Obituaries 4-13-2016: Virginia Cornwell
Virginia Cornwell Virginia Kathryn Cornwell, 89, of Arthur, died at 5:25 a.m. Friday, April 8, 2016 in Decatur Memorial Hospital. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 12 in Shrader Funeral Home in Arthur with the Rev. Bruce Weiman officiating. Burial followed in Arthur Cemetery. … Read More
Diary of The Trip to Cuba
•April 13, 2016• By Jose Pound For the News Progress Sunday, 13 March – Day 1. Now I’ll relate some of our daily activities in Cuba beginning with our arrival at Jose Marti Airport in Havana via a chartered Aruba Airline flight (both going to and coming home from Cuba). Jose Marti is a national hero, poet of the Cuban people emphasizing “freedom” and godfather of current Cuban political life. His is the main statue in Revolutionary Square in center of Havana, where both Pope Francis and President Obama spoke to huge crowds of Cubans. It reminded me of a … Read More
Shelby County Art Show Recognizes Area Artists
•April 13, 2016• Varied skies and cooler temperatures prevailed as visitors attended the 50th annual Shelby County Art Show, held April 9th and 10th at the Lake Shelbyville Visitors Center. Those in attendance viewed displayed artwork created by surrounding area youth and adult artists among the 202 adult entries and 535 junior entries and a special exhibit featuring the work of Jack West, as well as exciting demonstrations by various artists. Children enjoyed receiving balloon art and face paintings. A special quilt was created and made available for visitors and participants to sign. The following is a list of results, … Read More
IEMA Highlights Role of Volunteers in Disasters
Volunteers assist with preparedness, response and recovery •April 13, 2016• As several Illinois communities continue to recover from tornadoes, flooding and severe storms in 2015, the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) and local emergency management agencies are highlighting the critical roles volunteers play in disaster preparedness, response and recovery efforts as part of a month-long focus on volunteers in disasters. “Volunteers play a key role in disaster preparedness, response and recovery,” said IEMA Director James K. Joseph. “Before disaster strikes, volunteers can encourage personal preparedness to help people stay safe during emergencies. When a disaster strikes, voluntary organizations spring into … Read More
Seventh Inning Runs Bring Win Home for Redskins
•April 13, 2016• Sullivan’s 9-3 win over St. Teresa Thursday came with a blast of runs during the seventh inning. “A lead off walk followed by a great bunt Blake Stewart turned into a hit,” coach Troy Rogers said started the six-run seventh inning. “Then a ground ball by Ballinger, followed by Tuttle putting one in a perfect spot to prevent a play and score a run,” Rogers continued. Zach Hrvol walked, then Bryce Farris lined a single to score two. “We just finally put a good inning together,” he said. It was a battle of pitchers for most of … Read More
Okaw Valley Softball Tallies 20 Runs in Home Win
•April 13, 2016• By Matt Kracht NP Sports Reporter Grace Harlin’s first varsity start of the year was pretty remarkable. The Okaw Valley sophomore scattered four walks, four hits, and four strikeouts over five innings to earn the 20-0 shutout against Martinsville. Freshman Madison Vogel’s bases loaded triple in the first inning started the merry-go-round for most runs scored by OVs 2016 squad. Head coach Dave Benning praised the team effort after the win, “It was good to get a lot of kids in the lineup today contributing. I am very proud of the team not taking Martinsville lightly. Regardless … Read More
Policy Change Reduces Employment Barriers for Ex-Offenders
•April 13, 2016• The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) and the Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) are pleased to announce a new initiative that streamlines the professional licensing process for men and women who are being released from prison. Starting immediately, offenders who’ve completed the required coursework for Barbering and Cosmetology will be able to apply for their professional license and meet with the licensing board via video conference up to six months before their release or parole date. This common sense policy change reverses the previous approach, which prohibited offenders from starting the application process until … Read More
Findlay ALA Blood Drive Exceeds Goal
•April 13, 2016• An American Red Cross blood drive sponsored by the Findlay American Legion Auxiliary was held in Findlay at the Findlay American Legion Monday, April 11. The theme of the drive was ‘Celebrating Spring”. Twenty-three people answered the call to donate blood with 21 pints actually collected surpassing the goal of 19. Milestones were reached by Bob Hubbartt who received his pin for donating a total of six gallons, and Michael Bear who received a pin for donating a total of 12 gallons. Paige Tippit and April Brown were first time donors. The next blood drive will be 2-6 p.m. … Read More
Shuman Memorial Scholarship Winner
•April 13, 2016• Avery Schrock, of Arthur, has been named recipient of the 2016 Charles B. Shuman Memorial Scholarship sponsored by the Moultrie County Farm Bureau. Schrock is the son of Roger and Jeannette Schrock and is a freshman at Parkland College and the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign through the Pathways Program. He is pursuing a career in agribusiness management with a minor in crop sciences. … Read More