Wet 4th of July: Taylorville Fireworks Postponed
7/04/2009
(Taylorville) The Optimist Club in Taylorville has informed regional radio that all 4th of July festivities, including fireworks, at Lake Taylorville have been postponed. All events that were scheduled for today will take place Sunday (July 5th).
Shelbyville 4th of July Activities Postponed
7/04/2009
(Shelbyville) Due to weather, all 4th of July activities (including fireworks) in Shelbyville have been postponed and rescheduled for tomorrow. The activities will kick off Sunday at 11:45 am.
Taylorville Parade Postponed
7/04/2009
(Taylorville) Due to rain in the forecast, the Taylorville 4th of July parade has been rescheduled for Sunday at 1 o'clock.
Taylorville Says NO To Fireworks
7/03/2009
As we celebrate the birth of our nation, the Taylorville Fire Department wants to remind partygoers that setting off Fireworks in the city is ILLEGAL, and permits will not be granted for people to do so.
Fire Chief Jeff Hackney says that the State Fire Marshall has laid out guidelines that requires training for people to have fireworks granted to them, but the city has adopted a policy to simply not offer the classes, and not grant permits.
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Hackney says that the new rules were put in place largely to offset the large number of injuries attributed to private fireworks shows each year.
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Hackney has some tips for people who plan to set off fireworks on the 4th, outside of the city of Taylorville.
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Hackney says that police will generally respond to any complaints of fireworks being set off, he says they can issue citations for any violations at their discretion.
Fire Chief Jeff Hackney says that the State Fire Marshall has laid out guidelines that requires training for people to have fireworks granted to them, but the city has adopted a policy to simply not offer the classes, and not grant permits.
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Hackney says that the new rules were put in place largely to offset the large number of injuries attributed to private fireworks shows each year.
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Hackney has some tips for people who plan to set off fireworks on the 4th, outside of the city of Taylorville.
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Hackney says that police will generally respond to any complaints of fireworks being set off, he says they can issue citations for any violations at their discretion.
Celebrate Independennce Day With These Activities
7/03/2009
Festivities will abound across Central Illinois this weekend as we celebrate Independence Day. Locally, the Taylorville Optimist Club will once again sponsor the fourth of July celebration at Lake Taylorville Marina. There is no entry fee for the event, which begins at 2 o’clock, but donations will be accepted. Optimist Steve Turner explains the day will be chock full of activities leading up to the ginormous fireworks show at Kiwanis Park at Dusk.
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Down the road in Pana, two days filled with fun activities are scheduled for (Friday and Saturday) downtown. Alice Alde (All-DEE) of the Pana Chamber of Commerce runs down the docket.
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Shelbyville’s holiday festivities also feature a two-day celebration. The Shelbyville Dairy Queen will host a pork chop dinner at Forest Park starting at 4pm on Friday. In addition, folks can check out the 50’s-50’s car cruise, and Elvis tribute artist, and the little Miss and Mister Firecracker Pageant. As Jenny Case with the Shelbyville DQ explains, they be back at it bright and early Saturday.
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Other area communities hosting Fourth of July Celebrations include Raymond and Rochester.
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Down the road in Pana, two days filled with fun activities are scheduled for (Friday and Saturday) downtown. Alice Alde (All-DEE) of the Pana Chamber of Commerce runs down the docket.
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Shelbyville’s holiday festivities also feature a two-day celebration. The Shelbyville Dairy Queen will host a pork chop dinner at Forest Park starting at 4pm on Friday. In addition, folks can check out the 50’s-50’s car cruise, and Elvis tribute artist, and the little Miss and Mister Firecracker Pageant. As Jenny Case with the Shelbyville DQ explains, they be back at it bright and early Saturday.
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Other area communities hosting Fourth of July Celebrations include Raymond and Rochester.
Rep Shimkus Gives Money To Shelby County
7/03/2009
Congressman John Shimkus was in Shelbyville Thursday for a check presentation ceremony, after securing a more than 280 thousand dollar grant for Shelby County to improve Communications equipment. Shimkus says that many rural parts of central Illinois are still not able to receive adequate cell phone and two- way radio communication. He says he hopes the funds will ease the communication process for first responders and emergency personnel.
