Daily headlines
April 2008
Lincoln area school consolidation fact-finding committee issues its report
Lincoln College Museum unveils donated painting by Sacha Newley on Saturday
20th anniversary Vietnam veterans vigil and memorial service
Illinois State Fairgrounds electrical system repairs completed ahead of schedule and under budget
Reminder: Logan County Observance of National Day of Prayer
Spring family bicycle ride
Oasis update
'Simply Sinatra
-- a Tribute' stars Steve Lippa and his big band
Next season's concert
schedule available
Lincoln Community High School presents 'The Wiz'
Creationism vs. evolution: faith and fact?
National Day of Prayer breakfast set in Minier
Book Look: 'Outdoor Fix-It 101: Projects You Really Can Do Yourself'
AP News
John Sutton recognized for volunteerism
Constantly changing is good for this business
Rescue training facility dedicated
Nearly $300,000 from state's homeland security grant provided for
facility built at Scott Air Force Base
Weekly Outlook: Soybean market
This week's 'Viewpoint' guest: Logan County Extension director John Fulton
O'Neill Student of the Month awards for March-April
LCHS spring band concert Thursday
ISU's Joyce signs with the Minnesota Vikings
AP News
More
than one racetrack in Lincoln
Outdoor
remote control racing starts Friday
Freeze warning overnight across much of central Illinois
Bloomington man dies in early morning I-55 crash
Recall information
Broadleaf weed control and cedar
apple rust
By John
Fulton
Lincoln College names top writers in Fulcher Writing Competition
Laura on Life: Refrigerator monsters
Logan Lanes bowling: Summer Super Four League
AP News
Gov. Blagojevich
proclaims Saturday as 'Danica Patrick Day' in Illinois
Day will
honor Illinois native's record-setting win in the Japan 300
Marriages
(No dissolutions or court reports)
Asperger Syndrome Support & Awareness has two meeting sites in central Illinois
Home Country
AP News
Severe weather possible Friday afternoon and evening
Severe thunderstorm watch until 8 p.m.
Tornado watch until 8 p.m.
Lincoln College names Steve Foster as Honorary Alumnus for 2008
Mount Pulaski water main flushing program begins
ALMH offers free sibling class
Additional senior safe driving class scheduled
Reminder: Dinner and auction benefit Friday for Keith Hunter
Carroll Catholic wins Scholastic Bowl regional championship
Laura on Life: Lab mice
LCC baseball box scores
ISU baseball stadium groundbreaking May 3
AP News
Lincoln College student radio station WLNX hosts ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday
Springfield woman injured in single-car accident on Route 54
Weather alert
Illinois gets $2 million federal grant to promote primary care, prevent use of emergency rooms
U.S. House votes to delay implementation of harmful changes to Medicaid
State environmental agency encourages Illinoisans to think green when gardening
Community Action announces Employee of the Quarter
Lincoln College student art exhibit opens
Kiwanis Club of Lincoln offers $1,000 scholarships to Logan County students
Kids challenged to read to win books for schools
Red, White & True Mysteries: The doctor regretted having his invention named after him
Christine Presswood signs with SIU
LCC baseball and softball at Eureka
AP News
City briefs
Family Medical Center of Lincoln earns another Employer of Choice award
Lincoln College announces plans for alumni celebration
Sen. Brady's weekly update
Dinner and auction benefit Friday for Keith Hunter
Benefit concert planned for Perry Hahn
Schedule
includes vocalists, pianists, harpist, guitar-mandolin duet
Letter: Local businesses support health and wellness run
National Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition champion crowned
LCC baseball vs. Robert Morris
AP News
City ordinances approved: Wind farm enterprise zone, property maintenance and no-parking area on Campus View Drive
Public transportation effort still on track
Amber Alert: Three children taken from Chicago area, I-55 corridor
CDC commends Illinois' work in eliminating mother-to-child transmission of HIV
Weekly Outlook: Cattle industry
Lincoln College to host blood drive Tuesday
Additional Wildflower Walks scheduled
AP News
City hears enterprise zone
request
Wind farm could get
approval tonight
Illinois
continues to shake
Four more tremors registered since Friday, ranging 2.7 to 4.0
magnitude
Blagojevich
administration briefs public on what to expect following rare
Illinois earthquake
Aftershocks felt throughout Illinois
State officials warn consumers against earthquake repair fraud
Recall information
Early spring pests, Master Gardener
plant sale and frost-free dates
By John
Fulton
LCHS graduate initiated into prestigious honor society
Illinois Deaf and Hard of Hearing Commission hosts Deaf Fingerspelling Bee
Laura on Life: Scrabbling
AP News
