There Will Be No Swearing in This Installment

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•January 20, 20201• By Jim Baumann NP Guesdt Writer I had a friend during the 1980s, whose identity I will not divulge, who was fond of the film “Henry V,” starring Kenneth Branagh as Henry, Prince of Wales. I loved it, too. Branagh, who cut his teeth on Shakespeare on stage, took on a big, sweeping production for his first Hollywood directorial effort. My friend was so enthralled by the battle scenes and a young Branagh that she asked me whether we could rent the prequels. (cough) … Read More

Windsor Jr/Sr High Honor Roll

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•January 20, 20201• High Honors 7th grade: Leah Kasey, Cameron Carey, Branson Tingley, Patton Voris, Alexis Gee, Seth Rincker, Landon Postlewait 8th grade: Jorja Plummer, Avery Starwalt, Luke Dispennett, Seth Rakestraw 9th grade: Silas Hortenstine, Lillian Cole, Clayton Carey, Brody Hendrickson, Claire Sims, Talon Bridges, Ainslie Eident, Aubree Brown, Billy Evetts … Read More

Managing the Winter Blues

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Cheri Burcham Extension Educator Winter is upon us and those longer hours of darkness coupled with the colder temperatures can make many people experience those “winter blues.” Throw in a pandemic where we are isolating from others, and I’m afraid we are going to see more people experiencing those blues and maybe worse this season. I have become much more aware recently of the signs of mental health issues having just completed Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) and Trauma-Informed Care trainings, and also co-facilitating a youth mental health awareness program called Your Thoughts Matter. I would highly recommend anyone to … Read More

Board Approves Motions for Route 32 and County Hwy 4 Intersection

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•January 20, 20201• By Crystal Reed NP Writer The Moultrie County Board approved two motions related to the Illinois Route 32 and County Highway 4 intersection during their meeting Thursday evening. The first item was a cost sharing agreement with the Illinois Department of Transportation for the improvement of the Illinois Route 32 and County Highway 4 intersection. The second item was a Moultrie County Funding resolution regarding the improvement of the Illinois Route 32 and County Highway 4 intersection in the amount of $2,900. According to County Engineer Jeff Birch, the final cost for the project will be determined … Read More

Mobile Food Pantry

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•January 20, 20201• The University of Illinois Extension, in cooperating partnership with sponsors Decatur Catholic Charities and Windsor School District will be having a mobile food pantry on Wednesday, February 10 from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm. A mobile food pantry delivers a 2 week supply of food per family in rural communities. Any individual or family that does not have a steady food supply qualifies to receive food. No financial information is required. This distribution is open to all, not only residents of Windsor. You must sign up prior to February 2 by calling 217-855-5616 during business hours of … Read More

Foods That Can Positively Affect Mood

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•January 20, 20201• No one is immune to the occasional bad mood. Whether it’s the weather, waking up on the wrong side of the bed or another variable, various factors can have an adverse affect on a person’s mood. Food is one factor that can have a positive effect on mood. Certain foods have been found to positively affect mood, so incorporating them into your diet may help you stay positive even on those days when you get up on the wrong side of the bed. … Read More

COVID-19 Update: New Guidance on Indoor Dining, Vaccination Plan, New Virus Strain, Sports

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Indoor dining allowed in Tier 1, but no regions there yet; Vaccine Phase 1B starting Jan. 25 •January 20, 20201• By Jerry Nowicki Capitol News Illinois jnowicki@capitolnewsillinois.com Gov. JB Pritzker announced revisions to his COVID-19 mitigation tiers Friday that would allow earlier indoor dining, but no regions have thus far met the requirements. He also announced that the whole state would move to Phase 1B of vaccination efforts as of Jan. 25, while some counties might already individually have entered that phase. As well, a new, more contagious strain of the coronavirus has been confirmed to be spreading in Illinois. … Read More

Miller Draws Criticism for Remarks Referencing Hitler

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•January 20, 20201• By Janice Hunt NP Guest Writer WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Mary Miller (R-Ill.) of Oakland has apologized after drawing national criticism for quoting Adolf Hitler during a rally Tuesday, Jan. 5, two days after taking the oath of office. Miller was speaking to the group Moms for America outside of the U.S. Capitol when she said, “Each generation has the responsibility to teach and train the next generation. You know, if we win a few elections, we’re still going to be losing, unless we win the hearts and minds of our children. This is the battle. … Read More

How to Make Driving in Inclement Weather More Safe

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•January 20, 20201• Impaired visibility can be a safety hazard while driving. Everything from sun glare to hail can affect a driver’s ability to see the road and navigate it effectively. Before drivers get behind the wheel, they should make note of their local forecast and make a plan for what to do if rain, snow or other conditions make it challenging to drive. The International Association of Traffic and Safety Sciences indicates that, based on an examination of crash test data conducted by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the “likelihood of a crash increases during periods of low … Read More