Appointment by Governor

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•January 17, 2024• Recently Gov. J.B. Pritzker announced nine appointments to board and commissions. Andrew Weatherford will serve as the Public Administrator and Public Guardian for Moultrie County. Weatherford is Owner, Partner and Attorney at Johnson, Chiligiris & Weatherford. Previously, Weatherford was an Assistant State’s Attorney for Macon County. He currently serves as the Public Administrator and Public Guardian for De Witt and Macon County. Weatherford earned a Bachelor of Arts from Millikin University, a Master of Arts in Political Science from Eastern Illinois University and Juris Doctor from Indiana University School of Law. Appointment is pending confirmation by the … Read More

Risk Factors for Cervical Cancer

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•January 17, 2024• The American Cancer Society reports that cervical cancer was once one of the most common causes of cancer death among American women. Though those numbers have decreased dramatically as use of the Pap test has increased, cervical cancer remains a considerable global threat. That threat is a reflection of socioeconomic conditions, as the World Health Organization reports that roughly 90 percent of new cervical cancer cases and deaths in 2020 occurred in low- and middle-income countries. … Read More

Tiaras and Ties

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•January 17, 2024• Sullivan Dance Studio is hosting “Tiaras & Ties” on Saturday, January 27 from 5:00-7:30 p.m. at Building 1225. This is an event recommended for princesses age 3 and up accompanied by their special guy. Dancing, photographer, craft, and refreshments are part of this event. A VIP Experience is offered with appetizers, catered dinner, princess gift, VIP dessert, early entry seating and more. For the VIP experience doors open at 4:45 p.m. and general admission doors open at 5:45. Register online at www.sullivan5678.com/tiaras-ties. Contact the dance studio for more information or questions at 217-728-9111. … Read More

Emergency Blood Shortage May Delay Medical Procedures

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•January 17, 2024• The American Red Cross is experiencing an emergency blood shortage as the nation faces the lowest number of people giving blood in 20 years. The Red Cross blood supply has fallen to critically low levels across the country, and blood and platelet donors are urged to make a donation appointment to help alleviate the shortage and help ensure lifesaving medical procedures are not put on hold. … Read More

What First-Time Parents Should Know About Bathing Newborns

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•January 17, 2024• Learning on the job is part of being a parent. That learning curve can be steep for anyone, but especially so for first-time parents with no personal experience to draw on. Bathing newborns is a job many parents look back on with fondness once their children have gotten older. Bath time also can be bonding time for parents and their newborns. As first-time parents prepare to bring their newborns home, they may have some questions about bathing their babies. When should a newborn be given his or her first bath? … Read More