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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

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

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

Lake Land College

East Central Illinois Region

Lake Land College to host in-person commencement ceremony

MATTOON -- Lake Land College will celebrate with graduates during an in-person commencement ceremony. The ceremony will take place on Friday, May 13, 2022 at 6 p.m. in the Field House. “We are excited to gather together and recognize the accomplishments of our graduates in a traditional in-person commencement,” Lake Land College President Josh Bullock said. This will be the first in-person ceremony the college has held since 2019. “We know this year’s graduates have been through so much during the […]

todayFebruary 11, 2022

Meridian

East Central Illinois Region

Meridian to continue with mask mandates

[media-credit name="CONNOR STEINKAMP PHOTO" align="aligncenter" width="686"][/media-credit] MACON -- While a recent court decision ruled in favor of more than 700 parents, Meridian schools are being steadfast in continuing to comply with the mask mandates and COVID-19 mitigations. Meridian Schools was not a named party in the lawsuit, hence the district's insistence to continue the mandates and mitigations. An appeal is imminent, according to claims from superintendent Andy Pygott. While that process continues, the district will continue with its current policies. […]

todayFebruary 9, 2022

Tammy Deere

Local

Tammy Deere, 58, Tower Hill

Tammy J. Deere, 58, of Tower Hill passed away Sunday, January 30, 2022 in Memorial Medical Center, Springfield. She was born November 13, 1963 in Shelbyville, to James “Hap” Gullidge and Roberta J. (Cole) Wallace.  Tammy married Daniel Deere on December 22, 1992 in Pana, and he survives. Tammy was a graduate of Pana High School, Class of 1981 and the Decatur School of Practical Nursing.  She had worked as a nurse for the Pana School District for 26 years. […]

todayFebruary 2, 2022

Nokomis Newkomis

East Central Illinois Region

Nokomis seeks new police chief

NOKOMIS -- The Nokomis City Council met in a special session on Thursday, Jan. 27 with the intent of hiring a new police chief. All commissioners were present with the exception of Michael Glenn. The session immediately went to executive session after mayor Michael Holliday called the meeting to order. The meeting later returned to regular session announcing the position is being offered to Talon Burton. The offer is pending acceptance, which includes the terms of the contract. Upon contract approval, […]

todayFebruary 2, 2022

Delores Stolte

Local

Delores Stolte, 83, Nokomis

Delores May Stolte, 83, of Nokomis, died on Sunday, Jan. 30, 2022, at Taylorville Memorial Hospital. She was born on Dec. 9, 1938, in Nokomis to John and Grace (Altevogt) Stolte.  Delores Stolte She went to Nokomis schools. A long-time member of First Baptist Church in Nokomis, she cleaned houses, did the ironing, and babysat for lots of family members. A loving and caring woman who will be missed by many, she would enjoy watching Randy Orton on wrestling and Days […]

todayJanuary 31, 2022

Bruce Fenton Sr.

Local

Bruce E. Fenton Sr., 75, Hillsboro

Bruce Edward Fenton Sr., 75, of Hillsboro passed away on Saturday, January 29, 2022, at Hillsboro Rehabilitation & Health Care Center. Bruce was born February 20, 1946 in St. Louis County, MO to the late Willis Alva and Viola Louise (Hicks) Fenton. He married Linda Lee Friesland, and they later divorced. He then married Barbara Ann (Morrell) Whitlow on October 10, 1987, in Hillsboro. She preceded him in death on May 12, 2020. Bruce had worked as a school custodian […]

todayJanuary 31, 2022

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