Monday, December 09, 2019
Top Stories from the past week
Monday, December 9
Roads projects top Logan County Board updates in November
Emden kicks off holiday season with traditional Community Christmas
Lincoln Heritage Museum hosts Pearl Harbor Day remembrance Moseley delivers reminder to think for ourselves
Perfect Escape’s Sunday afternoon open house and ribbon cut enjoyed
Hashman named November 2019 ALMH Colleague of the Month
2019 Home for the Holidays Video Magazine Special Feature Creating holiday atmosphere: The magic of flickering firelight
Wondering what to buy for Christmas? Remember to shop local this holiday season
Christmas 2019 Worship Guide Special Feature Where we need God
Join us in Worship A guide to Christmas celebrations and services at local churches
Saturday, December 7
Deer Creek bridge project completed; Primm Road now open to all traffic
Cheery Lincoln Christmas Parade brings music to the heart of the city
Lincoln Christmas Parade - The Sound of Christmas
Crowds gather for the annual affair - slideshow
Lots of fire trucks in the Christmas parade - slideshow
Local candidates take part in the parade - slideshow
Heritage in Flight Museum brings something special to the parade - slideshow
Santa Claus comes to town in the Lincoln Christmas parade - slideshow
Santa visits the Lincoln Depot
Children gather for a chance to see Santa - slideshow
Lots of love for Santa, and some special wishes too! - slideshow
Grown up kids love Santa too - slideshow
2019 Home for the Holidays Video Magazine Special Feature Creating holiday atmosphere: Watching favorite holiday movies together!
Christmas 2019 Worship Guide Special Feature Let Christmas be your stress-buster
Turn Milkweed Pods into Works of Art By Melinda Myers
Slim Randles' Home Country "What you need is to hire a teenager."
Friday, December 6
Restoric approved to begin Logan County Courthouse interior dome mitigation
City of Lincoln and LLCEO recognize local homeowner Danny Poulos
LLCEO gains practical business experience as well as learning to be a part of community
2019 Home for the Holidays Video Magazine Special Feature Creating Holiday Atmosphere: Gifts of kindness to strangers
Lincoln Park District December Park district notes From Abigail O'Brien, program coordinator
University of Illinois Extension Managing Holiday Stress
Christmas 2019 Worship Guide Special Feature Let Christmas be what it should be
Public invited to take IDOT traveler survey Illinois residents asked for feedback regarding state’s transportation system
Thursday, December 5
Logan County Courthouse comprehensive restoration estimated $8.6 million
ALMH Foundation hosts annual Light Up a Life ceremony
Santa hears wishes at Lincoln Public Library
St. John United Church of Christ Donates Coats to CAPCIL - Album
Community Action Meals on Wheels program to assist in coat and food distribution for local families in need The 12th annual Subaru Share the Love® Event now through January 2nd will provide funding for local senior nutrition project
2019 Home for the Holidays Video Magazine Special Feature Creating holiday atmosphere: Livening get-togethers with holiday music!
Young Artists Earn Funds for their Schools through Illinois American Water’s “Imagine a Day Without Water” Art Contest
Atlanta Ag 4-H club celebrate “America Rocks!” - Album
American Legion Auxiliary taking application for 2020 round of local scholarships
Christmas 2019 Worship Guide Special Feature The little baby who came with a big message
Celebrate the holidays with the Lincoln Presidential Library Music, decorations, family fun, children’s activities
IDOA accepting applications for Cover Crop Premium Discount Program
Pritzker Signs Legislation Strengthening Most Equity-Centric Adult-Use Cannabis Law in the Nation Social Equity Applications Begin Tuesday, December 10th
Wednesday, December 4
Mount Pulaski mulls marijuana grower and retail sale ordinance
Officers ‘No Shave November’ supports cancer research in memory of Greg Feldman
2019 Home for the Holidays Video Magazine Special Feature Creating holiday atmosphere: Spreading good cheer
Illinois Student Assistance Commission announces 2020-21 Illinois State Scholars Sixteen Logan County students recognized for Outstanding Academic Achievement
In time for Christmas local author releases new book Book signing for Sister from the Other Side to be held Saturday in Lincoln
Local veterans counseling services set to improve access and affordability
Polar Express experience coming to the Arlee
Delavan UMW hosts annual Christmas Bazaar Thursday evening
Social Security Expands Public Hours at Offices Nationwide Wednesdays to Return to Full Public Service Hours; Agency to Hire 1,100 Direct Service Employees
Tuesday, December 3
Mary Kelley selected as the Grand Marshal for 2019 Lincoln Christmas Parade
From the LDN archives Kelley announces 2020 retirement as Circuit Clerk in Logan County
HOLIDAY EXPRESS
Shoppers and retailers reap the benefits of Small Business Saturday in Lincoln
Quilt & Craft Show - Debbie's Downtown Floral - slideshow
Small Town Creations - Guest House Coffee & Pastries - Copper Penny - slideshow
Zion Lutheran School Bell Choir - slideshow
Pink Shutter - Sir Renna Tea - Abe's Carmelcorn Shoppe - Slideshow
Shop One Stop - slideshow
A visit with Santa at the LCTB Depot - slideshow
Mary Todd Hallmark - LCHS Madrigal Singers - Gingerbread at the Depot - slideshow
2019 Home for the Holidays Video Magazine Special Feature Oh to be a child again!
United Way of Logan County Joins #ILGive Campaign – December 3, 2019
Lincoln Public Library December Library notes
Culver's fundraiser to benefit Logan County Genealogical & Historical Society December 5th
Monday, December 2
Lincoln aldermen to vote on in-store recreational marijuana consumption
Lincoln Park District seeks deeds to four city owned parks
Lincoln City Council Monday, December 2, 2019 Regular meeting agenda - Pdf
Logan County Board December 2019 meeting schedule - Pdf
Downtown Lincoln kicks off Christmas season with Winter Wonderland Tree Lighting
A daylight view of the trees on the courthouse lawn - slideshow
Friday evening lighting ceremony - slideshow
Visitors enjoy the trees - slideshow
Perfect Escape Massage Therapy celebrates new location with open house and ribbon cut on Sunday December 8th
Thanksgiving Holiday Thursday 11/28 - Saturday 11/30
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