IDOT's Earthquake Response Plan put into action to ensure road,
bridge safety following
earthquake, aftershocks
Multistate earthquake conference
How America can pull out of the dive: create jobs, new technology
Marriages
Dissolutions
(No court reports)
YMCA Exchange: Bossy to be captured for 'Cow Chip Bingo'; summer camp and more
Pleasant Valley Cemetery Association to meet
North Central College names Mason City resident a dean's list scholar
Home Country
AP News
Emden man loses life in motorcycle crash
Railsplitter Antique Auto Club opens cruise-in season Saturday morning
Quake action continues to rattle Illinois
5.4
earthquake hits Illinois
Also affects
Kentucky, Indiana and Arkansas
Gov. Blagojevich activates State Emergency Operations Center after earthquake centered in southeastern Illinois
Illinois raises awareness of human trafficking
Reminder: Lincoln native hosts CD release party
LCC Angels vs. MacMurray
AP News
City briefs
Lincoln native hosts CD release party
Online site leads to 'deadbeat parents' paying child support
Six collegiate cyber defense team finalists compete for national title in San Antonio
Logan County Genealogical and Historical Society to hear 'Initial Genealogical Research'
Red, White & True Mysteries: It's time to once again test your knowledge of United States history
AP News
City prepared to pass fiscal year budget
Gusty winds expected Wednesday
Logan County observance of National Day of Prayer
Gov. Blagojevich accepts recommendations from Campus Security Task Force for enhancing safety on college campuses
Court rulings favorable to governor's proposed health care expansions
Letter: Parents, talk to your children
Moving on after divorce is support group's topic
Oasis update
Trivia night fundraiser for Alaskan missionary recruits
Saturday program at
Vachel Lindsay Home to feature 'The Importance of Reading
Unknown Poets'
Part of National Poetry Month observance
Laura on Life: Flat bread and hideous suits
Logan Lanes bowling: American Bowling League
Illinois to host Clemson in ACC/Big Ten Challenge
City Briefs: Police, Fire, City Hall Security, Budget and Sewer Program
Lincoln College Run, Ramble and Roll Features New Route
Executive
Director Appointed to Newly Formed Illinois Power Agency
Bradley/U
of I Grad Seeks to Stabilize Illinois Energy Rates
State Employment Laws Protect Young Teens
The Callers Who Sounded Bitter
Sen. Bill Brady's Weekly Update
Weekly Outlook: Corn Fundamentals Strong
Logan Lanes Bowling:
Rise 'n' Shine League
Split 'n' Gutter League
AP News
Security Systems to be Upgraded at Interstate Highway Rest Areas in Illinois
Recall Information
Weeds and
Nuisance Fruits
By John Fulton
Gala to Benefit UCP Land of Lincoln's Children's Services
Praise Service at Camp Griesheim Christian Retreat Center on April 20
Lincoln Track Team Beats the Weather
LCHS Girls'
Results From Panther
Invitational
By Rick
L. Hobler
AP News
Lincoln Churches Come Together in Action
Cheatham to Partner in Habitat for Humanity Build in Lincoln
Minier Begins Planning Process With Research in Hand
Senate Approves National Heritage Area
Central
Illinois Recognized for Lincoln Legacy
Putting Life Into Old Cemeteries
Marriages
Dissolutions
(No court reports)
U of I Dairy Team Wins
Community Action Head Start Parents and Staff Attend Conference
YMCA Exchange
Home Country
AP News
Smiley Hitting a Stride and on the Move With Lincoln and Logan County Economic Development Measures
County Briefs: Health Insurance, Wind Farm Advances and Public Transportation
Wind Advisory in Effect Until 7 p.m. Friday
Illinois State Police Teaching Kids NetSmartz
Former Speaker Dennis Hastert, SIU President Glenn Poshard Meet With Gov. Blagojevich, Legislative Leaders About Capital Plan to Build Roads, Bridges and Schools
Hartsburg-Emden Honor Roll
'Antigone: The Burial at Thebes' Opens April 17 at Lincoln College
Laura on Life: The Ants Go Marching
Mutterings:
LDN at the Final Four
By Jeff Mayfield
Technology and the Library Give Local Students the Edge
Expert Tutor
Assistance Available Online
Severe Weather Outlook: Flash Flood Watch
Gov. Blagojevich Proclaims American Ex-POW Recognition Day, Announces Illinois Veteran of the Month for April
Gov. Blagojevich Voices Disappointment at Failed House Vote on Common-Sense Gun Bill
Red, White & True Mysteries: An Edsel By Any Other Name Is Still a Failed Invention
What Type of
Wine Goes With an Art Show?
Art of
Illinois Wine Garden May 17-18 to Benefit History
Illinois Juco Players of the Year Named
AP News
Thursday Weather Concern
Gov. Blagojevich Announces Statewide Emergency Communications Plan Approved by U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Sen. Brady: Rezko Trial Underscores Need for Change on Health Facilities Board
Divorce Seminar Examines Reconciliation
Oasis Update
Washington-Monroe Honor Roll
Mount Pulaski High School Honor Roll
Book Look: 'Pssst!'
