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MS “Walk for Life” raises $10,000
 Sunday,
April 9, more than 100 people came together for a common cause—to raise
awareness and money for multiple sclerosis research. Lincoln’s
first “Walk for Life,” sponsored by the National Multiple
Sclerosis Society, took place at Kickapoo Creek Park, raising
approximately $10,000 through pledges and donations.
Multiple
sclerosis is a chronic disease that affects the central nervous
system, causing interruptions in the electrical impulses sent from
the brain to other areas of the body. According to the NMSS, one
out of 1000 people are diagnosed each year. Currently there is no
cure for MS; however, treatments are being used to slow the
progression of the disease.
The
Lincoln committee for the MS walk was comprised of Brenda Centers,
Jim and Nancy Ireland, Gene and Toni McDonald, and Jeanne Handlin.
Committee member Toni McDonald says the reason she wants to raise
awareness about MS is because it touches so many lives, including
her 39-year-old son, Rob. “When someone in your family has a
disease, you want to help them,” she explains, adding, “We
need to raise money for research for a cure or better
treatment.”
 McDonald
says she appreciates the many walkers, sponsors and volunteers
that contributed to the event’s success. “They were very
valuable,” she says. And, due to its success, the Lincoln
committee is planning another Walk for Life next year. For more
information, call the National Multiple Sclerosis Society at
1-800-344-4867.
Health
department presents "Goodwill" and "Partnership"
awards
Last
week, the Logan County Health Department celebrated Public Health Week. In
honor of Public Health Week, the health department presents awards to
individuals, organizations or businesses that have promoted the mission of
the Logan County Health Department in the continuation or advancement of
its services or programs. The recipients have supported the health
department by collaborating with or assisting with existing or new
programs, projects or services.
The
"Goodwill Award" is a certificate that is presented to an
individual, organization or business. This year, two certificates were
awarded. Kristin Simpson of Logan Mason Mental Health and Officer Rich
Montcalm of the Lincoln Police Department received certificates for their
continued support of public health and the mission of the Logan County
Health Department. The "Partnership Award" was presented to
Logan County ESDA and the Department of Human Services for their
collaboration with Logan County Health Department on projects and programs
throughout the past year.
Police
auction of recovered bicycles
The
Lincoln Police Department will have an auction of recovered bicycles
Saturday, April 15, at 9 a.m. at the corner of Kickapoo and Pekin streets.
The
recovered bicycles to be sold range from children's to adults', BMX to
mountain bikes. The bicycles are in various conditions and include most
brands. The city of Lincoln will assume no liability once the bike is
purchased. The auction is cash only and all property is to be
removed the day of the sale.
To
claim a bicycle that you believe is yours, you must have a report on file
or have the serial numbers before the auction begins. Once the bike is
sold, you cannot claim it.
For
more information, contact Chief Ludolph at the police department,
732-2151.
Special
thanks to George Leverton for his auctioneering service.
Lincoln
area YMCA events
Tickets
are available now for the fourth annual Charter Dinner with a silent and
live auction. The event will take place on Saturday, April 15, beginning
at 6:30 p.m. at the Maple Club. Auction catalogues are also available if
you would like a preview of the offerings. Call Sarah or Angie at 735-3915
for more information.
"School’s
Out Fun Days" will be held from Friday, April 14, through Monday, April 24,
from 6:45 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Lincoln Park District Sports Complex.
There are theme days, guest speakers and many special activities planned.
Call 735-3915 for more information or to request a registration form.
Urinary
incontinence treatment program offered at ALMH
Abraham
Lincoln Memorial Hospital’s (ALMH) Rehabilitation Department now offers
treatment to individuals suffering from urinary incontinence.
Urinary
incontinence is the involuntary loss of bladder control. ALMH’s
treatment program consists of evaluation and treatment with biofeedback,
electrical stimulation and pelvic floor exercises as deemed necessary by
the physical therapist. Patients must be referred to the program by their
physician.
For
more information regarding ALMH’s Urinary Incontinence Treatment
program, please call the Rehabilitation Department at 217-732-2161, ext.
179.
Relay
for life, ready to run
Teams
forming for next week’s event
The
Logan County Unit of the American Cancer Society cordially invites you to
its third annual Relay for Life. This event celebrates the lives of those
who have survived cancer and honors the memories of those who have not.
Relay for Life kicks off Friday, April 14, at 8 p.m. Teams are encouraged
to come out, set up camp and enjoy the evening activities.
Cancer
survivors kick off Saturday’s activities at 9 a.m., as they will lead
teams in a continuous walk around the track at Lincoln Recreation Center
indoor complex.
At
approximately 1 p.m., luminaries lining the walking path will be lit in
honor of cancer survivors and in memory of those who have lost their
battle with the disease. Once all luminaries are glowing, a special
ceremony will be held recognizing each person remembered. Luminaries may
be purchased for $10 prior to and at the event.
For
more information, please contact Mary Ellen Martin at 732-3349, Kathy
Blaum at 732-9372 or the American Cancer Society office at 1-800-252-5202.
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Main
Street gears up for campaign drive
Main
Street Lincoln's Partnership Campaign is underway now through April 15th.
Designated by Illinois Main Street in 1994, Main Street Lincoln uses the
four-point approach of Economic Restructuring, Promotion, Organization,
and Design, established by the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Accomplishments
of Lincoln Main Street include the tolling of the courthouse clock, the
Taste of Lincoln, historic street lights, downtown holiday decorations,
the mural on the Neal Tire Building, Summer Concert Series, Lincoln's
official Christmas ornament, Business Nexus, Festival of Trees, new
business workshops, Historic Preservation Week, and the LCHS Prom Grand
March, as well as many other activities.
