Letter to the Editor: 3-2-2016
Some Oldsters Have a Lead Foot I get my paper by mail on the west coast, so I just now read about the traffic arrests over Valentine’s weekend. The article reminded me of a thought I have every time I read the arrest records. … Read More
Soils Warmer than Average across Illinois this Winter
•March 2, 2016• Soil temperatures in Illinois have been above normal for most of the winter, according to Jennie Atkins, Water and Atmospheric Resources Monitoring (WARM) Program manager at the Illinois State Water Survey, Prairie Research Institute, University of Illinois. For the period of December 1 through February 21, soil temperatures at 4 inches under bare soil averaged 36.7 degrees F across Illinois, 2.6 degrees above the long-term average and 2.9 degrees higher than last winter. Soil temperatures this winter have fluctuated with air temperatures. The highest temperatures were reported in December with a statewide monthly average of 42.7 degrees … Read More
Decatur Hospital Established by Dedicated Bethany Woman
•March 2, 2016• By Nick Fiala For the News Progress Decatur Memorial Hospital recently celebrated its 100th anniversary. The January first date was also a celebration of a Bethany woman who dedicated a significant portion of her time and energy to birthing the establishment a century ago. Sue Hagaman (1841-1919) was known as “The Mother of the Hospital” by those who took up the task of finishing DMH’s construction after her. The plans for the project began as early as 1901 with the encouragement of many prominent physicians of central Illinois. Finally, in 1916, she was present to literally turn … Read More
Daddy Daughter Dance Draws Crowd
Uninsured Health Insurance Rate Among 18-64 Year Old Illinois Residents Drops
•March 2, 2016• According to a recent report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS), Illinois was among eight states with statistically significant coverage gains among 18-64 year old residents. Between 2013 and 2015, the rate of uninsured among 18-64 year old Illinois residents decreased from 17.8% to the current rate of 10.6%. This 7.2% drop is one of the largest in the nation. “This is a significant achievement in the state of Illinois’ coverage efforts, but more importantly this success presents a tremendous opportunity to continue to improve health outcomes and … Read More
Obituaries 3-2-2016: Pat Pflug
Pat Pflug Patricia D. ‘Pat’ Pflug, 68, of Decatur, formerly of Bethany, died at 5:14 p.m. Thursday, February 25, 2016 in Decatur Memorial Hospital. Celebration of Life services were at 2 p.m. Sunday in Reed Funeral Home in Sullivan. Burial was in Marrowbone Township Cemetery in Bethany. Pat was born January 19, 1948 in Bethany, a daughter of Wayne and Delores Chaney Marshall. She had worked for Illinois Masonic Home in Sullivan and Schrock Cabinets in Arthur. … Read More
Millikin University Celebrates Women’s History Month
•March 2, 2016• Women’s History Month traces its beginning to the first International Women’s Day in 1911. Congress passed a resolution recognizing Women’s History Week in 1981, which was extended to an entire month in 1987 to recognize the diverse and historic accomplishments of women that have shaped events throughout history. Millikin’s celebration of Women’s History Month includes the following events: Speak Like a Girl (Sponsored by the University Center Board) Monday, March 7 at 7 p.m., Lower Richards Treat University Center Speak Like a Girl discusses topics of domestic violence, social justice and women’s empowerment through the art of … Read More
Second Quarter Honor Rolls Announced by County Schools
•March 2, 2016• Earning straight As at Lovington Grade School are Natalie Lambdin, Tori Morgan, Kenli Nettles and Aaron Schmitt eighth grade; seventh grader Tatjana Mehmen; Max Allen, Quentin Day, Reggie Edmonds, Delaney Gillis, Gavin Mechliing and Michaela Powell, sixth grade and Emma Edwards, Connor Edmonds, Josie Hale, Wyatt Hilligoss and Chilton Ingram, fifth grade. Those named to the honor roll are Shalonda Hettinger, Trinity Miller, Karyzma Smith, Clayton Stanley and Colin Stanley, eighth grade; Keegan Ashenfelter, Makenzie Brown, Koby Brownlee, Allysa Hilton, Rachel Kinney, Robby LeCates, Colton Middleton, Quentin Morgan and Bryston Von Hatten, seventh grade; Alex Adams, Sophia … Read More
Bethany Food Drive at Scott State Bank
•March 2, 2016• Scott Sate Bank in Bethany is hosting “Spring into Action” food drive to benefit the Bethany Food Pantry. This is the second annual drive. Last year more than 900 items were collected. Unexpired canned and boxed items as well as toiletry and paper products will be collected through March 31 at the bank during regular business hours. … Read More