Residents in Mansfield are under a boil order due to a water main break affecting the 100 and 200 blocks of East Illinois Street. Until further notice, people in the affected area are advised to boil tap water before using it for drinking, cooking, brushing teeth, or washing dishes.
Luna is a cuddly, one-year old Patterdale/Terrier mix. She is spayed, up to date on vaccinations, microchipped and weighs a mere 16 lbs. Luna loves people, loves to cuddle and does well with other dogs, cats and children. Luna is the whole package. Foster to adopt is always an option to see if Luna is a good fit with your family and lifestyle.
Get ready for a high-energy night as Nashville-based country rock band Miller Holler takes the stage at The Cadillac in Paxton on Friday, May 16 from 8 to 11 p.m. Known for their fiery performances and infectious energy, the band promises a night of both original songs and country rock covers that’ll keep the crowd on their feet.
The Urbana Park District Board of Commissioners held its organizational meeting Tuesday evening, marking a leadership transition with the swearing-in of two new board members, the election of new officers, and heartfelt farewells to two long-serving public servants.
Authorities in Rantoul are investigating after a body was discovered in Heritage Lake.
The findings come from Map the Meal Gap, Feeding America’s annual study tracking hunger at the local level. Map the Meal Gap is currently in its 15th year and provides county-by-county insights into food insecurity and food costs. The report builds on USDA data showing over 47 million Americans including 14 million children have experienced food insecurity in 2023—the highest in over a decade.
“Dr. Mane’s visit to Parkland as a Fulbright Scholar this academic year was made possible thanks to the efforts of Dean Joseph Walwik who submitted the application to the Department of Education,” says Isabel Scarborough, Department Chair of Arts, Media, and Social Sciences. “Both Arts, Media, and Social Sciences, and Humanities are grateful for Dr. Mane’s contributions which added to our student’s academic experiences and enhanced faculty collegiality.”
“Meridian is deeply committed to the health and well-being of our members and the communities we serve, and that starts with how we fuel our bodies,” said Rutu Ezhuthachan, MD, Meridian Chief Medical Officer. “At Meridian we believe food is medicine. Providing our members with access to farmers markets with fresh fruits and vegetables will help our members to be healthy and happy. We recognize that access to nutritious food is a fundamental component of good health, and we are proud to partner with these local farmers markets to make fresh, affordable produce more accessible in areas where it is needed most.”
Most facilities will open by Memorial Day weekend, with extended hours and special events scheduled throughout the season.
The University of Illinois System is welcoming a prominent civic leader, physician, and alumnus to its Board of Trustees. Governor JB Pritzker on Monday appointed Dr. Bryan S. Traubert to serve as a voting trustee through January 2031, pending confirmation by the Illinois Senate.