Basketball Camp for Girls
AP News
Lincoln Residence Plagued by Sewer Backup Twice in a Week
Seasonal Weight Limits on Logan County Highways
Severe Weather Possible This Week
Illinois EPA Announces Spring 2008 Household Hazardous Waste Collection Schedule
Illinois Fire Marshal Urges Hotel Fire Safety As the Travel Season Gets Under Way
Gov. Blagojevich Announces Applications for Governor's Home Town Awards Now Available
Legislators Urge Governor to Release Soil and Water Conservation District Funds
Pest Season Comes Again
By John Fulton
Weekly Outlook: Pork Industry Problems
Give Blood During National Donate Life Month
Zion Lutheran Students Get High Ratings at Regional History Fair
Guitar Recitals at Lincoln Christian College and Seminary This Evening
Logan Lanes Bowling:
American Bowling League
Rise 'n' Shine League
Split 'n' Gutter League
AP News
Route 66 Garage Sale Is Looking for Vendors and Volunteers
Severe Weather Possible This Week
Community Action Administration and Energy Staff Attend Conference
Children's Books Added to Area Library by Habitat for Humanity of Logan County
Illinois Launches Physician Profile
Information to Aid in Health Consumers'
Choices
Precipitation Significant Throughout Illinois in March
Snow in the
North and Rain in the South
Recall Information
Lincoln Native Competes in National Speech Competition
AP News
Women Recognized with PATH Awards in Honor of Women's History Month
Marriages
Dissolutions
(No court reports)
Child Abusers Face Tougher Penalties
Reminders:
23rd Annual Community Health Fair
Displays, Health
Screenings, the Grannies Return for More Hoops, and More
Lincoln FFA to Host Pancake and Sausage Breakfast
Recycle Your Old Tires
Collection Scheduled 1st Saturday of April
Blood Drives Saturday and Monday Need Your Help
YMCA Exchange
A
Gathering of Elizabethan Proportions
Calling All
Elizabeths
Home Country: Some Are Lucky, Some Aren't
Logan Lanes Bowling: American Bowling League
AP News
Kids Get Health, Fitness and Safety Information
Diversity the 'Key' to Logan County Hardware
Used Tire Collection Saturday
Gov. Blagojevich Commemorates Dr. King's Assassination by
Proclaiming Day of Remembrance
All State Facilities to
Fly Flags at Half-Staff From Sunrise to Sunset Friday
Gov. Blagojevich Applauds Homeowner Protection Legislation Introduced in Senate
Reminders:
23rd Annual Community Health Fair
Displays, Health
Screenings, the Grannies Return for More Hoops, and More
Recycle Your Old Tires
Collection Scheduled 1st Saturday of April
Blood Drives Saturday and Monday Need Your Help
Carroll Catholic School 3rd-Quarter Honor Roll and April Students of the Month
Laura on Life: Cartwheels and Other Dangerous Sports
Logan Lanes Bowling: Major Super Trios
Led Illini to 11 Big Ten Championships
AP News
Windmill-Themed Snack Shop Listed Among 'Ten Most Endangered Historic Places'
Gov.
Blagojevich Encourages Illinoisans to
Go Green,
File Taxes Electronically
Illinois
Department of Revenue Says Filing Electronically Saves Paper,
Increases Processing Efficiencies
Recall Amendment
Passes House, Moves to Senate
Statement
from Illinois GOP Chairman
Blood Drives Saturday and Monday Need Your Help
Zonta Club to Hear Genesis Update
Heather Martin Receives Honors
Red, White & True Mysteries: When Harry Met Roy, It Was Bad News for Their 'Customers'
AP News
Lincoln Offered Opportunity to Be Backdrop for Major Film
Community Action Executive Board Announced
Statewide Town Hall Meetings to Address Underage Drinking
New Members Elected to Christian Homes Board of Directors
Forgiveness Is Support Group's Topic
Oasis Update
AP News
Lincoln College Student Uses Talent to Help End Child Poverty
HOPE Schedule Change
District 9 Teen Safety Initiative: Dangerous Driving Letters to
Go to Parents
New Laws in Effect
School Superintendent Selected for Juvenile Justice Department
'Stitches in Time' 19th-Century Clothing Programs Will Entertain and Educate
Weekly Outlook: Friendly Reports for Corn
Blood Drive Thursday in Elkhart
New NIH Study Shows Older Corneas Suitable for Transplantation
Logan Lanes Bowling: Split 'n' Gutter League
Premier All-Star Game
Results
Lincoln's Schonauer Claims 3-Point Contest
AP News