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Illinois Department on Aging tips for winter weather preparedness

Friday, January 13 by Jc Tinsley

To combat the dangers of extreme winter weather, the Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) has compiled a list of tips and signs to look out for to avoid serious safety and health complications. The environmental conditions during winter in Illinois pose a health risk... Read More.

Learn Small Farming Skills from the Comfort of Your Desk this Winter

Thursday, December 15 by Jc Tinsley

Even in the dead of winter, you can learn to raise strawberries, microgreens, and cut flowers. Your fields and gardens may be snowed over, but it is the perfect time to develop your skills in small farming and local food production. University of Illinois... Read More.

WVC announces closings for Winter Break

Monday, December 12 by Jc Tinsley

Wabash Valley College has announced that the College offices will be closed from December 20 through January 2 for Winter Break. Offices will close at noon on Monday, December 19 and will reopen at 7:30 a.m. on January 3, with Spring Semester classes beginning... Read More.

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OCC Baseball Winter Camp Jan. 14

Friday, December 9 by Jc Tinsley

Olney Central College Baseball will host a Winter Camp on Saturday, Jan. 14 at the OCC Gymnasium and Britton’s Bullpen in Olney. Little League and Youth League, ages 6-14, will meet from 9 a.m. to noon. High school students, ages 15-18, will meet from 1... Read More.

Welcome the winter solstice at Cahokia Mounds

Friday, December 9 by Jc Tinsley

The Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site will welcome the winter solstice with a special event at the “Woodhenge” solar calendar. Sun watchers will gather on Sunday, Dec. 18, at 7 a.m. to see dawn break over Woodhenge, a reconstruction of the calendar used when Cahokia... Read More.

Winter and Pets: Red Cross Issues Cold Weather Safety Tips for Our Furry Friends

Tuesday, December 6 by Jc Tinsley

Winter is hard on everyone with its freezing temperatures, snow and ice. The chilly weather can also be difficult for our pets and the American Red Cross has steps people can follow to help ensure their pet’s safety when cold weather hits their area. “Bring... Read More.

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IDOT ‘Tis the Season: Winter Weather – Get it Together

Tuesday, November 29 by Jc Tinsley

As snow and ice season looms over Illinois, the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), Illinois State Police (ISP) and the Illinois Tollway are teaming up to remind motorists to be prepared and remember: “Winter Weather – Get it Together.” By taking steps to prepare... Read More.

Emergency Management Officials, National Weather Service Encourage Winter Preparedness

Wednesday, November 2 by Jc Tinsley

According to the National Weather Service (NWS), Illinois hasn’t had a winter without at least one winter storm in the past century. To help people prepare for potentially dangerous snow, cold and ice this winter, the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA), the NWS and... Read More.

Winter Rendezvous returns to Fort de Chartres Nov. 5-6 with period clothing, music and food

Tuesday, October 25 by Jc Tinsley

Fort de Chartres State Historic Site presents a weekend of colorful clothing, hand-made crafts and delicious food when the annual Winter Rendezvous returns Nov. 5-6. Soldiers, trappers, traders and Native Americans (as portrayed by historic re-enactors) will gather at the rendezvous. They’ll trade goods, buy... Read More.

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IDOT Hiring in Preparation of Winter Weather

Monday, September 26 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Transportation is in the process of hiring temporary help to assist with snow-and-ice removal throughout Illinois this winter. These seasonal employees will be hired on a full-time and an on-call basis. The department's annual "snowbird" program requires employees to promptly respond... Read More.

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Illinois Department on Aging tips for winter weather preparedness

Learn Small Farming Skills from the Comfort of Your Desk this Winter

WVC announces closings for Winter Break

OCC Baseball Winter Camp Jan. 14

Welcome the winter solstice at Cahokia Mounds

Winter and Pets: Red Cross Issues Cold Weather Safety Tips for Our Furry Friends

IDOT ‘Tis the Season: Winter Weather – Get it Together

Emergency Management Officials, National Weather Service Encourage Winter Preparedness

Winter Rendezvous returns to Fort de Chartres Nov. 5-6 with period clothing, music and food

IDOT Hiring in Preparation of Winter Weather

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