Pritzker Urges Child Vaccination

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Federal approval of vaccines for children 5-11 could come next week •October 27, 2021• By Jerry Nowicki Capitol News Illinois jnowicki @ capitolnewsillinois.com An amendment to the Health Care Right of Conscience Act that allows an employer to fire a worker for noncompliance with COVID-19 vaccine or test requirements surfaced Monday ahead of the final three scheduled days of legislative action this year. That bill language was introduced in the General Assembly Monday as Gov. JB Pritzker announced a new partial vaccine agreement with the state’s largest public employee union and held a news conference to encourage vaccination in children … Read More

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Senior Peace Meal For additional information or for reservations, please call 1-800-543-1770 Nov. 1 – Sausage in Gravy, Hash Rounds, Orange Juice, Sautéed Mushrooms, Onions & Bell Pepper, Biscuit Nov. 2 – Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes w/Brown Gravy, Italian Green Beans, Cranberry Salad, Whole Grain Wheat Nov. 3 – Beef Tortellini, Peas, Carrots, Tropical Fruit Salad, Bread Nov. 4 – Country Fried Steak, Mashed Potatoes w/White Gravy, Nantucket Vegetables, Apricots, Whole Grain Wheat Nov. 5 – Goulash, Seasoned Greens, Pineapple Chunks, Dinner Roll … Read More

State Rep. Brad Halbrook Brings Fall

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•October 27, 2021• Listening Tour to Bethany State Representative Brad Halbrook invites residents in the Bethany area to meet him on November 1st at the Marrowbone Public Library to discuss state issues and concerns. Rep. Halbrook’s Fall Listening Tour brings his office to communities throughout the district to better assist those who want to discuss issues face to face with him and his staff. … Read More

Illinois Department of Public Health Issues Updated COVID-19 Fall Festivities Guidance

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•October 27, 2021• As we continue through Fall and head into the holiday season, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is issuing updated guidance to help people celebrate more safely as we continue to battle COVID-19. “Although we’re still in the pandemic, this Halloween and Fall festivities season will look a little different than last year thanks to the safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines that are readily available,” said IDPH Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike. “However, we must still take precautions as not everyone is vaccinated and a vaccine for children younger than 12 year is not yet available. Getting … Read More

Okaw Valley Sports

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•October 27, 2021• Volleyball The Okaw Valley volleyball team ended its regular season on a four-game winning streak and winning its last 6-of-7 matches by defeating Meridian Monday, Oct. 18. The Timberwolves won the non-conference game in straight sets, 25-20, 28-26. Okaw Valley ended its regular season with an overall record of 21-10 and 8-2 in the Lincoln Prairie Conference. The Timberwolves entered the Class 1A Central A&M Regional at Moweaqua this week. No. 5-seeded Okaw Valley took on No. 12-seeded Cerro Gordo/Bement Tuesday, Oct. 26. Winner took on the winner of Match 2 (Meridian or Arcola) Wednesday. The championship … Read More

Sullivan Sports

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•October 27, 2021• Sullivan Volleyball Sullivan volleyball team ended the regular season with a five-game losing streak with two Central Illinois Conference losses last week. The Redskins had their Senior Night spoiled by Tuscola Thursday, Oct. 21. The Warriors won in straight sets, 25-22, 25-19 Monday, Oct. 18, Sullivan lost to Cerro Gordo/Bement in three sets. Sullivan won the first set 25-22 but lost the next two, 25-16 and 25-14. Landry Hill led the Redskins with nine kills, and Skyla Palmer finished with six kills and two blocks. Chloe Smith and Kiley Dyer served two aces, and Rylee Roehrs had … Read More

Sullivan Pre-School Receives ExceleRate Illinois Silver Circle of Quality Designation

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•October 27, 2021• Sullivan Pre-school received the Silver Circle of Quality designation from ExceleRate Illinois, the state’s new quality recognition and improvement system for early learning and development providers. “Every early learning and development provider who participates in ExceleRate Illinois makes quality a priority,” said Cynthia L. Tate Ph.D., Executive Director, Governor’s Office of Early Childhood Development. “The higher the designation, the higher the program’s demonstrated quality and comprehensiveness in meeting children’s early learning needs,” she said. … Read More

Create a Fall Family Fun List

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•October 27, 2021• By Cheri Burcham Family Life Educator Fall is my favorite time of year, so when I read this article from Extension Educator Emily Schoenfelder, I wanted to make sure and share it with you. Emily says: I don’t know about things in your neck of the woods, but here in Central Illinois, the indications of autumn are everywhere! The shorter days are marked with bright blue skies and a crisp breeze, mums adorn doorsteps, and there’s pumpkin spice everything! In case these tell-tale signs don’t ring true for you, last week also marked the Autumnal Equinox, a … Read More

Tips for a Healthy Halloween

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•October 27, 2021• This Halloween, HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital is recommending parents take precautions due to the COVID-19 pandemic. “Although trick-or-treating is mostly an outdoor activity, there is still a chance for close contact with neighbors,” said Dr. Ryan Jennings, St. Mary’s chief medical officer. “So, it is important to remember that we are still dealing with a pandemic and we need to continue to wear a facemask, wash our hands and maintain social distance.” The Illinois Department of Health (IDPH) recommends that if you are trick-or-treating it should be outdoors and in small groups. Parents around the world have … Read More