Shawnee Communications makes donation to District #305 Education Foundation

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•February 2, 2022• Shawnee Communications delivered a late Christmas gift to District #305 Education Foundation. On Wednesday, January 19th, Jamie Franklin, Customer Service Manager for Shawnee Communications, presented the District #305 Education Foundation with a much-needed donation. The $5,400 donation consisted of employee donations, which were matched individually by Shawnee’s four shareholders and then matched by the company. On hand to receive the donation were board members Carol Smith, Marty Yeakel and members of the “100 People Who Care” organization. … Read More

Elizabeth Titus Memorial Library News

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•February 2, 2022• Register today to receive a S.T.E.A.M. kit to take home. Who: Students in grades K-8. When: Two times a month from February- May What: Included will be a STEAM activity, some reading materials, and a mystery for you to solve. When you solve the mystery you will uncover a code that will give you access to a locked box that contains a prize. Yarn Matters: Do you love fiber arts? Do you crochet, knit, weave, maybe even embroider? Bring your projects, knowledge, and/or a desire to learn. … Read More

Millikin University Announces New Dual Degree Program and Major

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•February 2, 2022• Millikin University has announced an opportunity for undergraduates to accelerate their careers in arts management through a new accelerated Arts Administration/Master of Business Administration (MBA) 3+1 dual degree program. Millikin will begin enrolling students in the program in the fall 2022 semester. Through the accelerated Arts Administration + MBA program, students can earn a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science degree in Arts Administration and an MBA degree in just four years. Students will spend three years completing the Arts Administration major and will enroll as a graduate student in Millikin University’s 13-month Daytime MBA … Read More

Lake Land College Celebrates Assessment Month

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•February 2, 2022• February is the month to celebrate assessment at Lake Land College. Students and staff members are encouraged to participate in this year’s activities to learn about the importance of assessment. According to Lisa Madlem, director of assessment and program review for the college, the assessment process at Lake Land is essential to help students and staff make informed decisions that ultimately improve the teaching-learning process. … Read More

Sullivan Holds on vs A&M

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•February 2, 2022• The Lady Redskins took a 19-13 lead into the half against A&M last Thursday and found a way to hold on for the 47-43 win. The victory gave Sullivan 5th place in the CIC Tournament. Alaina Moore led the team with 17 points in the matchup. Izzy Hay dropped in nine points to go with her scrappy defensive effort, coming up with four steals. Skyla Palmer led the Lady Redskins on the boards with seven rebounds to go with her two points. Kiley Dyer chipped in with seven points, Addison Minor five, Emily Miller four and Addison … Read More

Extension Strengthens Ties to Central Illinois Communities with New County Director

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•February 2, 2022• By Emily Steele Media Communications  Coordinator Illinois Extension Across the state, University of Illinois Extension staff stationed in county offices strive to meet families, businesses, and communities where they are and provide solutions to local issues. In January, Illinois Extension welcomed new County Extension Director Jessie McClusky to Coles, Cumberland, Douglas, Moultrie, and Shelby counties. “Jessie brings with her tremendous experience in building networks and partnerships and utilizing those partnerships to fund programs,” says Doug Harlan, Illinois Extension interim regional director for southern Illinois. … Read More