Quarter Madness

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•April 5, 2023• Moultrie County Monthly Quarter Madness will hold their April Quarter Auction on Wednesday, April 12. The event will be held at the Sullivan American Legion. Habitat for Humanity is the charity of the month. Vendors at the event could include: direct sales such as Avon, Scentsy, JBloom Jewelry, Thirty-One, Tastefully Simple, Paper Pei (formerly Usborne Books), Pampered Chef, plus different craft vendors, hair bows, boutique clothing, shoes, accessories and more. Come shop the vendors and stay for the quarter auction. Bring your quarters for charity item and extra bidding. All-In paddle will be $20. Doors open at … Read More

Upcoming Blood Drives

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•April 5, 2023• The Cadwell community will host a community blood drive with ImpactLife, the provider of blood components for local hospitals, on Tuesday, April 18 from 3 to 7 pm at 1533 CR 1900 N, Cadwell, the donor bus will be parked by M&E Woodcrafts. To donate contact ImpactLife Urbana at (800) 747-5401 or visit www.bloodcenter.org and use code 70636 to locate the drive. Appointments are required. Agri-Fab Inc. will also host a blood drive with Impact Life on Friday, April 21 from 9 am to 2 pm at 809 S. Hamilton Street, inside the meeting room. To donate … Read More

C.E.F.S. Announces Assistance for Youth Summer Activities

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•March 29, 2023• C.E.F.S. Economic Opportunity Corporation is offering support to low-income families wishing for their child/children to participate in a summer activity of their choice. Activities need to promote physical health, safety, or learning. Examples of activities C.E.F.S. can pay for include science camp, art class, swim lessons, 4-H camp, summer sports, and acting class. Families need to contact their local county C.E.F.S. Outreach Office for an application and inquiries. … Read More

Quilt Fest to Feature Quilt Show, Auction and Author Chiaverini

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•March 29, 2023• The Decatur Quilters Guild will hold their 41st Quilt Fest titled “We Quilt our Town” Friday and Saturday, April 14 and 15, 2023 at the Decatur Civic Center, downtown Decatur. As a special feature, author Jennifer Chiaverini will be a guest speaker. Chiaverini is author of The Elm Creek Quilt series and many historical fiction books such as Switchboard Soldiers, The Women’s March, and Mrs. Lincoln’s Dressmaker. Thank you to our Library Sponsors including the following public libraries: Warrensburg, Mt. Zion, Macon, Genealogy Society and Maroa. Admission to the Quilt Show is required to attend her presentation. … Read More

C.E.F.S. Extends Deadline to Apply for College Scholarships

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•March 29, 2023• C.E.F.S. Economic Opportunity Corporation is offering scholarships for income eligible individuals who wish to continue their education in an Illinois post-Secondary Institution and enroll full-time. The course of study must lead up to a degree and/or employment. Listed below are the Income Eligibility Guidelines at 200% Poverty level: Family Size 30 Day 1 $2,430 2 $3,287 … Read More

ICC’s Annual Hazardous Material Report Found Minimal Violations on Illinois Railways

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•March 29, 2023• The Illinois Commerce Commission released its annual report on accidents and incidents involving hazardous materials (hazmat) on Illinois railroads. Of the 8,549 rail cars inspected in 2022, the ICC found violations in just 1.3 percent of all inspections. When these inspections first started in 1981, violations topped 12 percent. “The disaster in East Palestine has rightfully turned attention to our nation’s rail safety efforts. Our hazardous materials report is an important resource for understanding the kinds of incidents that occur on Illinois railways and helps the Commission to inform its ongoing safety measures,” said ICC Chairman Carrie … Read More

Be Alert to the Effects of too much Caffeine

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•March 29, 2023• As part of March’s Caffeine Awareness Month, HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital and HSHS Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology – Decatur want to share how the stimulant affects our brain and body. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) estimates 80% of U.S. adults consume caffeine daily. Although it can help with alertness, health experts say overdoing it can cause dangerous side effects including: … Read More