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LLCC UIS

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LLCC, UIS enhance transfer agreement

SPRINGFIELD — Officials of Lincoln Land Community College (LLCC) and the University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) signed an agreement Wednesday enhancing their partnership to ensure a smooth transition for LLCC students to complete bachelor’s degrees at UIS. The agreement also allows UIS students to utilize reverse transfer credits to complete associate degrees. The agreement enhances advising and coordination of course selection. LLCC graduates transferring to UIS would be admitted as juniors and have the admission application fee waived. They would […]

todayAugust 3, 2022 32

flash flood watch

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Flood watch active in central Illinois

Alert for Cass; Christian; Clark; Clay; Coles; Crawford; Cumberland; Effingham; Fulton; Jasper; Lawrence; Logan; Macon; Mason; Menard; Morgan; Moultrie; Richland; Sangamon; Schuyler; Scott; Shelby (Illinois) Issued by the National Weather Service A Flood Watch was issued July 25 at 2:46 AM CDT by NWS Central Illinois. As showers and thunderstorms develop over the region overnight, abundant moisture will lead to excessive rainfall in some areas. ...FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH TUESDAY MORNING... WHAT... Flash flooding caused by […]

todayJuly 25, 2022 12

Urgent Rent-a-Car Jordan Monroe

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Jordan Monroe indicted for fraud

Urgent Rent-a-Car owner faces charges of insurance fraud

SPRINGFIELD -- The owner of a rental car business with ties to Jacksonville has been indicted by a grand jury in Sangamon County. Urgent Rent-a-Car owner Jordan J. Monroe received his indictment Thursday on charges of insurance fraud, according to WLDS. Charge filings on June 29 report an alleged false claim to the National Interstate Insurance Company in February 2021. Monroe operated an Urgent Rent-a-Car location in Jacksonville at the former Dugan Oil and Tire filling station. However, the location at […]

todayJuly 15, 2022 36

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LLCC to host Workforce and Health Care 101 July 26

Prospective students invited to try out careers

SPRINGFIELD — Lincoln Land Community College (LLCC) will host Workforce and Health Care 101 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, July 26. Individuals in attendance will be able to try out various career training programs. Registration for the free event is available. Hands-on workforce sessions will be also offered in automotive technology, HVAC, construction, and commercial electrical maintenance. In addition, health care sessions will include nursing (RN, LPN, CNA), surgical technology, neurodiagnostic technology, and occupational therapy assistant. The […]

todayJuly 6, 2022 32

Macon Speedway

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Parga, Hancock win big at Macon Firecracker 40’s

MACON -- The annual 95Q/Dynagraphics Firecracker 40s at Macon Speedway lived up to expectations when it came to excitement Saturday night, July 2. Slide job city and plenty of action for the lead, mixed with a little Macon drama, made for a great night for the fans. Fireworks on the track led to fireworks in the sky to celebrate the holiday weekend. BillingsleyRewards.com Modifieds The BillingsleyRewards.com Big 10 Modified class came in with a huge field of 27 cars for […]

todayJuly 4, 2022 26

heat advisory

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Bi-state region again under heat advisory

Expect the remainder of your Independence Day holiday and most of this week to be hot and unbearable in the bi-state region. The National Weather Service in St. Louis has activated a Heat Advisory Sunday afternoon. It will officially be in effect as of noon Monday, July 4. High temperatures and high humidity create hazardous conditions with heat index values between 100 and 105 degrees on Monday. In addition, the heat indexes increase from 105 to 110 on Tuesday and Wednesday. […]

todayJuly 4, 2022 95

heat advisory

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Bi-state region under heat advisory

The bi-state region will be under a heat advisory beginning mid-morning on Monday. Temperatures are to be in the 90s to 100s, with heat indexes in the 110s. The affected regions are in south central, southwest, and west central Illinois. Portions of northeastern Missouri, including the St. Louis metro area, are also impacted. The heat advisory will go into effect beginning at 11 a.m. Monday, June 13. It will remain in effect until 8 p.m. on Wednesday, June 15. The […]

todayJune 12, 2022 28

Illinois community garden

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Illinois community garden seeking gardeners

IDOA garden to open March 13 for 2022 season

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 34

LLCC Linc Williams White

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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 19

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