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Free colon cancer test kits available at drive-thru event
JACKSONVILLE, Ill. (WICS) — Free colorectal at-home screening tests will be distributed at a drive-thru event at Jacksonville Memorial Hospital. The kits will be distributed from 8 a.m. to noon on Thursday, Aug. 8, in the circle drive at the nonprofit hospital’s main entrance at 1600 W. Walnut St.
Champaign’s Paul Abraham hired as agency’s new administrator
PAXTON — The more that Paul Abraham looked into Ford County as a potential landing spot for his next professional gig, the more he became interested. It did not take long, either. The soon-to-be-34-year-old Champaign resident and native of Effingham and Coles counties was not only immediately attracted to...
IN SEARCH OF MORE SPACE
PAXTON — Just as its search for a new public health administrator was finished, the Ford County Public Health Department officially began a new search — this time, for a bigger office building to rent in Paxton to consolidate its operations under one roof. The board of health...
Big Changes Coming to 23 Illinois Costco Stores in September
The more things change, the more they stay the same. That's actually not true for 23 Costco store locations in Illinois that will be changing in September and I predict many will be unhappy with what's coming. Let me be clear that I'm not business expert and I have no...
Photos Show a Bear is Now Touring Southern Illinois Golf Courses
If you're planning to golf in Illinois soon especially in the southern part of the state, you might want to know that a predator might be watching. Many photos show there's a bear currently touring southern Illinois golf courses. I saw CBS in Chicago share this interesting story about a...
West Central High School’s Addie Seitz Leads Illinois to a Win in the Senior League Softball Regionals
Following an all-state softball season in the spring, West Central High School senior-to-be Addie Seitz is playing summer softball for an Illinois team that is currently participating in the Little League Senior Softball Central Region Tournament in Lexington, Kentucky. Seitz’s team is currently (2-0) and is tied with a team from Ohio as the only undefeated teams left in the 8-team tournament. She pitched a 4-inning perfect game against Kentucky on Wednesday, winning 16-0. Seitz struck out 7 of the 12 batters she faced. Just as she did during the high school season in the spring, Addie helped herself at the plate, as well, going 2-3 with 5 rbis and blasting a home run. Illinois and Ohio meet today for a chance to play for the regional championship game on Friday.
25 Illinois Red Lobsters May Have Just Been Saved from Bankruptcy
The report of Red Lobster's demise may have been a bit premature after all. It appears that 25 Illinois locations may have just been saved from bankruptcy thanks to a sale in the 11th hour. According to Scrape Hero and Red Lobster's official site, there are currently 25 restaurants in...
Festival To Celebrate Famous Illinois Movie Is Back
Illinois cinema fans are excited to celebrate one of the most famous movies ever filmed in our state. One of my favorite movies of all time was filmed right here in Illinois. It's the "Blues Brothers." My dad introduced it to me when I was younger and we watched it all the time. So much so, that my mom recorded over a copy we had on a VHS tape.
2 dead, dozens hospitalized from nationwide listeria outbreak linked to deli meat
There is a nationwide outbreak of listeria linked to sliced deli meats that is part of an ongoing investigation, according to the Centers for Disease Control. The outbreak killed two people, including one from New Jersey, and hospitalized 28 others. Here’s what you need to know about the listeria outbreak...
Scherer-Backed Carbon Capture Law Readies Illinois to Grow New Cutting-Edge Jobs
Commentary: A new law passed by state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, will help position Central Illinois communities to take advantage of cutting edge, job-creating technology. The law, signed by Gov. Pritzker at Richland Community College on Thursday in Decatur, enabling underground storage of carbon dioxide in Illinois—a process known as carbon capture and sequestration (CSS).
Pierce Father-Son Duo Chase Late Model History Together at Upcoming World of Outlaws Crown Jewel Events
FAIRBURY, IL (July 25, 2024) – The Pierce family and Fairbury Speedway’s Prairie Dirt Classic have gone hand-in-hand since Bob Pierce finished second in 1993. Thirty-one years and five PDC wins later, the Illinois native looks to work with his son, 2023 World of Outlaws CASE Construction Equipment Late Models champion Bobby Pierce, to add his name to the list of winners at the Fairbury crown jewel event.
Five Illinois professors recognized as University Scholars
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Five University of Illinois professors at the Urbana-Champaign campus have been named University Scholars in recognition of their excellence in teaching, scholarship and service. The scholars program recognizes faculty excellence and provides $15,000 to each scholar for three years to enhance their academic careers. The money...
Why You Need a Personal Injury Attorney – Spiros Law Explains
CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – When you’re seriously injured, hiring an experienced attorney is essential. Most importantly, having someone on your side to stand up for your rights allows you to focus on your recovery and rest assured your case is progressing. Negotiating a settlement on your own...
Ricky Thornton Jr. Rallies for Castrol® FloRacing Night in America Fairbury Win
Lernerville Speedway’s $20,000-To-Win Event Up Next on August 21. Fairbury, Ill. (July 24, 2024) — Ricky Thornton Jr. rallied late to snare the Castrol® FloRacing Night in America presented by Kubota victory at Fairbury (Ill.) Speedway on Wednesday, July 24. His triumph was worth $20,000 in the...
What to expect from Illinois Volleyball in 2024
The 2024 offseason was a project for Chris Tamas and his staff. After missing out on the NCAA Tournament for the second time in three seasons and a fourth consecutive seventh-place finish in the Big Ten, Illini fans will look forward to a better on-court product at Huff Hall this season.
Good Morning, Illini Nation: Guard options in 2025
Jul. 25—Class of 2025 five-star guard Jasper Johnson cut his list of potential college basketball destinations to five on Wednesday afternoon. Illinois wasn't included. The Illini made a late push for Johnson after Orlando Antigua bounced back to the coaching staff, but getting an official visit from the 6-foot-4 guard out of Lexington, Ky., last month wasn't enough to become a finalist in his ...
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