•April 12, 2023• Governor JB Pritzker has issued a proclamation announcing April as Illinois Safe Digging Month. The proclamation serves as a reminder to professional excavators and homeowners to call 8-1-1 before starting any outdoor digging project. … Read More
•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
•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
•April 12, 2023• SHS Girls Track finished in 8th place with 39 points at the 15 team Shelbyville Open on Friday Morning. The 4 x 1 and 4 x 2 relay teams of Madalyn Booker, Cassidy Short, Alaina Moore, and Jalexis Bennett finished first in both events with times of 51.9 and 1:50.4. Short also won the long jump with a 16’11” leap. SHS Track teams host the Tri- County next Tuesday, April 18th. Below are point scorers from Shelbyville. 100M- 6. Bennett 13.28 100H- 5. Hay 17.91 4 x 1- 1. Short, Booker, Moore, Bennett 51.9 4 x 2- … Read More
•April 12, 2023• Heated debates with referees and trash-talking players is something one may expect when watching professional sports. But such behavior is not expected of parents on the sidelines of youth sporting events. However, unruly parents are on display with increasing frequency at various youth sporting events. According to a 2017 survey by the National Association of Sports Officials, adult behavior is the reason more than 75 percent of all high school referees quit. About 80 percent of new officials stop after two years on the job. This has led to a shortage of officials across the youth sports … Read More
Janet Scheurich Janet Puyear Scheurich, 85, of Bloomington, Champaign and formerly of Bethany, passed away January 21, 2023, at Carle BroMenn Medical Center in Normal, Ill. … Read More
•April 12, 2023• The field of nursing is vast. While providing medical assistance and support to patients is at the heart of any nursing career, the road to becoming a nurse varies. There are many pathways to becoming a nurse, and each requires a specific amount of education, training and testing. Here’s a deep dive into the various professional degrees associated with nursing, courtesy of NurseJournal.org and Nurse.org. Certified Nursing Assistant: A certified nursing assistant is how many people first enter the field of nursing. CNAs are not nurses, but they help nurses provide medical care. Becoming a CNA requires … Read More
•April 12, 2023• The class of 2023 soon will be donning their caps and gowns and receiving their diplomas. After commencement ceremonies, graduation parties will soon follow. For party guests, that means finding the right gifts for grads. Some high school graduates will continue their studies at colleges and universities. Others may pursue careers in various trades. Still, some graduates may be ready to enter the workforce right away. No matter the direction, these gifts can treat graduates to something special. Travel accessories … Read More