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Shimkus explains the funding was secured as part of the ‘Omnibus’ bill, just as the previous fiscal year expired.
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Shimkus also made stops in Effingham, Newton and Olney during a tour of his district Thursday.
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Shimkus explains the funding was secured as part of the ‘Omnibus’ bill, just as the previous fiscal year expired.
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Shimkus also made stops in Effingham, Newton and Olney during a tour of his district Thursday.
Roadside Safety Checks Coming To An Area Near You
7/03/2009
The ‘You Drink, You Drive, You Lose’ campaign is underway just in time for the Fourth of July holiday…with a special emphasis on late night drunk drivers.
Experts are looking not just at the number of drunk drivers out on the roads…but when they are mostly likely to get into accidents. State Traffic Safety Director Mike Stout says midnight through six a-m is the deadliest time of day.
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That’s why police will be staging extra roadside safety checks and beef up patrols through the holiday weekend. They will be especially looking for drunk drivers, speeders, and those not wearing their seat belt.
Experts are looking not just at the number of drunk drivers out on the roads…but when they are mostly likely to get into accidents. State Traffic Safety Director Mike Stout says midnight through six a-m is the deadliest time of day.
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That’s why police will be staging extra roadside safety checks and beef up patrols through the holiday weekend. They will be especially looking for drunk drivers, speeders, and those not wearing their seat belt.
If You Drink And Boat You Could Get Soaked
7/03/2009
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is reminding boaters to play it safe out on the water this holiday weekend.
For starters, DNR spokesperson Chris McCloud says you should really wear a life jacket. In fact, for some, it’s the law.
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Mccloud reminds that at least one person on board needs to serve as the designated driver. Illinois has drunk driving laws for boaters, much like those that apply to vehicles.
For starters, DNR spokesperson Chris McCloud says you should really wear a life jacket. In fact, for some, it’s the law.
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Mccloud reminds that at least one person on board needs to serve as the designated driver. Illinois has drunk driving laws for boaters, much like those that apply to vehicles.
Flider Fights For Four Lanes On 29
7/03/2009
–State Rep. Bob Flider urged Governor Quinn to give the state a much need economic shot-in-the arm by taking action on the $29 billion statewide capital construction program that includes the widening of Route 29 from 2 lanes to four. House Bills 255, 312 and 2400, which comprise separate legislative components of the $29 billion statewide capital construction program arrived on the Governor’s desk Tuesday. The bills would provide funding for new development projects that will fix Illinois’ roads, bridges and transit system and in doing so will creates thousands of high paying jobs for Illinois workers.
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House Bills 255, 312 and 2400 collectively form a capital construction package which includes the largest funding authorization for capital projects in Illinois’ history and the funding mechanisms to pay for this program. All three bills have been sent to the Governor and are awaiting his approval
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House Bills 255, 312 and 2400 collectively form a capital construction package which includes the largest funding authorization for capital projects in Illinois’ history and the funding mechanisms to pay for this program. All three bills have been sent to the Governor and are awaiting his approval
Real Estate Taxes Due July 17th
7/02/2009
The Christian County Treasurer’s Office wants to remind homeowners that the first installment of Real Estate Taxes are coming due. The forms were mailed out last month and the first payment is due Friday July 17th, with the second installment coming due September 17th. Christian County Treasurer Colleen Hadley says its uber important to make sure that all of the information on your statement is correct.
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Hadley explains that penalties will go into effect the first business day following the due date.
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Two internet options are now being accepted and one phone payment system. If you experience any problems with receiving an incorrect statement or if you don’t receive one contact the Treasurer’s office immediately at 824-4889.
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Hadley explains that penalties will go into effect the first business day following the due date.
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Two internet options are now being accepted and one phone payment system. If you experience any problems with receiving an incorrect statement or if you don’t receive one contact the Treasurer’s office immediately at 824-4889.
