News Progress

•November 9, 2022• Recovery Oriented Systems of Care (ROSC) is holding a Community Training Event on November 16 at 5 p.m. This meeting will take place at the First Assembly of God Church in Shelbyville. ROSC is a new program in Moultrie and Shelby County that works to increase recovery resources in the community and address the needs specific to substance use in the county. The purpose of the Community Training Event is to bring education to community members surrounding the topics of Human Trafficking and Drug and Endangered Children. The training will be conducted by Liesl Wingert from the … Read More

•November 9, 2022• Sarah Bush Lincoln recently donated $1,080 to Sullivan Sports Boosters to support Sullivan CUSD 300 athletics. Cole Huber, the Sullivan school district athletic director, said the district and boosters are grateful for the donation. “We appreciate the service that Sarah Bush Lincoln provides,” Huber said. “With the money going back to the boosters, it will allow us to support our athletes during their seasons.” … Read More

•November 9, 2022• In honor of National Apprenticeship Week, Lake Land College will host a Spotlight Apprenticeships: Direct Path to Success event November 16 from noon to 2 p.m. … Read More

•November 9, 2022• Whether you’re at work, commuting, or at home, being ready for harsh, frigid storms can lead comfort and even survival. November is Winter Weather Preparedness Month, and Nov. 7-11 is Winter Weather Preparedness Week. The week will culminate in a social media contest for Illinois residents. “This is the ideal time to get ready for snow, ice, and brutal cold because Illinois weather can be pleasant one day, and a winter storm the next day,” said Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) Director Alicia Tate-Nadeau. “Each winter season, nearly 29,000 vehicle crashes occur in Illinois, producing 4,500 injuries … Read More