Efforts Add 64,000 Pounds of Fresh Produce to Central Illinois Tables

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•January 12, 2022• The goal was 1,000 pounds of produce; instead, the first year of Extension’s Partners in Produce project tipped the scales at over 25,000 pounds. With the enthusiastic support of the growers and buyers at the Arthur Produce Auction, University of Illinois Extension has provided more than 116,000 pounds of fresh produce to central Illinois food pantries in three years. In early 2019, MaryBeth Massey, Illinois Extension program coordinator for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education, wanted to address food insecurity in her community. She was familiar with the Arthur Produce Auction and curious if a partnership, now called … Read More

Menu 1-12-2022

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Senior Peace Meal For additional information or for reservations, please call 1-800-543-1770 Jan. 10 – Baked Spaghetti Broccoli, Corn, Tossed Salad w/Dressing Pkt., Bread or Roll Jan. 11 – Roast Beef with Brown Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Seasoned Greens, Clementine, Whole Grain Roll Jan. 12 – Mushroom Crusted Chicken, Au Gratin Potatoes, Capri Vegetables, Pineapple, Whole Grain Bread Jan. 13 – Cheeseburger Soup, Pickled Beets, Broccoli Salad, Peaches, Roll Jan. 14 – Salmon Burger w/condiment, Baked Beans, Brussels Sprouts, Apricots, Bun … Read More

Millikin University to Host Campus Visit Day January 17

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•January 12, 2022• Millikin University will host a campus visit day for prospective students on Monday, Jan. 17, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Campus visit days at Millikin University provide students with the road map they need to plan their college journey. During a visit to Millikin University, students will: Learn about Millikin’s 50-plus academic programs and the career success of alumni. … Read More

Lawmakers Approve Clarifications to Reform

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•January 12, 2022• By Capital News Illinois Illinois lawmakers passed a bill clarifying issues around the massive criminal justice reform bill that passed with the support of the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus last year. On a 67-42 vote, the House voted Wednesday, Jan. 6, to accept a senate amendment to House Bill 3512, clarifying issues relating to pretrial services, detainee phone calls and moving back effective dates in the police decertification system and body camera footage labeling. Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, the lead House sponsor of the bill, said it’s intended to help facilitate the implementation of the Safety, Accountability, … Read More

Obituaries 1-12-2022: Judy Hubmer

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Judy Hubmer In Loving Memory Judy A. Hubmer Jan. 2, 1943 – Jan. 7, 2022 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing away of Judy A. Hubmer (79) on January 7, 2022, in New Richmond, Wisc. It is with great joy that we proclaim that she has been united with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. … Read More

Funding is Available in the WIOA Young Adult Services Program

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•January 12, 2022• Local Workforce Innovation Area 23 would like to announce that a considerable amount of funding is still available in the WIOA Young Adult Services Program. If you are a young adult aged 16-24 and looking for supportive services including tuition assistance and/or paid work experience or you are a business who would be interested in serving as a youth employment site please contact us today. WIOA Young Adult Services The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) provides a Youth Training and Education Program that offers the following services: · Paid work experience!! … Read More

Illinois Department of Public Health Announces COVID-19 Antivirals Available in the Coming Weeks

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•January 12, 2022• The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is announcing two new COVID-19 oral antivirals, Paxlovid (Pfizer) and Molnupiravir (Merck), will be available in Illinois later this month. The antivirals are for those with mild-to-moderate COVID-19 who are at high risk for becoming severely ill, including hospitalization or death. Both antivirals will be available by prescription only and should be taken as soon as possible after being diagnosed and within five days of the beginning of symptoms. Paxlovid is expected to reduce the risk of hospitalizations by 89% and Molnupiravir by about 30%. Molnupiravir is meant for use … Read More

Facts for Families: Helping Children Cope with Disasters

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•January 12, 2022• By Cheri Burcham Family Life Educator Natural disasters, such as the recent tornados, wildfires, and floods along with other traumatic events like mass shootings and even the pandemic can be devastating for everyone. For children, just watching the news and listening to parents talk can make life’s events seem like they are out of control. This would be magnified for children who experienced direct loss and may need help understanding what happened to their world. Most children look to adults for guidance and understanding on how to react and deal with life’s events. Common reactions of children … Read More