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Carlinville funeral Doris Turner Jim Allmon

Capitol News Illinois

Misdeeds by Carlinville funeral home director spur legislative proposals

At least 80 families have received wrong remains, according to coroner

CARLINVILLE (Capitol News Illinois) -- The wrong cremains were buried in a national cemetery. Bodies cremated under the wrong name. The wrong ashes returned to families from coast to coast.  An investigation into the mishandling of human remains has affected at least 80 families so far and continues to ripple out from the epicenter, Heinz Funeral Home in Carlinville.   At Camp Butler National Cemetery where 32,000 military veterans are laid to rest, authorities exhumed five graves to remove cremated […]

todayFebruary 14, 2024 68

ECHL Bloomington Bison

Hockey News

Bloomington Bison provides business update

BLOOMINGTON -- In the two weeks following the formal introduction of the team, the Bloomington Bison has made some major strides leading up to its inaugural season later this year. According to a news release from the team Wednesday, the team has received dozens of inquiries about partnership opportunities. Editor's Note: Heartland Newsfeed Radio Network submitted a request to become part of what may become its radio broadcast network. In addition, over 300 resumes for various employment opportunities were received, […]

todayFebruary 8, 2024 93

Macon County Illinois broadband Internet

East Central Illinois Region

Macon County fast-tracking broadband expansion

DECATUR -- Macon County is taking a major step towards bridging the digital divide with a 14-week, fast-track program dedicated to expanding broadband access across the county. In collaboration with Benton Institute, Illinois Soybean Association, and University of Illinois Extension, local leaders will assess the current state of broadband availability and options, learn from successful models in other communities, and engage in an in-depth opportunity analysis to identify the best strategy to move forward. The team leading this work for […]

todayFebruary 7, 2024 79

Blackburn College

Illinois

Blackburn to host winter open house Feb. 20

CARLINVILLE -- Blackburn College will host prospective students and their families for an Open House on Monday, February 20, 2023, beginning at 9:00 a.m. The winter event is designed to be an engaging opportunity for prospective first-year and transfer students to gather important information about the college application process. For students who bring their official transcripts, it may be possible to get an instant admission decision and find out immediately if they can attend Blackburn in the fall. Throughout the […]

todayFebruary 7, 2024 36

Illinois Trump

Capitol News Illinois

Illinois ballot challenge of Trump to move forward

Cook County judge declines to stay case pending U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Colorado case

CHICAGO (Capitol News Illinois) -- A Cook County judge ruled Wednesday that a case seeking to bar former President Donald Trump from the March 19 Republican primary ballot in Illinois will move forward independently of a similar case pending before the U.S. Supreme Court. Following a brief hearing conducted by videoconference, Judge Tracie Porter denied a motion by the Trump campaign to delay the proceedings until after the Supreme Court rules in a similar case from Colorado. She said she […]

todayFebruary 7, 2024 59

Nokomis Central Illinois

Illinois

Nokomis council greenlights loan for sewer project

NOKOMIS -- The Nokomis City Council met for its rescheduled regular session on Monday, Jan. 29. The initial meeting was set for one week prior, but was postponed due to severe winter weather. In public comments, Alex Siefert expressed concerns about the city's pending fees for low-speed electric-powered and gas-powered bicycles. He felt that the fees would pose a hardship for many senior citizens in the community. The ordinance in question, Ordinance 2112, would regulate such bicycles, somewhat similar to […]

todayFebruary 7, 2024 37

Litchfield Ishmael Johnson

Illinois

Doctors donate to Litchfield Health and Rehab

LITCHFIELD -- Litchfield Health and Rehab Center has opened a new on-premises medical office to treat residents. The office was made possible through medical equipment contributions from Dr. Timothy Ishmael and Dr. Phillip Johnson, the 92-bed skilled nursing facility’s co-medical directors. This is a new concept for delivering on-site primary care directly to the residents within Litchfield Health and Rehab, according to Jamie Evans, the facility’s CEO and administrator. The recently completed medical office features a private examination room and […]

todayFebruary 7, 2024 86

vaccine vaccines

Adams County

Adams County Health Department offering seasonal vaccine immunizations

Pneumonia, flu, and RSV the most common this winter

QUINCY — The Adams County Health Department reminds everyone about the peak season of respiratory illnesses. Many respiratory illnesses will be circulating through our community including pneumonia, COVID-19, influenza, and RSV. Residents are encouraged to abide by the following guidelines to stay vigilant in protecting themselves and others against such illnesses: Receive vaccines, if eligible. Vaccines are the best defense against severe illness and death caused by RSV, Influenza, COVID-19, and pneumonia. Wash your hands. Frequent handwashing is an easy […]

todayFebruary 7, 2024 54

Ratermann

Illinois

Ratermann to join Litchfield Family Practice Center

LITCHFIELD -- Cody Ratermann, MD of Damiansville has signed to practice in Litchfield with Litchfield Family Practice Center, LLP beginning early fall 2025. Dr. Ratermann attended Mater Dei Catholic High School, graduating as valedictorian in 2012. From there, he attended Washington University in St. Louis, MO, earning a bachelor’s degree in pre-med anthropology. He also played football while attending Wash U. Dr. Ratermann completed medical school at the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Rockford, which specializes in rural-track […]

todayJanuary 29, 2024 40

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