Main
Street Lincoln has an aggressive work plan for 2000. Restoration of the
Scully Park fountain, completion of the Shay Parking Plaza and restoration
of the Indian maiden statue are at the top of the list in the Design area.
Four quarterly business seminars will be offered as well as the Nexus, an
intercept survey updated, newsletter developed and Historic Walking Tour
planned. Special events include the Taste of Lincoln, Harvest Fest, Summer
Concert Series, Historic Preservation Week, a Flag Day Ceremony and the
Festival of Trees.
A
not-for-profit corporation, Main Street Lincoln relies on private funding
to accomplish its goals. It does not receive any direct revenue from the
state, county or city. There is no special tax to generate income, and the
city and county's contributions are specific sponsorships on a
reimbursement basis.
Anyone
interested in Lincoln's downtown area can become a partner in Main Street
Lincoln. Business Partnerships are $99 and families are half the amount.
Partnerships are tax deductible and should be sent to: Main Street
Lincoln, 303 South Kickapoo, Lincoln, IL 62656. For questions or further
information, contact: Wendy Bell, program manager, at 732-2929.
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Ready
for the real world
Lincoln
Rotary seeking to recognize working youth
Logan
County youth who have started their own businesses, or who achieve above
and beyond what their employers expect, are now eligible to compete for a
new award recognizing their hard work. The "Ready for the Real World
Award" has been initiated by the Lincoln Rotary Club to encourage
more young people to demonstrate high work ethics or to use their
creativity to seek out new business opportunities. There is a $250 cash
award to accompany recognition by the Lincoln Rotary Club.
Any
Logan County employer or organization may nominate Logan County youth who
have reached the age of 18 by June 1. Nominees can either work for a
Logan County business, volunteer for a Logan County organization, or have
started their own business. Nominees should be youth who are responsible,
focused on excellence and truly enjoy their work. Academic or athletic
ability will not be a consideration in selecting a winner.
Nomination
forms are available from the Logan County Extension office, the
Lincoln/Logan Chamber of Commerce, or by contacting Lincoln Rotary Club
Director of Vocational Service Bob Jeckel at 735-5372. Direct supervisors
of the nominee are highly encouraged to include a letter of recommendation
along with the nomination form. Nominations are due by Friday, April 14,
to Bob Jeckel, 1536 Pulaski Street, Lincoln, IL 62656.
The
Lincoln Rotary Club is an organization of local business persons and
professionals who stress service above self.
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Civil
War ball and band performance set for Memorial Day weekend
The
Mason City Historical Society is bringing the Civil War to Mason City on
Memorial Day weekend. Living history events in the city parks will include
an educational, entertaining appearance by the 33rd Illinois Volunteer
Regiment Band on Saturday, May 27, at 7:30 p.m. at the tourist park
pavilion. The band is an authentic reenactment of the actual Civil War era
band that was mustered at State Normal University in 1861. The band
members wear reproductions of the original wool uniforms worn by the Union
Army, and each member plays music of the era on period instruments dating
as early as 1848. A Civil War military ball will be the main feature
during their performance. Children as well as adults will dance to the
Virginia reel, broom dance and other musical steps of that era. The public
is invited to this full-family affair for an evening of dancing or just
plain listening. Those in attendance are encouraged, but not required, to
wear attire of the Civil War period. Proceeds from this military ball and
band performance fundraiser will go to the restoration of Mason City's
Soldiers Monument erected in 1867 in Memorial Park. Events are sponsored
in cooperation with the local historical society, churches, school, clubs
and organizations, as well as parks and city government.
American
Red Cross classes announced
The
American Red Cross is offering the following classes at the Logan County
Red Cross office, 125 S. Kickapoo St. in Lincoln.
To
make reservations or for more information, interested persons may call
217-732-2134 any weekday between 12 noon and 4 p.m.
National
Honor Society seeks donations for Plant-A-Tree Project
The
National Honor Society of Lincoln Community High School has scheduled
their annual Earth Day projects for April 26 and 28. On April 26, NHS
students will help first graders plant memorial trees and teach the
children how to plant their own trees. On April 28, several high school
groups will plant trees along the interstate entrances to Lincoln and
along Lincoln Parkway in front of the Logan County Fairgrounds and Lincoln
Developmental Center. The National Honor Society invites businesses and
organizations to donate funds to help the NHS, the bio-chemistry ecology
class and the landscaping class purchase the trees.
If
you are interested in helping on one of the planting days, the NHS would
appreciate your enthusiasm and expertise to help them organize or plant.
If you would like to see the visible results of the students’ work, you
can check the locations on the southern cloverleaf entrance to Lincoln and
in front of the fairgrounds and LDC.
The
NHS thanks the community for all the continued support of this project.
Donations,
with checks payable to Plant-A-Tree Project, may be sent to the National
Honor Society, Attn: Judy Dopp and Laura Horton, 1000 Primm Road, Lincoln,
IL 62656.
Lenten
services scheduled at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
Pastor
Roger David will conduct services at Good Shepherd
Lutheran Church (AFLC), 1140 N. State St., each Wednesday evening during Lent
. The services will be at 7:30 p.m. with
fellowship to follow.
Heritage
In Flight museum
The
Heritage In Flight Museum at the Logan County Airport is open every
weekend from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. It is open during the week by special
arrangement by calling 732-3333. The museum contains historical aviation
exhibits from as far back as World War I. Donations to the museum have
come from Logan County residents who served in the flying branches of the
United States military and from military and civilian sources throughout
the U.S. Heritage In Flight holds its regular meetings on the first
Saturday of the month at 1 p.m. in the commons room of the airport
terminal building. We are always interested in new members who have an
interest in helping to maintain the museum and the important and
fascinating historical records that it contains. The Heritage In Flight
Museum is a non-profit organization.
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