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Tigers take No. 1 seed into Section 7A playoffs
CHERRY—It’s been quite the year at Cherry High School. The football team competed in the Section 7 Nine-man finals, then the basketball team won the Section 7A title, then took it one step further by winning the State Class A title. Now, the No. 1 seeded Tigers will try to make it three two-straight state tournament appearances when they open play in the Section 7A playoffs, taking on either No....
IVCC EMS Graduates Receive Challenge Coins to Foster Unity and Support Mental Health
Nick Fish, an instructor at Illinois Valley Community College (IVCC), has started a new tradition for his Emergency Medical Services (EMS) trainees. Upon completing their final clinical exam this spring, each graduate received a Challenge Coin. This coin, a symbol of identity and unity, has origins in the military and is now used by various groups to honor service and teamwork.
IVCC Board of Trustees May Update: New Robotic Welding System and Key Personnel Changes
The Board of Trustees at Illinois Valley Community College made key decisions in their May meeting. They approved a $100,400 purchase of a robotic welding system for the college's welding program, funded by a grant from Aidex Corp. of Rossville, Indiana. This system is expected to improve the program's technical training.
IVCC Unveils New Cultural Mural Celebrating Latin American Heritage
A new mural has been installed at Illinois Valley Community College (IVCC), created by the college's Hispanic Leadership Team (HLT) and led by its president, Ariana Benitez. This 13-foot-by-10-foot mural is located near a common student area and features cultural symbols and colors from the past six centuries. It was placed to be visible to graduates and adult learners during commencement ceremonies.
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