Anderson Prairie Visitors Center Open In Pana
7/02/2009
The newly-established living museum and visitors center at Oak Street Station in Pana will now serve as a starting point for visitors and school field trips touring the many attractions at Anderson Prairie including the Tallgrass Butterfly House, Guided wildflower walks, Bird watching, hiking, and many other nature activities. Pana School’s Biology teacher and site manager Dave Nance says the new visitors center will give folks a place to learn the ecology of the Prairie and the rich history of Pana.
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Nance says one of the centerpieces of Anderson Prairie is the Tallgrass Butterfly House, which is the only butterfly house in the area that display only local species of butterflies and moths reproducing in their native habitat.
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Anderson Prairie is located at 38 Oak Street in Pana. The Visitor center will serve food and have a gift shop along with the other activities.
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Nance says one of the centerpieces of Anderson Prairie is the Tallgrass Butterfly House, which is the only butterfly house in the area that display only local species of butterflies and moths reproducing in their native habitat.
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Anderson Prairie is located at 38 Oak Street in Pana. The Visitor center will serve food and have a gift shop along with the other activities.
GTCC Welcomes Consignment Boutique
7/02/2009
The Greater Taylorville Chamber of Commerce welcomed it’s newest business to town with a ribbon cutting Wednesday. Bokevos Consignment Boutique opened its doors for business following the ceremony and features upscale women’s clothing and home décor products. Owner Jamie Tennant says she the community is encouraged to bring their gently used products in for consignment.
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Tennant explains how she came up with the concept of bringing Bokevos to town.
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Bokevos Consignment Boutique is located at 216 S. Main Street in Taylorville.
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Tennant explains how she came up with the concept of bringing Bokevos to town.
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Bokevos Consignment Boutique is located at 216 S. Main Street in Taylorville.
Crop Report: Hot Week Jumpstarts Growth
7/02/2009
Temperatures averaged seven degrees above normal across Illinois helped jump-start crop progress Last week. But as USDA Chief Crop Statistician Brad Schwab tells us in this week’s crop report, corn is still significantly shorter than the five-year average.
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Brad Schwab reporting. Tune in for weekly crop reports from the Illinois field office during Regional Radio Newscasts through harvest in early November.
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Brad Schwab reporting. Tune in for weekly crop reports from the Illinois field office during Regional Radio Newscasts through harvest in early November.
Autopsy Released On Drowned Swimmer
7/01/2009
The autopsy is complete on 17 year old Koty Cook, who died Monday evening while swimming in Lake Taylorville. Christian County Coroner Amy Winans says preliminary results show that Mr. Cook died from asphyxiation due to drowning. Winans says toxicology results will be available in a few weeks. Cook was pronounced dead at Taylorville Memorial Hospital Monday after being pulled from the water when he reportedly swam out past a roped off area. There were no lifeguards on duty but signs are posted at the lake’s beach urging caution to swimmers. The family of Koty Cook is being served by Shafer-Perfetti Funeral Home, Taylorville.
Rockies Express Flips Switch On Compressor Facility
7/01/2009
Rockies Express Pipeline Officials fired up of the engines at the pipleline's Blue Mound Compressor facility Tuesday. The switch on the engines was flipped, following the beginning of service of natural gas through the local portion of the pipeline this week. Rockies Express spokesperson Allen Fore says the 60 million dollar compressor station will pressurize the natural gas extracted from the Rocky Mountains to heat homes and provide electricity along the 1600 mile plus mile pipeline that will stretch all the way from the Rockie’s to western Ohio.
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Compressor station Chief Inspector Garvin Suggs says that in addition to pressurizing the gas, it will also clean and dehydrate it, making it more efficient.
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The Blue Mound Compressor facility will provide about 10 permanent full time jobs for the area. The completion of the remaining portion of the pipeline is expected to be online by this fall. Rockies Expess officials says crews will finish up restoration of the land used for the installation of the pipeline locally by this summer.
Ag. Experts Abound At Dudley Smith Field Day
7/01/2009
Grazing costs was the main focus of this years Dudley Smith Farm Cow Calf field day held (Tuesday) at the Dudley Smith Farm between Taylorville and Pana. Among the speakers at the annual event was Retired UI Extension Animal Systems Educator Ed Ballard, who discussed 2008’s grazing results for cool season grass.
