•January 11, 2023•
Home gardening and food preservation have become more popular during the past few years. People are taking advantage of preserving food at home to enjoy the fruits of their labor throughout the year. Learn how to water-bath and pressure can with University of Illinois Extension’s afternoon class sponsored by the Arthur Public Library District. Read More
Facts for Families: The Great Kindness Challenge
•January 11, 2023•
By Cheri Burcham
Family Life Educator
I was digging in the archives and found this article that was originally published back in 2017. It was written by Extension Educator (now Assistant Director) Durriyyah Bryant (Kemp). I feel it has timeless information that can be especially good to read at the beginning of a new year. Read More
Jesse White Announces Organ/Tissue Donor Registry Hits 7.5 Million Registrants
•January 11, 2023•
Secretary of State Jesse White announced today that the state’s organ/tissue donor registry reached 7.5 million registrants.
“I am so proud that Illinoisans have shown their giving and caring spirit by signing up for this lifesaving program,” said White. “Our mission over the past 24 years has been to strengthen the Organ/Tissue Donor Program through outreach and registration initiatives. We have worked to end the waiting for the approximately 4,000 people statewide. Each year, unfortunately, about 300 people die waiting for a transplant in Illinois.” Read More
Letter to the Editor 1-11-2023
Dear Editor,
Kyle Lehman’s recent passing has reminded us of some important points of his career, many of which revolved around the IGA. Given the role the store has played in our community, establishing an IGA scholarship funded by memorials to Kyle is especially appropriate. Read More
Red Cross Volunteers Assist 20 People Affected by Home Fires in Past Week
•January 11, 2023•
American Red Cross volunteers in the Quad Cities and West Central Illinois chapter responded to eight home fires in Carterville, Casey, Luka, Mattoon, Meredosia, Springfield and Witt in the past week and provided assistance to 20 individuals, through supplying them with basic items to meet immediate needs after a fire, and additional support in the form of health and mental health services and one-on-one support. Read More
Menu 1-11-2023
Senior Peace Meal
For additional information or for reservations, please call 1-800-543-1770
January 16 - Ham and Beans, Copper Carrots, Fruit, Cornbread
January 17 - Chicken Parmesan, Green Beans, Yellow Squash, Romaine Salad, Spaghetti
January 18 - Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes w/Gravy, Zucchini & Tomatoes, Three Bean Salad, Bread
January 19 - Steak Bites over Noodles, Hot Greens, Basil Carrots, Fruit
January 20 - Salmon Burger, Baked Beans, Broccoli-Cauliflower Salad, Fruit Crisp, Bun
1 in 2 Of You Reading This Column Has Better Things To Do
•January 11, 2023•
By Jim Baumann
NP Guest Writer
Lucy DelMonico sent me a printed ad that reads: “1 in 2 US adults have diabetes or prediabetes.”
“Is this correct or should it be ‘1 in 2 adults has diabetes’?” she asked.
First of all, that’s a sobering statistic that should encourage more people to participate in Dry January, especially if your drink of choice is a piña colada or a brandy Alexander.
The subject of the sentence is “one.” And “one” takes a singular verb. Oftentimes, people consider “adults” to be the subject. Not so. Read More
Remember When? 1-11-2023
25 Years Ago This Week
The Sullivan School Board was considering renovations to the high school weight room, upgrading of the high school and middle school cafeterias.
The meat dept. staffers at Jerry’s IGA won another major award from their company in the Midwest Regional Beef Roundup promotional competition for 450 IGA stores. Jerry’s finished fourth in the nation. Members of the department were Meat Dept. Read More
Ways to Maintain and Protect Your Health During the Cold, Winter Months
•January 4, 2023•
The cold, winter months can pose a risk to our physical health –including our immune system, heart, balance, skin, body temperature and more.
As cold weather, snow and ice become part of our everyday normal in the Midwest, HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital offers the following information and guidance to help you protect and maintain your health this time of year.
“Winter weather and the extreme low temps that it brings can constrict your blood vessels and if you already suffer from certain conditions this could make that condition worse,” said Dr. Vinil Bhuma, chief medical officer at HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital. “Your immune system, heart, skin and potentially your musculoskeletal system are all at risk as we approach winter.” Read More
Master Gardener Spring into Gardening Event Offers Guest Presenters, a Silent Auction, Sales Booth and More
•January 4, 2023•
Community members can get excited about the 2023 growing season at the 13th annual Spring into Gardening event. This event offers expert gardening speakers, a silent auction, and a sales booth to get gardeners excited about gardening.
This year’s event will be held from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm on Saturday, February 25 at Broadway Christian Church, 1205 S. Ninth Street, in Mattoon. Check-in will begin at 8 am. The cost of the event is $25 for those who pre-register and $30 at the door. Cost includes resources and refreshments throughout the morning. Read More