paperwork with the county clerk’s office to have his name removed from the November ballot.
“My time on the board has been enjoyable,” McReynolds, who has served the county since 2002 said. “Personally it would be nice to take some time off and let someone serve.”
McReynolds explained Republican party chairman Dave McCabe indicated other potential candidates were interested in running to maintain a full slate of candidates for the November election.
“Historically I believe the Republicans and Democrats have worked well together on the board,” he continued. “I appreciate all the support and I know there are good candidates wanting to serve.”
Lone Point Campground Now Open At Lake Shelbyville
•June 5, 2020•
Lake Shelbyville - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Lake Shelbyville would like to announce
Lone Point Campground is now open. Lone Point Campground is 100% reservable and campers
must have a reservation through R1S prior to setting up on a campsite. Campers are reminded to
follow CDC guidelines while recreating at Lake Shelbyville.
Lone Point Group Camp is also open and available by online reservation. Group camp
reservations must be 2 weeks in advance and no greater than 1 year in advance. The group camp is
available for single site first come, first served camping when there are no reservations posted.
For campsite availability or to make a reservation, please visit www.recreation.gov. Reservations
by phone at 1-877-444-6777 are scheduled to resume on July 1, 2020. For additional information,
please call the Lake Shelbyville Project Office at (217)774-3951.
Menu 6-3-2020
Senior Peace Meal
For additional information or for reservations, please call 1-800-543-1770
Monday, June 8 - Sausage and Gravy, Mini Potato Bakers, Warm Fruit Compote, Biscuits, Fruit Juice
Tuesday, June 9 - Taco Salad w/Meat, Cheese Beans, Lettuce, Tomato, Sour Cream & Taco Sauce, Sliced Peaches, Taco Chips, Pudding
Wednesday, June 10 - Pepper Beef over Brown Rice, Peas and Carrots, Warm Cinnamon Baked Apples, Whole Grain Wheat, Fresh Fruit
Thursday, June 11 - Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes w/Gravy, Breaded Tomatoes, Dinner Roll, Mandarin Oranges
Friday, June 12 - Roasted Pork Loin, Baked Beans, Sicilian Veggie Mix, Apricots, Whole Grain Wheat, Graham Crackers
Regional Office of Education #11 Recognition of Excellence Awards
•June 3, 2020•
The Regional Office of Education #11 is pleased to announce the 2020 Inaugural ROE #11 Recognition of Excellence Award Recipients.
The Regional Office of Education #11 requested nominations from each school district within the region seeking to highlight a pre-kindergarten through grade 12 educator who has modeled excellence in education. Nominees included exceptionally skillful and dedicated individuals who have the respect and admiration of students, parents, and co-workers. They also play active and useful roles within their communities as well as schools; often distinguishing themselves as leaders. Their most important quality is their superior ability to inspire a love of learning in students of all backgrounds and abilities. Read More
Liberal Arts Colleges in Peril; Can They be Saved?
•June 3, 2020•
By Jim Nowlan
NP Guest Columnist
There are 4,000 degree-granting colleges and universities in our nation: community colleges, private liberal arts colleges, regional and urban public universities, and graduate research centers. I have taught within each type; each has its strengths and makes distinctive contributions to society.
Yet I have a soft spot in my heart for the liberal arts college, of which there are 700-800 in the U.S. With 500-2,000 students each, the schools offer a personal approach rarely found elsewhere. Rather than specialize the mind, these schools broaden and enlarge the mind.
Illinois has more than its share of these colleges, from Rockford down to McKendree in Lebanon. They were often started in the 19th century by Yankee ministers who believed in the civilizing influence of higher education, and before the development of public colleges. Read More
Peaceful Protest at Illinois Statehouse Draws Large Crowd
Hundreds of demonstrators protest peacefully outside the Illinois Statehouse on Monday to speak out against violence by law enforcement against African Americans. (Credit: Peter Hancock of Capitol News Illinois)
•June 3, 2020•
By Peter Hancock
Capitol News Illinois
phancock @ capitolnewsillinois.com
A peaceful protest organized largely by teenagers drew several hundred people to the Illinois Statehouse on Monday to demonstrate against the recent death of George Floyd in Minnesota and countless other African Americans who have died at the hands of law enforcement throughout the U.S. in recent years.
Monday’s protest came the day after an estimated 3,000 vehicles took part in a parade through the state capital’s downtown area while more violent protests gripped Chicago and other major cities throughout the U.S. Read More