Moultrie County Republicans Lincoln Day Dinner
Warm Weather Travel Could Put You in the Path of a Hurricane or Other Severe Weather
•May 4, 2022• With many families poised for spring and summer travel, the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) is helping get travelers ready for hurricane season by highlighting National Hurricane Preparedness Week, May 1-7, 2022. “Our State Climatologist and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) have forecasted an increase frequency and intensity of natural disasters like hurricanes,” IEMA Director Alicia Tate-Nadeau said. “So before your big vacation, find time to prepare for any kind of severe weather. It could save your life.” With hurricane season spanning from June 1 – November 30, there are several practical ways that Illinoisans can better prepare … Read More
Elizabeth Titus Memorial Library May Calendar of Events
•May 4, 2022• Tuesdays – Yarn Matters at 6 Wednesdays – Storytime at 10 Fridays – Bouncing and Books from 9:30 – 12 Wednesday, Mary 11 – Family PJ Storytime at 6:30 Thursday, May 19 – DMV from 10-2 Monday, May 30 – Closed … Read More
May is Foster Parent Appreciation Month
•May 4, 2022• May is Foster Parent Appreciation Month, a time to honor and celebrate the thousands of foster families across the state who have opened their hearts and homes to provide a temporary safe haven to vulnerable children and encourage more Illinoisans to join them by becoming licensed foster families. Children are placed in the temporary care of the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) by local courts when it is determined that their families cannot safely care for them. DCFS works with the family to make the positive changes necessary to reunite with their children while … Read More
Grand Ole Opry Veteran comes to Dalton City
•May 4, 2022• The community is invited to attend a concert by singer, songwriter, and storyteller Daryl Mosley on Friday, May 13 at 7:00pm at Dalton City United Methodist Church, 200 N. Water Street, Dalton City, IL. … Read More
Prairie Association for Home and Community Education Meeting
•May 4, 2022• Submitted by Anamary Bicknell PAHCE Public Relations The PAHCE (Moultrie-Douglas) Units have continued to meet with some precautions due to COVID. Sixty-eight members had paid dues by January 31, 2022. The Prairie Association for Home & Community Education (Moultrie & Douglas Counties) held their Annual Meeting on April 21, 2022. The meeting started at 12 noon with a potluck meal that was enjoyed by all. Following the meal Nancy Burcham gave a very entertaining program about her decision to become an author. She reviewed the books she has written including her latest book, “Laughter with the Older … Read More
Sullivan Dance Studio’s Competition Team attends Rainbow 2022 Competition
•May 4, 2022• Sullivan Dance Studio’s Competition Team attended their final competition of the year April 2-3, 2022 at the Rialto Square Theater in Joliet, Illinois. The team had dancers in numerous sessions and categories at the event. Fabulous 50’s, the Production Number received 1st Overall Line Winner, Judge’s Choice “Bop Til You Drop It,” NYC All Stars Award and a Double Platinum Rating. This dance includes all 33 dance team members. Brand New Day is the team’s only large group entry, is in the Musical Theater Category and dances at the Junior Age Level. At this Rainbow Competition it … Read More
Sullivan Lions Donate to Boy Scout Troop 39
“Age My Way” is Theme for Older Americans Month
•May 4, 2022• Cheri Burcham Extension Educator University of Illinois Extension We traditionally celebrate Older Americans Month (OAM) each May. OAM is a time to acknowledge the contributions of past and current older persons in our country, in particular those who defended our country. Every President since Kennedy has issued a formal proclamation during or before the month of May asking that the entire nation pay tribute in some way to older persons in their communities. OAM is celebrated across the country through ceremonies, events, fairs, and other activities. Older adults play vital, positive roles in our communities – as … Read More