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Another presenter was Dr. Garry Lacefield, who made the trip up from Kentucky where he serves as the University of Kentucky’s Plant and Soil Scientist. Dr. Lacefield’s presentation was entitled ‘Selecting and Managing Forages to Complement Your Rotational Grazing Program.”
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Other speakers included U of I Department of Animal Sciences Visiting Assistant Professor Dr. Dan Shike, and U of I Crop Services, doctoral candidate Mike Vincent. The Cow-Calf Field day finished up with a tour of other Dudley Smith Initiative projects going on at the Dudley-Smith Farm.
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Another presenter was Dr. Garry Lacefield, who made the trip up from Kentucky where he serves as the University of Kentucky’s Plant and Soil Scientist. Dr. Lacefield’s presentation was entitled ‘Selecting and Managing Forages to Complement Your Rotational Grazing Program.”
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Other speakers included U of I Department of Animal Sciences Visiting Assistant Professor Dr. Dan Shike, and U of I Crop Services, doctoral candidate Mike Vincent. The Cow-Calf Field day finished up with a tour of other Dudley Smith Initiative projects going on at the Dudley-Smith Farm.
Kiwanis Hear From Pana Hospital Officials
7/01/2009
This week’s Kiwanis Club Program program was presented by Missy Rybolt, Marketing Coordinator, and Nancy Alexander, Health & Wellness Coordinator representing Pana Community Hospital. They gave a report on the new 11,740 sq. ft. Rehab/Wellness Center being added to the hospital. It will allow them to
enhance physical, occupational & speech therapy as well as physical, cardiac
and pulmonary rehabilitation. One of the significant additions will be
aquatic therapy. Their vision is for people to continue to attend the wellness
center after they complete their treatment. They will also offer programs
for kids as well as a smoking cessation program. The target date for opening
is September of this year. Rybolt said Dr. Molly Beyers was a driving
force in bringing the center to fruition.
They was one guest in attendance at today’s meeting.
Treasurer Dan Sneed acknowledged contributions from Joe Antal of Landmark
Chevrolet, Buick, Cadillac and Bill German of New Wave Communications
for the Kiwanis Park Restroom project.
“Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing
the world one child and one community at a time.”
For the latest news on Kiwanis you can log onto their website at www.taylorvillekiwanis.com.
Taylorville Kiwanis Club meets each Tuesday at noon in the Taylorville Memorial Hospital auditorium. If you would like more information about joining Kiwanis contact Fred Ronnow at 824-4919.
SIU Medical Feature: Fireworks Pose Fun; Danger
7/01/2009
Thousands of people go to hospital emergency rooms with injuries from fireworks each year. Most of these injuries occur around the Fourth of July.
Fireworks and celebrations go together, especially this time of year. But fireworks can be dangerous, causing serious injuries if proper precautions are not taken. Dr. Elvin Zook, professor of plastic and reconstructive surgery at SIU School of Medicine in Springfield, explains the most common injuries from fireworks.
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Dr. Zook says all fireworks should be displayed at a distance – most injuries occur when people get too close. He recommends some safety precautions when using fireworks.
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If anyone is injured by fireworks, they should go to a hospital emergency room as quickly as possible.
Fireworks and celebrations go together, especially this time of year. But fireworks can be dangerous, causing serious injuries if proper precautions are not taken. Dr. Elvin Zook, professor of plastic and reconstructive surgery at SIU School of Medicine in Springfield, explains the most common injuries from fireworks.
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Dr. Zook says all fireworks should be displayed at a distance – most injuries occur when people get too close. He recommends some safety precautions when using fireworks.
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If anyone is injured by fireworks, they should go to a hospital emergency room as quickly as possible.
Master Gardeners In the Midst of 'Telenet' Series
7/01/2009
The Master Gardeners’ summer ‘telenet series’ is under way at the Christian County U of I extension. In case you missed yesterday’s (Tuesday) ‘Don’t Blame the plant: Abiotic Disorders’ program, master gardener Gwen Podeschi says you have another opportunity to attend tomorrow (Thursday).
