Illinois LICA hosts safety workshop series

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The Illinois Land Improvement Contractors Association (ILICA) is hosting a safety workshop series at 3 locations across the state in January for anyone seeking 10HR OSHA, Flagger, and/or CPR certification. Training will be provided by ILICA member Grey & Associates.    The 2-day workshops include a full day and a half of 10HR OSHA certification training, followed by a half day of either flagger or CPR certification training. Attendees may register for any certification individually or receive a maximum of two (2) certifications per workshop. Member and non-member rates apply. No prerequisites required. The first days of training run from … Read More

A Look Back…12-18-2024

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1964 Paul Krows, Moultrie County Farm Advisor, retired after a 42 year career in public service to agriculture. Glen Landers of Sullivan was elected the new president of Illinois Foundation Seeds, Inc. of Champaign. Fall-out shelter supplies for 2,100 persons were stockpiled at Illinois Masonic Home. There are six shelters in the five buildings at the home. … Read More

Christmas wishes

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Photo Photo courtesy of the Lovington American Legion Auxiliary Christmas wishes The Lovington American Legion played host to Santa, Mrs. Claus and the Grinch Sunday to visit with children. Over 40 kids visited, gave their Christmas wishes, receive a snack and choose a toy. … Read More

Keep the wreath red by practicing fire safety during the holiday season

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•December 18, 2024• Submitted by the Bethany Fire Protection District Bethany Fire Protection District is raising awareness about fire decoration safety during the holiday season by participating in “Keep the Wreath Red” program. The wreath is hanging above the entrance to the fire station to remind residents to keep fire safety a priority during the holidays, especially when decorating. The red bulbs are changed out for white if the department responds to a fire caused by holiday decorations. The Keep the Wreath Red campaign began in 1954 in Naperville and adopted by the Illinois Fire Chief Association in 1980. Bethany Fire Protection … Read More

LLC celebrates associate degree nursing graduates

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•December 18, 2024• Graduating nurses received their pins at the 2024 Lake Land College Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to Associate Degree Nurse (ADN) Bridge program pinning ceremony.  The LPN to ADN Bridge program provides a pathway for current LPNs to advance in their careers by becoming a registered nurse with one additional year of coursework.  Among those graduating were Alicia Yoder from Arthur and Blake Robinson and Kendra Elzy both of Sullivan. … Read More

Christmas candle special

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•December 18, 2024• Hammond United Methodist Church will hold their annual Christmas candle lighting with special music featuring “Collage of Faith” on Sunday, December 22 at 6pm. All are welcome to join this celebration. Light snacks will follow in the fellowship hall. The church is located at 3rd and D Streets in Hammond and is handicap accessible. … Read More