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Biden to designate national monument at site of Illinois race riot
Biden to designate national monument at site of Illinois race riot. President Biden will designate a national monument this week at the site of racist mob violence in 1908 in Springfield, Ill., the White House confirmed Wednesday. © AP Photo/Evan Vucci. A White House official told The Hill the...
City Of Effingham Announces Boil Order
The City of Effingham has announced a boil order has been issued for the following streets:. North 2nd Street (Both sides of street) from East Roadway Avenue to East Virginia Avenue. East Virginia Avenue (Both sides of the street) from North 1st Street to North 3rd Street. If you have...
EFFINGHAM REGIONAL CAREER ACADEMY (ERCA) 2024 ORIENTATION NIGHT LAST WEEK
(EFFINGHAM) It was last week that the Effingham Regional Career Academy welcomed students and parents to the Lake Land College Kluthe Center for its Fall 2024 Orientation Night, an event open to all enrolled students for the fall semester, as well as those who wanted to learn more about ERCA. Those attending heard about the fall classes available, many of which are dual credit, all to aid high school seniors in pursuing training for high-demand careers in the regional workforce. With the ERCA classes beginning August 19th, next Monday, the 14 area high schools taking part in ERCA include those in Newton, North Clay, Dieterich, Altamont, Beecher City, St. Anthony, Teutopolis, Cumberland, Neoga, Brownstown, St. Elmo, Cowden-Herrick, and Stewardson-Strasburg. More details are available on the erca.us website or check out the ERCA page on Facebook.
NATIONAL APPEAL FOR BLOOD COLLECTIONS ANNOUNCED
(EFFINGHAM) Since last Monday, August 5th, the American Red Cross has been operating on a National Appeal for Blood Collections, mostly because July’s national blood inventory plummeted by more than 25% due to last month’s record setting heat which affected drives in nearly every state where the Red Cross collects blood, not to mention the other typical seasonal obstacles to giving blood, such as vacation travel and summer activities. However, the nationwide demand for blood is still very strong, especially with type O blood supplies at very low levels. As a result, the American Red Cross is strongly encouraging new blood donors to respond while asking past donors to stay vigilant in their blood donating efforts. With the Blood Donation Center in Effingham, giving blood is easy for regional residents as they can go online to schedule a donation appointment at the redcrossblood.org website, or call the BDC toll-free, at 800-733-2767, plus there are various area blood drives as well. A $20 gift card is available for those who give blood, platelets, or AB Elite plasma in August.
Central Illinois Boat Races Return for Thrilling Summer Event This Labor Day Weekend
Central Illinois – The excitement is building as the highly anticipated boat races return to the Kankakee River for a thrilling summer event this Labor Day weekend, running from August 30 to September 1, 2024. This year’s regatta promises a weekend filled with high-speed action, live music, and a variety of activities suitable for the whole family.
Local Sports: Junior High Baseball & Softball Results For Wednesday
Ford To Illinoisans With Older Fords Or Mazdas: Stop Driving Now
It's not every day that you see a major auto manufacturer issuing a "Do Not Drive" warning about their cars, then see a competing car company follow suit with a do not drive warning of its own. Even more unusual is the number of vehicles that are included in the warnings from the two car companies.
Teutopolis Monastery Museum Opening September 1st
Visitors can view more than 30 rooms of the Teutopolis Monastery Museum on Sunday, September 01, 2024. The hours are from 12:30 to 4:00 p.m. We recommend you come early to see the many unique and interesting articles on display. Admission for adults is $5.00 and $1.00 for children. The...
Coles Co. Sheriff warns again of jury duty scam
COLES COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — The Coles County Sheriff’s Office is warning of a common scam tactic going around the community again. Officials said they’ve become aware of Coles County residents being called by someone claiming to be a deputy, stating that the call recipient missed jury duty, and a warrant had been issued for […]
Two-vehicle crash causes traffic back-up on I-74 in Urbana
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — ISP responded to a car crash on eastbound Interstate 74 in Urbana. The crash happened between a 2016 Yellow Dodge Ram and a 2012 Black Honda Civic around 2:40 p.m. Thursday near exit 185 to State Route 130 and University Avenue in Urbana. Police said the right lane was temporarily blocked […]
Nineteen-Year-Old, Multiple Juveniles, Arrested on Unlawful Use of Weapon Charges
THE FOLLOWING IS A DANVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT RELEASE. Danville Police Officers responded to the 1000 block of Franklin around 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday for the report of multiple shots in the area. When officers arrived they located and stopped several subjects in the area who matched descriptions reported by witnesses as being involved in the incident.
Former assistant principal files suit against Champaign school district
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — A former assistant principal in Champaign is suing the school district after she said her rights were violated and she was discriminated against. Rebecca Ramey, former Assistant Principal for Booker T. Washington STEM Academy, filed the lawsuit against the Unit 4 School District on Aug. 13 with the U.S. District Court […]
Wet puppy food needed at Vermilion Co. Animal Shelter
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — The Vermilion County Animal Shelter in Danville is in need of more wet food for their puppies. Shelter staff said donors can drop off food products at their building, located at 14775 Catlin Tilton Road, during their usual hours. After hours, food and other donations can be placed in the black […]
EIU trying to build off 2023 momentum
Aug. 15—CHAMPAIGN — Eastern Illinois has some big games on its future football schedules. None bigger, of course, than next year's trip to Alabama. Playing the Crimson Tide — or any FBS program — helps pay the bills for FCS teams. It's why EIU will also play at Minnesota in 2026, at Illinois in 2027 and at Kentucky in 2028. Guarantee games are a way of life at that level. The Panthers have two ...
Renovated home will help families through tough times in Decatur
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) — Sue Barnhart is proud of her neighborhood and looked on as a recently renovated house across the street was dedicated by city of Decatur and community leaders. “I have a history here and I love this neighborhood, and it’s great to see it get fixed...
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