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What is the telenet series? What do the programs consist of? Gwen Podeschi answers those questions.
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Again, for more information on the telenet series, call 287-7246.
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What is the telenet series? What do the programs consist of? Gwen Podeschi answers those questions.
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Again, for more information on the telenet series, call 287-7246.
Experts Forecast A Drop In Driving Over Holiday Weekend
7/01/2009
Triple-A is forecasting a nearly two-percent reduction in auto travel this holiday weekend. That's not much in comparison to the ten-and-a-half-percent reduction in car travel last year, but it's not exactly good news for the travel industry either, since the Fourth of July is typically the busiest time of the year in terms of car travel. Triple-A spokesman Geoff Sundstrom says there is a silver lining in this gloomy forecast.
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Most Americans -- about 88 percent -- travel by automobile for their summer vacations, but an untimely spike in gas prices and the weak economy are keeping some of them at home.
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Most Americans -- about 88 percent -- travel by automobile for their summer vacations, but an untimely spike in gas prices and the weak economy are keeping some of them at home.
UPDATE: Lake Taylorville Drowning Victim Identified
6/30/2009
(Taylorville) The 17-year-old drowning victim that was pulled from Lake Taylorville Monday afternoon has been identified as Koty A. Cook of Taylorville. According to Taylorville Police, witnesses say Cook and another person swam beyond a roped off area at the Lake’s beach when he went under water. Police say attempts to assist Cook were unsuccessful, and he was pulled from the water by emergency personnel just after 4:30 and taken to Taylorville Memorial Hospital where he was pronounced dead. There are no lifeguards on duty at the lake, but there are signs posted urging caution to swimmers. An autopsy is scheduled for today at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield. The incident remains under investigation by the Taylorville Police Department.
Springfield Clinic Construction Completion Targeted For End Of July
6/30/2009
Taylorville Memorial Hospital officials say they expect the construction of the new Springfield Clinic on the campus of TMH to be completed sometime in late July. Construction on the project began just about a year ago, and once completed, will facilitate physicians from outside of Taylorville practicing in the area. TMH CEO Dan Raab explains that once the facility is completed, physicians could begin practicing as early as sometime in August.
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Raab says crews are currently putting the finishing touches on the interior of the 40 thousand square foot, 12 million dollar facility.
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Once the Springfield Clinic is complete, hospital officials hope to proceed with the construction of a new outpatient services facility, which is currently in its planning stages.
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Hospital officials estimate the Springfield Clinic will create between 40 and 60 new permanent jobs in Taylorville.
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Raab says crews are currently putting the finishing touches on the interior of the 40 thousand square foot, 12 million dollar facility.
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Once the Springfield Clinic is complete, hospital officials hope to proceed with the construction of a new outpatient services facility, which is currently in its planning stages.
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Hospital officials estimate the Springfield Clinic will create between 40 and 60 new permanent jobs in Taylorville.
The Final Countdown: Christian County Fair Kicks Off July 7th
6/30/2009
After the smoke clears from all the fireworks this 4th of July weekend, the 86th Annual Christian County Fair will prepare to open up its gates. The weeklong event kicks off next Tuesday at 8 AM, and wraps up on Sunday at 6:30 pm. Ron Flemming, of the Christian County fair board, highlights some of the main attractions.
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Flemming says on top of a newly implemented 4-wheeler race on Saturday, there will be plenty of other exciting activities throughout the week.
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Flemming says that each and every one of the 30 members of the fair board played a crucial role in planning the fair. He adds that ‘all systems are a go’ for next Tuesday.
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For more information on this year’s Christian County Fair, including a schedule of all events, visit the website christiancountyfair.com.
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Flemming says on top of a newly implemented 4-wheeler race on Saturday, there will be plenty of other exciting activities throughout the week.
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Flemming says that each and every one of the 30 members of the fair board played a crucial role in planning the fair. He adds that ‘all systems are a go’ for next Tuesday.
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For more information on this year’s Christian County Fair, including a schedule of all events, visit the website christiancountyfair.com.
House Bails Out Illinois Social Services For Now
6/30/2009
The Illinois house has passed legislation to help prevent cuts to some social service programs.
