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Missouri Vandalia

Missouri

Vandalia man killed in two-vehicle accident

LADDONIA, Mo. -- A Vandalia man died in a two-vehicle accident along U.S. Highway 54, roughly a half-mile east of Audrain County Road 448 near Laddonia. According to a report from the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the accident occurred on Friday, Feb. 18 at 12:47 p.m. The report stated that Kevin E. Murray, 34, of Vandalia, lost control of his eastbound 2002 Chevrolet Blazer and crossed over the centerline. The vehicle struck the front of a westbound 2016 Freightliner, driven by […]

todayFebruary 25, 2022 34

Illinois

Illinois

Volatile weather in Illinois to create problematic conditions

SPRINGFIELD -- The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is advising the public that a major storm with heavy rains, flooding, and double-digit snowfalls will create slick conditions, impacting travel across much of the state starting tonight through Thursday. The mixture of precipitation and rapidly changing weather likely will produce the potential for sudden icing on roads, with high winds leading to blowing snow and reduced visibility. “The Illinois Department of Transportation’s snow-and-ice teams will be prepared and out in force," […]

todayFebruary 16, 2022 30

Skyline Chili recall

Consumer Alerts

Morgan Foods recalls Skyline Chili products

[media-credit name="PHOTO COURTESY OF USDA FSIS" align="none" width="677"][/media-credit] WASHINGTON/AUSTIN, Ind. -- Morgan Foods, an Austin, Ind., establishment, is recalling approximately 2,205 pounds of Skyline Chili due to misbranding and undeclared allergens. The announcement comes from a press release Wednesday from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). The product contains milk, wheat, and soy, which are known allergens. There were no declarations on the product label. The cans with chili product labeling may actually contain cream of […]

todayFebruary 16, 2022 296

Illinois community garden

Capital Area Region

Illinois community garden seeking gardeners

SPRINGFIELD -- The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) is seeking individuals or families interested in starting their own garden. IDOA's community garden is in the infield of the Illinois State Fairgrounds grandstand racetrack. It currently features 200 garden plots. Half of the plots are designated for organic gardening. Similarly, the remaining available plots are for non-organic gardening. Moreover, the garden's use can be for raising fruits, vegetables, herbs, and flowers. "We have seen people take an interest in growing their […]

todayFebruary 16, 2022 97

Leto Voudrie

Local

Leto Voudrie, 83, Moweaqua

Leto D. Voudrie, 83, of Moweaqua, died February 15, 2022 in Decatur Memorial Hospital. Leto was born on October 29, 1938 in Mulberry Grove, the son of Clarence and Oneta (Knable) Voudrie. He married Esther Irene Portwood on September 25, 1961 in Moweaqua. She preceded him in death on March 19, 2012. Leto was a retired plumber and also a member of Moweaqua Masonic Lodge #180 A.F.A.M. Surviving Leto is his children Dean (Kathy) of Moweaqua and Sheldon (Lisa) of […]

todayFebruary 16, 2022 24

Viola May Armstrong

Local

Viola Armstrong, 92, Pana

Viola May Armstrong, 92, of Pana, passed away in her home on February 14, 2022 after suffering a stroke. She was born on a farm in Herrick on May 2, 1929 to Willis and Nellie Wirey. She married her husband Jack in August 1950 in Pana, and they raised four children together.   Viola was a librarian at the Carnegie-Schuyler Library for 20 years. She also taught Sunday school at St. Paul Lutheran Church for many years, She was also […]

todayFebruary 16, 2022 910

LLCC Linc Williams White

Capital Area Region

LLCC mascot, homecoming royals announced

SPRINGFIELD -- Lincoln Land Community College (LLCC) debuted a mascot and its 2022 royal court during homecoming games on Saturday, Feb. 12. LLCC’s mascot, Linc, was introduced during halftime of the women’s basketball game. This marks the first time in college history that LLCC has had a mascot. Linc is the Loggers’ No. 1 fan. Additionally, Linc will be a part of college activities around campus and at LLCC Outreach Centers. https://youtu.be/ewKMyicu5P4 The LLCC Homecoming royalty was announced during halftime […]

todayFebruary 15, 2022 62

Mary Ann Hedges

Local

Mary Ann Hedges, 89, Moweaqua

Mary Ann Hedges, 89, of Moweaqua, died February 14, 2022 in Hickory Point Christian Village, Forsyth. Mary Ann was born on February 5, 1933 in Moweaqua, the daughter of Edward and Alice (Thompson) Sanner. She married James E. Hedges on September 17, 1955 in Moweaqua. He preceded her in death on January 16, 2007. Mary Ann was a dedicated member of First United Methodist Church of Moweaqua, serving as a Lay Minister and a spiritual advisor along with other positions […]

todayFebruary 15, 2022 40

Lake Land College

East Central Illinois Region

Lake Land to host Math and Science Open House

MATTOON -- Lake Land College faculty will soon hold their inaugural Math and Science Open House. The event will allow high school juniors and seniors to learn more about the math and science programs at Lake Land. Among them are chemistry, biology, physics, math, geographic information systems (GIS), and pre-engineering. Prospective students and parents will receive tours of campus facilities. They will also get a look at the labs to see and experience the state-of-the-art technology and equipment available. The […]

todayFebruary 15, 2022 21

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