LLC Celebrates Community College Month

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•April 19, 2023• Lake Land College is joining community colleges throughout the state of Illinois and the entire nation in celebrating National Community College Month this April. As does Lake Land College, community colleges provide opportunities for people to change their lives through the power of an education. Lake Land College helps people transform their lives, and in turn, their families and their communities. “We are very excited to be joining community colleges throughout the state of Illinois and the entire nation in celebrating National Community College Month this April,” Lake Land College President Josh Bullock said. “Just as we … Read More

Sign Reminder

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•April 19, 2023• Per City Ordinance 40-4-37 Section (B), while there is no permit required for a temporary sign, there is a time limit on how long they maybe displayed. Keep this in mind when displaying your signs in public areas such as the boulevard in front of Hardee’s and by Kirby Foods. In addition, no signs are to be posted on public utility poles for any reason without permission from the City. The Ordinance can be viewed on the City Website or at the Planning & Zoning Office located in the Courthouse Suite #1. … Read More

Sign Reminder

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•April 19, 2023• Per City Ordinance 40-4-37 Section (B), while there is no permit required for a temporary sign, there is a time limit on how long they maybe displayed. Keep this in mind when displaying your signs in public areas such as the boulevard in front of Hardee’s and by Kirby Foods. In addition, no signs are to be posted on public utility poles for any reason without permission from the City. The Ordinance can be viewed on the City Website or at the Planning & Zoning Office located in the Courthouse Suite #1. … Read More

Sullivan High School Girls Track Finishes 2nd at Quad Meet

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•April 12, 2023• SHS Girls Track finished in 2nd place with 157 points on Tuesday, April 4 in Shelbyville at their quad meet against Central A & M, Shelbyville, and St. Teresa. As it was a beautiful night for a meet, Sullivan had several girls set career PR’s and scored points in 13/18 events. Top 3 finishers are listed below. Long Jump- 1. Short 18’0” Triple Jump-1. Hay 31’11” High Jump- 1. Kelly 4’8”, 2. Miller 4’4” Pole Vault- 3. Nuzzo 8’6” Shot Put- 3. Haegen 28’2” 4 x 100- 1. Booker, Short, Moore, Bennett 52.1 4 x 200- 1. … Read More

McClure Takes Part in New Defensive Training with DCFS Employees

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•April 12, 2023• Frontline Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) employees are now able to take training to safely and effectively use pepper spray in emergency situations, with the goal of being better able to protect themselves in the field. The training also includes instruction on situational awareness. The new program was created by legislation filed by State Senator Steve McClure (R-Springfield). “Frontline DCFS employees need to be able to stay safe while they work to protect vulnerable children and families,” said Senator McClure. “I hope this program gives them vital tools and information that they can use to … Read More

University of Illinois Extension Program Held

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•April 12, 2023• On April 1 Caitlin Mellendorf provided a packed room with techniques for dehydrating, freezing and fermenting foods for safe storage. “Drying or dehydrating food involves removing its water content to a point where the food is preserved for a longer time than if left fresh. Dehydrated foods can be done by drying in an oven at 140 degree F. Higher than that they will cook. Dried fruits should reach 20% moisture and be pliable, but not sticky. Dried Vegetables will be brittle or crisp, with a moisture level of 10%. You may use an electric food dehydrator, … Read More