House lawmakers approved short term borrowing to make payments to the state’s pension systems. Representative Kevin McCarthy of Orland Park says that should free up about two billion dollars.
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Representative Roger Eddy of Hutsonville says this in no way ends the state’s budget woes.
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This is only a small piece of the budget puzzle, and it still must be approved by the senate and the governor. The new fiscal year begins Wednesday, and there is currently no budget in place to take effect when the clock strikes midnight.
House lawmakers approved short term borrowing to make payments to the state’s pension systems. Representative Kevin McCarthy of Orland Park says that should free up about two billion dollars.
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Representative Roger Eddy of Hutsonville says this in no way ends the state’s budget woes.
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This is only a small piece of the budget puzzle, and it still must be approved by the senate and the governor. The new fiscal year begins Wednesday, and there is currently no budget in place to take effect when the clock strikes midnight.
You Ougta Be In Pictures: I-DOT Cracking Down On Workzone Speeders
6/30/2009
The Illinois Department of Transportation is urging drivers to slow down in construction zones this summer.
You may have received an email lately, warning about photo enforcement at construction zones in Illinois that could mean huge fines for drivers speeding even just a little bit. IDOT spokesperson Paris Ervin says it isn’t a new law, and that cameras will be ready to take your picture if you’re driving too fast.
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Five photo enforcement vans will be posted at work zone sites around the state this summer, although plenty of warning will be given to drivers to slow down.
You may have received an email lately, warning about photo enforcement at construction zones in Illinois that could mean huge fines for drivers speeding even just a little bit. IDOT spokesperson Paris Ervin says it isn’t a new law, and that cameras will be ready to take your picture if you’re driving too fast.
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Five photo enforcement vans will be posted at work zone sites around the state this summer, although plenty of warning will be given to drivers to slow down.
Gas Expected To Begin Flowing Into 'Rockies' Pipeline Today
6/29/2009
Natural gas is expected to begin flowing into the Rockies Express Pipeline in Illinois today (Monday). It’s been a rocky process as of late for Rockies Express; flooding along the Wabash River in April (on the Illinois/Indiana border) caused officials to delay the delivery date of natural gas. With the setbacks now in the rearview mirror, Rockies Express Spokesperson Allen Fore says he’s excited to have natural gas finally flowing through Illinois.
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Even though the pipeline will begin flowing, construction is not complete until site restoration is finished. Fore says the restoration project will continue on throughout the summer.
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Officials anticipate site restoration will be completed in August or September.
The 16 hundred-mile pipeline, which runs through the heart of central Illinois from Ohio all the way to Colorado, is expected to bring enough natural gas to the area to heat upwards of 4 million homes.
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Even though the pipeline will begin flowing, construction is not complete until site restoration is finished. Fore says the restoration project will continue on throughout the summer.
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Officials anticipate site restoration will be completed in August or September.
The 16 hundred-mile pipeline, which runs through the heart of central Illinois from Ohio all the way to Colorado, is expected to bring enough natural gas to the area to heat upwards of 4 million homes.
Triad Warns Of Phone; E-Mail Scams
6/29/2009
Scam artists are preying on Christian County residents. In recent weeks, three scams in particular have claimed victims. Christian County Triad Chairman Richard Peters says the first scam tricks people into thinking they’ve won a car.
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The second scam asks people to provide their vehicle identification number over the phone. Peters was targeted by this scam. After receiving the suspicious call, he contacted three automobile manufacturers to find out what was going on.
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Unlike the first two, the third scam preys on people via email. Peters says the scam e-mail looks official, and contains a fake F.B.I. letterhead.
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Peters says he doesn’t believe the scam artists are only targeting senior citizens. Peters urges people to call the senior center in Taylorville (824-4263) if they come across one of these scams.
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The second scam asks people to provide their vehicle identification number over the phone. Peters was targeted by this scam. After receiving the suspicious call, he contacted three automobile manufacturers to find out what was going on.
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Unlike the first two, the third scam preys on people via email. Peters says the scam e-mail looks official, and contains a fake F.B.I. letterhead.
