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SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health today announced 128 new cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) across Illinois. Two additional counties are now reporting cases; Kendall and Madison counties. An additional 20 individuals at the long-term care facility in DuPage County experiencing an outbreak have tested positive, bringing the
Notice: Bishop Paprocki has suspended all Public Masses and celebration of sacraments. Priests will offer private Masses and offer the other sacraments (Anointing of the Sick, Penance, Holy Communion) to individuals as needed and celebrations of Baptisms and Marriages only for immediate families and Godparents and official witnesses). Also funeral
Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity Impact Form for Businesses https://form.jotform.com/200717156003039 Illinois Department of Employment Security FAQ’s for COVID-19 and Unemployment Benefits https://www2.illinois.gov/ides/Pages/COVID-19-and-Unemployment-Benefits.aspx Small Business Administration Guide for Impacted Businesses https://www.sba.gov/page/guidance-businesses-employers-plan-respond-coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19, Help the State Identify Impacted Businesses: https://form.jotform.com/200717156003039 The Coronavirus: How Employers Can Manage the Outbreak (Webinar) http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07egyfgedb521770e7&llr=omjkt4dab
(NEWTON, Illinois — March 18, 2020) Due to new CDC guidelines regarding public gatherings during the COVID-19 outbreak, the Eagle for Life Foundation Advisory Committee has decided to postpone the 2020 Eagle for Life Day of Giving. The committee will reschedule the event once the CDC restrictions are lifted. “We
March 13, 2020 Doug Bugger For Immediate Release (618) 288-7190 Shimkus Calls High School Artists to Enter Congressional Contest WASHINGTON – Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) has issued a call for high school artists to showcase their talent by entering the 2020 Congressional Art Competition. The contest is open to
Chapter FN of the P.E.O. Sisterhood met March 10 at the First Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall. New officers for the 20-21 year were installed. Pictured is President Beth Mammoser, Vice President Michelle Stone, Recording Secretary Katina Roth, Treasurer Jan Klier and Chaplain Renee Hartigan. Dolores Barni is pictured with Lowelle
The 2020 IAHCE Conference at Thelma Keller Convention Center in Effingham, IL was enjoyed by all!! Thank you, Pat Hildebrand and Ashley Davis, for planning an awesome conference for all the HCE members from Illinois!!! Jasper County won the 2020 “COUNTY OF THE YEAR” (75 members and under) and Highest
Out of an abundance of caution, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital has regretfully decided to cancel the following events. In consultation with the Effingham County Health Department, this decision is being made to best ensure the health and wellbeing of our community. • HSHS St. Anthony’s Foundation’s Butterfly Ball scheduled
Shirley Sue “Susie” Macon, age 62 March 28, 1957 – March 8, 2020 Shirley Sue “Susie” Macon, age 62, of Newton, Illinois, and formerly of Springdale, Arkansas, passed away at 4:14 PM – Sunday, March 8, 2020, at her home. Services celebrating Susie’s life will be held at 1:00 PM
Jasper County Board March 12, 2020 The County Board met in regular session on Thursday, March 12, 2020. Members present were Bollman, Leffler, Fehrenbacher, Hall, Heltsley, Hickox, Kerner, Pickens, Warfel, Michl, Swick and Weddell. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm by proclamation according to law by Sheriff