Volunteers Take Action, Make a Difference in the Lives Of Cancer Patients

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April 8, 2015

In recognition of National Volunteer Week (April 12-18), established by the Points of Light Foundation in 1974, the American Cancer Society applauds its approximately 2.5 million volunteers who continue to pour their passion into finishing the fight against cancer.
“From driving cancer patients to and from treatment, making meals for patients staying at Hope Lodge, and leading Relay For Life and Making Strides Against Breast Cancer teams, our volunteers are the heart and soul of the American Cancer Society,” said Alicia Pettyjohn, community manager with Relay For Life. “Our volunteers inspire us, showing us each and every day how one person can make a difference in the fight against cancer.” Read More

Genealogical Workshop April 18

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April 8, 2015

Stephen Decatur Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution will hold a genealogical workshop for those interested in proving their lineage back to a patriot of the American Revolution.
The workshop will be held at the Decatur Public Library in the A.E. Staley Conference room on the first floor 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, April 18. Read More

Decatur Credit Union Selects Buzz Points to Offer Shop Local Loyalty and Rewards Program

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April 1, 2015

Buzz Points, a leader in connecting local businesses, community financial institutions and consumers through rewards, today announced that Decatur Earthmover Credit Union, which serves members in DeWitt, Macon, Moultrie, Piatt and Shelby counties, has selected the Buzz Points merchant-funded loyalty program.
Buzz Points is free for consumers and allows credit union members to earn rewards while supporting the local economy by using their debit cards for everyday shopping. Read More

Lake Shelbyville Public Information Meeting

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April 1, 2015

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will be conducting a public information day at the Lake Shelbyville Visitor Center, located at 1989 State Hwy 16, in Shelbyville at 10:30 a.m. April 2. Topics to be addressed include an update on the lake, construction facility updates, upcoming recreation season, partnerships, volunteer opportunities and special events. Read More

Illinois has Four Odd Tornado Seasons in a Row

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April 1, 2015

The 2015 tornado season thus far in Illinois and the rest of tornado alley is incredibly quiet. However, this quiet start is no reason to relax if the past few years are a guide, according to Illinois State climatologist Jim Angel at the Illinois State Water Survey, University of Illinois.
No tornadoes have been reported this year, except in the far southeastern U.S. and one in California. Historically, the heart of the Illinois tornado season is March to June with two-thirds of tornadoes occurring during those months. In the past few years, however, Illinois has had more tornadoes occur outside of this period than inside.
In addition, many of these tornadoes have been concentrated in just a few days of the year. In fact, 69 percent of tornadoes in 2012-2014 occurred in just five days. These high concentrations can put extra strain on forecasting, warning, and recovery operations. Read More