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Peters says he doesn’t believe the scam artists are only targeting senior citizens. Peters urges people to call the senior center in Taylorville (824-4263) if they come across one of these scams.
The Christian County Triad is an organization that provides safety programs for seniors.
All - Star Cast Expected At Cow - Calf Field Day
6/29/2009
The U of I Christian County extension is revving up for the Beef Cow-Calf Field Day, which takes place tomorrow (Tuesday) at the Dudley Smith Farm. The event begins at 9:30 am with registration, and runs until 1:30 pm. U of I extension natural resources management educator Gary Letterly says the field day will feature presentations from University of Kentucky Forage Specialist Dr. Gary Lacefield, as well as Ed Ballard, a retired U of I animal systems educator.
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The lineup of speakers doesn’t stop there. Letterly says Dr. Dan Shike, from the U of I Department of Animal Science, will give an update on ‘what’s new in 2009’.
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Letterly says the program will also feature a brief update from Mike Vincent (UI Department of Crop Sciences doctoral candidate) on the development of a tropical maize project for livestock feeding and as a potential bio-energy crop.
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The Dudley Smith Farm is located off route 29 between Taylorville and Pana. For additional details on the Cow-Calf Field Day contact the extension office at 217-287-7246.
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The lineup of speakers doesn’t stop there. Letterly says Dr. Dan Shike, from the U of I Department of Animal Science, will give an update on ‘what’s new in 2009’.
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Letterly says the program will also feature a brief update from Mike Vincent (UI Department of Crop Sciences doctoral candidate) on the development of a tropical maize project for livestock feeding and as a potential bio-energy crop.
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The Dudley Smith Farm is located off route 29 between Taylorville and Pana. For additional details on the Cow-Calf Field Day contact the extension office at 217-287-7246.
Plans Progressing For Taylorville Pride Day
6/29/2009
The Taylorville Chamber of Commerce plans on the city being well represented for Hometown Pride Day at the Illinois State Fair on Saturday August 15th. The chamber is just now starting to get a head count on how many people from the community will attend. Chamber President and CEO Fred Ronnow says there is plenty of room and space for exhibitors.
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Ronnow adds that the purpose of Hometown Pride Day is to gain exposure for the city of Taylorville, and have fun while doing it.
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For more information on how to partake in Taylorville Pride Day, contact the chamber office at 824-4919.
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Ronnow adds that the purpose of Hometown Pride Day is to gain exposure for the city of Taylorville, and have fun while doing it.
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For more information on how to partake in Taylorville Pride Day, contact the chamber office at 824-4919.
Tying The Knot? Check In With Social Security First
6/29/2009
Weddings are in season this time of year, and the Social Security Administration wants to send newlyweds a card. Eric Easley, of the social security administration office in Springfield, explains.
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Easley says changing your name with Social Security is a quick and easy process.
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For more social security information, visit their website socialsecurity.gov.
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Easley says changing your name with Social Security is a quick and easy process.
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For more social security information, visit their website socialsecurity.gov.
Thursday Night Crash Claims Life
6/28/2009
Just before midnight on Thursday, a crash claimed the life of 32 year old Shawn Sheets, of Pekin, Illinois. The crash occurred on route 29 near the Sangamon River Bridge in Sangamon County. 32 year old Alex Fyfe of Springfield, was driving a red GMC Sonoma pickup, Sheets; a motorcycle. Fyfe’s pickup struck Sheets head on. Sheets was later pronounced dead at the scene by the Sangamon County Coroner.
According to witnesses, Fyfe fled the scene on foot. Fyfe was later located at his home in Springfield by the Illinois State Police and the Sangamon County Sheriffs Department. Fyfe was taken into custody by the Illinois State Police and charged with
aggravated DUI, leaving the scene of a fatal crash, and improper lane usage.
The incident is currently under investigation.
According to witnesses, Fyfe fled the scene on foot. Fyfe was later located at his home in Springfield by the Illinois State Police and the Sangamon County Sheriffs Department. Fyfe was taken into custody by the Illinois State Police and charged with
aggravated DUI, leaving the scene of a fatal crash, and improper lane usage.
The incident is currently under investigation.
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