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The Nature Institute expands into Early Childhood
The Nature Institute staff love to introduce the natural world to people of all ages. Lately, they have expanded and increased the programs offered for young children. “Meaningful outdoor experiences benefit children and inspire them to love and care for nature. Children who are connected to nature have better health, higher satisfaction with life, and…
Read MoreAttorneys for Sonya Massey’s family call for legislative change
By BETH HUNDSDORFER | Capitol News Illinois Members of Sonya Massey’s family and their attorneys called a news conference Wednesday to push for federal and state legislation in the wake of Massey’s shooting. Civil rights attorney Benjamin Crump called former Sangamon County Sheriff’s Deputy Sean Grayson “a ticking time bomb waiting to explode,” but also…
Read MoreJERSEY: Stella Schultz returns home after successful transplant
By Steven Spencer After a long wait, young Stella Schultz has received her new heart and returned home last week. The community has anxiously been waiting for Stella’s healthy return home while showing their support through prayer, birthday cards, and various fundraising while following her journey through the “A Heart for Stella” Facebook page. Stella’s…
Read MoreStan Sinclair receives Human Rights Service Award at Cans 4 Cars Crus’aide
By Steven Spencer Community generosity and support were on full display at Sinclair Foods Saturday morning with the annual Got Faith? Cans 4 Cars Crus’aide and the Lemonade Stand for Stella. Got Faith? was set up in the parking lot collecting canned goods for the Diane Stumpe Food Pantry with over 40 cars coming for…
Read MoreCity Council approves date for Jerseyville Public Library’s Neighborhood Block Party
By Steven Spencer Several dates were approved for festivities planned by the Jerseyville Public Library during the Tuesday, Aug. 6, Jerseyville City Council meeting. The council approved a request from the library for a special event license application and road closure request for their second annual Neighborhood Block Party scheduled for 4:30 p.m. to 6:30…
Read MoreFree food giveaways at Cross Point Church
With new federal waiver, Illinois expanding Medicaid to nonmedical services
By PETER HANCOCK | Capitol News Illinois Many people enrolled in the state’s Medicaid program will soon be eligible to receive a host of nonmedical services that could improve their overall health, including housing and nutrition assistance, violence prevention services, and services to help them transition out of incarceration. Under a new policy that the…
Read MoreRep. Moeller, Sen. Edly-Allen push new Fentanyl Notification Law to save more lives
A new state law led by State Rep. Anna Moeller and State Sen. Mary Edly-Allen from a west suburban resident aims to help prevent more unnecessary deaths tied to suspected fentanyl usage, by giving law enforcement more tools for investigations. Cort Stevens of Elgin learned in March 2022 of a loophole in state law when…
Read MoreCollections begin for Operation Christmas Child
Local families are preparing for the school year with back-to-school sales and adding more items to their lists for children in need around the world. Shoebox packers are using this time to purchase gifts and essential items to fill Operation Christmas Child shoebox gifts. Children in over 100 countries will be blessed by these gift-filled…
Read MoreLet’s Cook! 8.15.24
I recently spent a few days visiting friends in the Branson, Missouri area and had a delightful time. My friend made this awesome coffee cake and I just had to have the recipe. It is a coffee cake, but she made it for dessert in the evening. We ate it while it was still warm…
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