Recent Obituaries: Charles David Drake

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Charles David Drake Charles David Drake, 75, of Sullivan, passed away 4:37 a.m. Sunday, January 14, 2024, in Sullivan. Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 17, 2024, at McMullin-Young Funeral Home, Sullivan. Visitation will be held an hour prior to the services Wednesday, at the funeral home. Burial will be in Greenhill Cemetery, Sullivan. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society: P.O. Box 6704 Hagerstown, MD 21741. David was born October 20, 1948, in Sullivan; the son of Cecil G. and Mary Lucy (Frederick) Drake. He married Sheila Wilhelm on August 7, 1971, in Sullivan; … Read More

IAA Foundation Offers Scholarships to Support Agriculture Students, Illinois Farm Bureau Families

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•January 10, 2024• More than $192,000 in scholarships are now available for agriculture students for the upcoming 2024-25 school year through the IAA Foundation. “We are once again pleased to offer a robust scholarship program that encourages students to explore degrees in agriculture related fields,” said Jennifer Smith, IAA Foundation development manager. “It is imperative that the next generation of agriculture leaders receives the financial support they need to stay immersed in their education and build their career in agriculture.” … Read More

A Brief History of Braille

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•January 10, 2024• Braille is a universally accepted system of reading and writing for the blind. Much in the way sign language was established as a method of communication for the deaf, Braille helped to open entire worlds of possibility for those with partial or complete vision loss. Consisting of raised dots that represent the letters of the alphabet and equivalents for punctuation marks and letter groupings, Braille consists of 63 characters, each made up of one to six raised dots arranged in a six-position matrix or cell. Individuals read Braille by passing fingertips over the characters. … Read More

Taking the Mystery Out of Anxiety Disorders

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•January 10, 2024• It is normal to feel nervous from time to time, particularly when anticipating a potentially life-changing event. However, when nervousness is excessive, persistent and intense, or arises from seemingly innocuous stimuli, that could indicate the presence of an anxiety disorder. What is anxiety? The American Psychiatric Association says anxiety is a normal response to stress. Anxiety disorders differ from normal nervousness because they involve excessive fear. The APA also says anxiety disorders are the most common mental disorders and affect nearly 30 percent of adults at some point in their lives. It is time to seek help … Read More

Signs You’re Exercising Too Much

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•January 10, 2024• The formula for healthy living has remained the same for decades. Healthy eating paired with regular exercise can lower risk for a number of ailments, including chronic diseases. But it’s important that individuals avoid overdoing it in regard to exercise. Too much of anything can negate its benefits, and exercise is no exception. The current Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans indicate adults need 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity and two days of muscle-strengthening activity each week. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says children between the ages of three and five need to be active … Read More

LLC Accepting Nominations for Alumni Awards

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•January 10, 2024• Lake Land College is accepting nominations for the Distinguished Service Award, Pacesetter Award, Retiree Wall of Fame, Distinguished Alumnus Award/Alumnus Achievement Award and Distinguished Alumni Society. All nominations for these listed awards will be accepted until February 1, 2024.  The following awards will be presented to their respective recipients at the annual Foundation & Alumni Awards Ceremony in October. The Distinguished Service Award is presented to an individual whose exemplary service and contributions have benefited Lake Land College or its affiliated organizations. Current paid members of the faculty and staff and current members of the board of … Read More

Gov. Pritzker Announces Increased Illinois Census Numbers Following State Request for Review

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•January 10, 2024• Governor JB Pritzker announced on Wednesday, January 3 that the United States Census Bureau had approved the state’s request to have nearly 47,000 Illinoisans included in future population estimates. The review, which was requested following findings of inaccurately low counts in certain areas, ensures the state will receive a proportionate share of the $675 billion in annual funds distributed to states each year. “I’m pleased that the Census Bureau has recognized the undercounting that I and many members of Illinois’ Congressional Delegation have worked to remedy since the 2020 census results were first released,” said Governor JB … Read More

Occupational Cancer is Killing Firefighters

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•January 10, 2024• Occupational cancer is claiming the lives of more firefighters than any other cause, including fires and other on-scene incidents. The Associated Fire Fighters of Illinois (AFFI), an affiliate of the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF), and the Firefighter Cancer Support Network (FCSN) are partnering to deliver targeted education about best practices and resources to prevent and reduce cancer among firefighters during Fire Fighter Cancer Awareness Month in January. During 2024 Fire Fighter Cancer Awareness Month (iaff.org/cancer-awareness-month), the IAFF and FCSN will partner to deliver targeted education and best practices and resources to reduce the impact of … Read More