Recent Obituaries: Linda Taylor
Linda Taylor Linda K. Taylor, 75, of Bethany, passed away at 6:46 a.m. Friday August 14, 2020 at Decatur Memorial Hospital, Decatur. Graveside services will be 11:30 a.m. Wednesday in the Marrowbone Township Cemetery, Bethany with Pastor Ron Otto officiating. Visitation will be from 10 – 11 a.m. Wednesday in the Reed Funeral Home, Sullivan. Memorials are suggested to a charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family atreedfuneralhome.net. Please wear a face mask and observe social distancing at the visitation. Linda was born February 28, 1945 in Springfield, the daughter of Joseph Parker, Jr … Read More
14 Illinois Counties at Warning Level for Coronavirus Disease
•August 14, 2020• SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today reported 14 counties in Illinois are considered to be at a warning level for novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19). A county enters a warning level when two or more COVID-19 risk indicators that measure the amount of COVID-19 increase. Fourteen counties are currently reported at a warning level – Bureau, Cass, Clinton, Franklin, Greene, Grundy, Hancock, Jefferson, Kane, LaSalle, Moultrie, Perry, Union, Will. These counties saw cases or outbreaks associated with weddings, businesses, birthday parties, long-term care facilities and other congregate settings, bars, sports camps, and spread among … Read More
27 New Positive COVID-19 Cases in Moultrie County
20 in a Long Term Care Facility •August 12, 2020• The Moultrie County Health Department (MCHD) has confirmed 27 positive cases of the novel coronavirus-2019 (COVID-19). Of this total, 20 individuals are associated with the Sullivan Rehabilitation and Health Care Center (SRHCC), located in Sullivan, Illinois. These individuals who reside in Moultrie County include one staff member and 19 residents of the facility. They range in age from 20-80 years, and five are currently hospitalized. The other seven individuals are unrelated to the long term care facility and range in age from one to 60 years. All are isolated at … Read More
Pritzker Announces Launch of Housing Assistance Programs
Calls it largest pandemic-related housing stability program in the nation •August 12, 2020• By Peter Hancock Capitol News Illinois SPRINGFIELD – Gov. JB Pritzker on Monday announced a pair of housing assistance programs aimed at helping lower-income households meet their rent and mortgage payments during the pandemic. “The economic pain brought on by COVID-19 has impacted every Illinoisan, but no one has carried a burden larger than those least able to weather a financial hardship,” Pritzker said during an announcement in Chicago. “Every action that we take to pave our way through this crisis and beyond must be done with … Read More
Menu 8-13-2020
Senior Peace Meal For additional information or for reservations, please call 1-800-543-1770 Monday, August 17 – Pork Burger Sandwich, Midori Blend Vegetables, Harvard Beets, Bun, Apple Slices Tuesday, August 18 – Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes w/Gravy, Brussels sprouts, Texas Toast, Water Melon Wednesday, August 19 – Turkey Salad w/Grapes, Cucumber/Onion salad, Fruit Cocktail, Dinner Roll, Strawberry Oatmeal Bar Thursday, August 20 – Riblet, Seasoned Black-Eyed Peas, Vegetable Pasta Salad, Bun, Warm Fruit Cobbler Friday, August 21 – Beef and Noodles, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Cinnamon Carrots, Whole Grain Wheat (1), Melon Salad … Read More
Millikin University Spring 2020 Dean’s List
•August 12, 2020• Millikin University is pleased to announce the names of the outstanding undergraduates who have been named to the Dean’s List for the spring 2020 semester. Students who attempt 12 graded credits during a fall or spring semester and earn a grade point average of 3.5 or higher earn Dean’s List honors. Students earning a perfect 4.00 grade point average on 12 graded credits attempted earn High Dean’s List honors. … Read More
The Benefits of a New Approach to Learning
•August 12, 2020• The validity of the adage “necessity is the mother of invention” was on full display during the COVID-19 outbreak. People quickly had to learn to adapt to a new way of life, including an educational system that was transformed dramatically by social distancing guidelines. More than 76 million students are enrolled in United States schools, per the latest Census Bureau information. In 2018, 2.12 million students were in Canadian postsecondary institutions alone. In a matter of days, millions of students who once attended classes in-person were forced to transition to virtual learning instruction. The process showed just … Read More
IHSA in Need of Officials
•August 12, 2020• Even before the Covid-19 pandemic, the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) struggled to find enough officials for each sporting event. The large majority of officials are older, and younger officials have not been signing up at the rate needed to fill every IHSA event throughout the season. Now, the pandemic has made the IHSA’s task even more difficult. IHSA Assistant Executive Director Sam Knox is responsible for football, wrestling, baseball in the officials department and has been actively recruiting officials via high school and college officiating classes, social media platforms and local official associations with members who … Read More
Face Your Older Years with Confidence
•August 12, 2020• Submitted by University of Illinois Extension Age may just be a number, but 2020 is putting that statement to the test. University of Illinois Extension educators offer suggestions for handling the physical and emotional challenges of aging, especially in light of the current health challenges. “Now more than ever, we could all use encouragement and practical ways to slow down and enjoy the art of healthy aging,” says Karla Belzer, Extension family life educator. “Throughout September, learn ways to face aging with confidence and positivity in a free online webinar series.” Discover Healthy Aging begins Sept. 3 … Read More