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Vonderlieth, Deron Powell, Celebration of Life, Chamber Stimulus Raffle, Lincoln Farmer's Market, Lincoln Youth Wrestling and Humane Society all in Close Up

By Mike Fak

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[January 12, 2010]  Vonderlieth, Deron Powell to host nursing home ins. seminar

Is it time to think about nursing home insurance?
  • Nursing home care costs $50,000 per year at a minimum, and in many areas it is closer to $75,000.

  • By 2030, one in five Americans will be a senior citizen.

  • By 2030, those needing LTC will skyrocket to more than 23 million Americans, with projected long-term care costs reaching $300,000 annually per individual (according to the National Advisory Center for Long Term Care Insurance).

If you haven't considered long-term care insurance, it may be time to give it a look. Deron Powell will present information to area residents at a meeting on Monday, Jan. 18, at 6:30 p.m. in the activity room at Vonderlieth Living Center. Powell is a State Farm Insurance representative in Mount Pulaski and well-qualified to discuss insurance options.

The world of long-term care insurance is confusing. The policies vary widely with options such as a waiting period before insurance kicks in, inclusion of home health or assisted living costs, and amounts paid monthly.

We welcome you to join us for a lively discussion of what to look for and when to buy.


The Living Alternatives Pregnancy Resource Centers in Springfield and Lincoln invite you to the second annual Celebration of Life on Jan. 22 at 7 p.m. at the Earl C Hargrove Chapel on the campus of Lincoln Christian University in Lincoln.

This year's event features the music of award-winning Southern gospel legend Gary McSpadden, who has been a part of such well-known gospel groups as the Statesmen Quartet, the Oak Ridge Boys, the Imperials, the Bill Gaither Trio and the Gaither Vocal Band. Currently, McSpadden is host of television shows seen on TBN, among other national Christian television networks.

Tickets are available from:

  • WLLM 1370 radio, 800 S. Postville Drive, Lincoln

  • WLUJ-FM radio, 600 W. Mason St., Springfield

  • Living Alternatives Pregnancy Resource Center, 1220 S. Seventh St., Springfield

  • Living Alternatives Pregnancy Resource Center, 308 Union, Lincoln.

Single tickets are $10, and special group tickets may be purchased, including an offer of two free tickets for every 10 tickets purchased. For more information, call 217-735-9735.


The Logan County Chamber Stimulus Raffle kicked off Monday. The $5 tickets are being sold at the chamber office and at Eaton Corp., Graue Inc, MKS, Blades Hair & Nail Salon, CEFCU, Regions Bank, Illini Bank, Guzzardo's, Logan Lanes, Lincoln IGA, Culver's, Mary Todd's Hallmark, Lincoln Public Library, Ace Hardware, Goody's, Lincoln Park District and three State Bank of Lincoln locations: downtown Lincoln, at the Woodlawn Road facility and in Walmart. Purchasing a raffle ticket will give you a chance to win $2,000, $750 or $250 in "Chamber Bucks." Chamber Bucks can be redeemed in over 80 different locations in Logan County. The drawing will be on April 15 (Tax Day) at Graue Inc., during the Chamber Business Afterhours.


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The Lincoln Farmer's Market has announced a change in their location for the 2010 market season. Lincoln Farmer's Market has relocated to Scully Park, just south of downtown Lincoln. The manager of the market, Susan Wachter, said: "The new location will make it much safer for our vendors and customers due to the flat terrain. We also believe the flat terrain and beautiful fountain will make a much better backdrop for entertainment at the market."

The Lincoln Farmer's Market is currently seeking local performers, of all ages and abilities, to showcase their talents for their peers and family in the park on Saturday mornings. The market is also seeking vendors and artists to vend in the park during the May 1-Oct. 30 season. Anyone who is interested in being a vendor, entertainer or sponsor at the market can contact Susan Wachter at 217-871-0666.


The Lincoln Youth Wrestling team competed in the Jaws Invite wrestling tournament in Jacksonville on Sunday, Jan. 10. The results were as follows:

  • 6 and under -- Kia Carvalho placed third; Austin O’Donoguhe and Cade Tanner took fourth place

  • 7- and 8-year-olds -- Collin Cogdill placed first; Nolan Yates second; Tyler Werth and Trevor Bree were third; and Roux Starr took fourth place

  • 9- and 10-year-olds -- Jarrett Poole placed first; Michael O’Donoghue third; Austin Dennison and Issac Dueringer both placed fifth

Lincoln Youth Wrestling will travel to Pittsfield to compete in the Saukee Open on Jan. 24.


The annual Humane Society of Logan County general membership meeting will be on Jan. 20. At this meeting the organization will elect three members to the board of directors. Any member who is interested in pursuing a position on the board may submit a letter of intent to the secretary of the board, Wanda Stevens, at wstevens@ccaonline.com. Nominations will also be accepted from the floor.

The Humane Society of Logan County will host it’s annual Chili Luncheon to benefit the programs of HSLC on Saturday, January 16, 2010 at Friendship Manor 11 AM until 2 PM. Tickets are $6.00 and includes chili, homemade dessert and beverage. Carry-Outs will be available. Join us to help the abused, neglected and abandoned animals of Logan County


Got a good piece of news, information or something that we can all brag about? If you do, e-mail Mike and let us tell everyone about it. Plus you can win cash. Every submission, whether we use it or not, will get your name in the Close Up grab bag. At the end of the month we will draw a name and someone will get $25 just for dropping us an e-mail. If you wish, we will be happy to donate your winnings to the organization of your choice.

You can contact Mike at mikefak@lincolndailynews.com.

[MIKE FAK]

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