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Oblong Chamber Holds “Engraved Brick Fundraiser”
(Undated) — The Oblong Chamber is hosting an “Engraved Brick Fundraiser” to help with planned upgrades to the downtown mini-park. According to the Oblong Chamber, the upgrades will include a stage in the southwest corner of the park, a pavilion overhang on the south border of the park, and a fire pit. The fire pit will be constructed using bricks that have been removed from the “Ma Burton” building that was recently demolished. The patio surrounding the fire pit will be constructed from the engraved bricks purchased through this fundraiser. To learn more about this fundraiser and to order your brick follow the link or stop in at The Village Stitchery, Vault Antiques, or Kilburn Resale.
Three Area Nursing Homes Hit With Fines by IDPH For Violations of the Nursing Home Care Act
An area nursing home has been cited with the “most severe” violation of the Nursing Home Care Act in the Illinois Department of Public Health’s second quarter report on Nursing Home Violations. Jerseyville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center was given a AA citation, which is reserved for nursing...
Local nursing homes cited and fined
The Illinois Department of Public Health announced that it has posted the 2024 Second Quarterly Report of Nursing Home Violations. Five facilities around the state were cited with type “AA” violations of the Nursing Home Care Act during the second quarter of 2024, the most severe type of violation.
Effingham County Animal Shelter announces Code Red
EFFINGHAM, Ill. (WCIA) — The Effingham County Animal Shelter is desperately looking for adopters. Officials said there are zero kennels open, and they have lowered the adoption fees to $75. “We must have adopters to stay a no kill facility” officials wrote on Facebook. The adoption application can be found on the shelter’s Facebook page.
Illinois’ Endangered Species: These Animals Are On The List
If you've ever wondered if an animal on the endangered species list ever gets off that list, the answer is actually yes. I guess I had never given it much thought, but I'll admit to being somewhat surprised to learn that some animal species have actually found themselves deleted from the database of endangered animals because...well...they started doing a lot better (with a lot of help) when it comes to staying alive.
Illinois Peeps, These $10 Bills Could Be Worth More Than Just Face Value
Just when you thought $10 was only $10. Now, whenever you get one, you'll need to look closer. Believe it or not, that seemingly ordinary $10 bill could hold a value of over $100K. It's a fascinating world of currency we're about to delve into. The U.S. Federal Reserve says...
Videos Show Fireball Turn Night into Day Thursday Over Illinois
This was one of the most widely-viewed fireballs of the year so far. Hundreds saw a meteor explode over Illinois and many captured videos of the event that briefly turned night into day over the Land of Lincoln. The American Meteor Society confirms that this fireball appeared over Illinois at...
Hooters Has Suddenly Closed 3 Missouri Locations & 1 in Illinois
This has been one of the most difficult years in recent memory (2020 not withstanding) for food establishments. Hooters is no exception as they have suddenly shut the doors on numerous locations across America including 3 in Missouri and 1 in Illinois. I heard a few weeks ago that Hooters...
Urgent Recall of Fudge Sold in Illinois Due to Dangerous Mold
There are few things more disgusting in life than when you grab what you're expecting to be a delicious food item only to learn that it's been taken over by mold. It's more than just annoying and now there's an urgent recall in Illinois due to fudge that has the potential to be a mold monster.
Taylorville DMV to close for a week amid transformation into a One-Stop-Shop
TAYLORVILLE, Ill. (WICS) — Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias’ office is transforming its Taylorville facility into a and “One-Stop-Shop” design, offering reduced wait times and increased efficiency. The DMV will temporarily close from August 23-29, while renovations take place. During that time, a temporary “pop-up”...
Dogs rescued from Decatur house fire
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND)— Decatur Firefighters gave dogs oxygen through pet masks after putting out a kitchen fire. The fire happened around 6:30 p.m. Thursday in the 1300 block of North Huron. DFD crews say they forced entry and quickly located a small kitchen fire, putting it out in about 20 minutes.
Decatur sees unemployment increase over July 2023
August 22, 2024 – According to data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the Illinois Department of Employment Security (DES). Over-the-year, the unemployment rate increased in all fourteen metropolitan areas for the year ending July 2024, including in Decatur. The not-seasonally adjusted unemployment rate of...
Cameron Jackson named Millikin University’s Dean of Fine Arts
August 22, 2024 -Cameron Jackson has been named Millikin University’s Dean of the College of Fine Arts, effective July 1. Smith oversees the college’s three schools: Music, Theatre & Dance (SOTAD), and Art & Creative Media. Smith replaces Jessa Wilcoxen, who was appointed Interim Dean of the College...
Illinois’ Endangered Species: These Animals Are On The List
If you've ever wondered if an animal on the endangered species list ever gets off that list, the answer is actually yes. I guess I had never given it much thought, but I'll admit to being somewhat surprised to learn that some animal species have actually found themselves deleted from the database of endangered animals because...well...they started doing a lot better (with a lot of help) when it comes to staying alive.
Iowa, Illinois, & Wisconsin Could Soon Experience A ‘Rodent Rampage’ In Their Homes
You may need to charge rent to a few critters before too long. Some of us have had to deal with snakes and bugs in our houses or on our property this summer. And now, one of the best parts of fall is that all of those crawl back into the earth where they belong.
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