News Progress

•June 15, 2022•
By Capital News Illinois

A new poll from the Chicago Sun-Times and Chicago radio station WBEZ shows downstate state Sen. Darren Bailey with a 15-point lead on Aurora Mayor Richard Irvin in the GOP governor race, a major reversal with 18 days to go before polls close on Tuesday, June 28.
Irvin’s campaign had earlier in the week pulled its downstate advertising and noted it was “reassessing” its strategy in the final stretch. His campaign is still advertising in the Chicago area as well as maintaining a statewide spot on Fox News Channel, according to a spokesperson.
At a news conference in Bloomington that he called to discuss public safety, Irvin downplayed the poll as a “snapshot in time.”
“We got two and a half weeks left,” he said. “You know, polls will change daily, but as I as I said, we’re going to continue to send out our message.” Read More

25 Years Ago This Week

The government of the state of Illinois recognized the history of The Little Theatre On The Square through a Senate resolution. State Senator Penny Severns read a copy of the resolution and presented it to Leonard A. Anderson, executive director of The Little Theatre On The Square. Read More

•June 8, 2022•
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and the Discovery Partners Institute (DPI) today announced their comprehensive effort to monitor the coronavirus and its variants in wastewater will extend into mid-2023 with $8.2 million in additional funding.
The federally funded effort will help public health officials track the prevalence of COVID-19 across Illinois and provide a potential sign of another surge in infections. SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, is detectable in human waste nearly from the onset of infection, while symptoms may not appear for three to five days. Read More

•June 8, 2022•
Diabetes is on the rise, but can be a very manageable illness. If you or someone you care for has diabetes or is pre-diabetic, why not learn how to more effectively “take charge” and live an active and fulfilling life? Take Charge of Your Diabetes is designed to teach those with diabetes tools and techniques to help them become better health managers! Classes will be offered Friday mornings starting July 1 - August 5 from 9:00 – 11:30 AM. These classes will be held at Mid-Illinois Senior Services at 114 E. Jefferson in Sullivan, IL.  Prospective participants will need to register by Monday, June 27 by calling the University of Illinois Extension office at 217-543-3755 or online at  go.illinois.edu/takechargeofdiabetes   Read More

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Theta Psi Sorority Members Recognized
Tara Underwood, Lisa Younger, Lucia Roney and Sue Yarnell were recently recognized for their years of dedication to Theta Psi sorority.

•June 8, 2022•
Sue Yarnell, Lisa Younger, Tara Underwood and Lucia Roney were recognized for their years of dedication to Theta Psi Sorority. Sue Yarnell is their Charter Member with 47 years, she served as President this year and has held every office during her tenure, including State President.
Lucia Roney has 37 Years and is the Chairwoman of their American Red Cross Blood Drive. She raised her family here, is active with her church and enjoys spending time with her grandchildren and helping husband with farming. Read More