November 2024

Museum to present program on Tuskegee Airmen

STE. GENEVIEVE – The Tuskegee Airmen were a group of dedicated and determined young men who selflessly volunteered as America’s first black military airmen in the United States Air Force (previously known as U.S. Army Air Corps (AAC)). The Airmen played a significant role during World War II, escorting bomber pilots across enemy lines during […]

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SIU student speakers forum on Nov. 14 to focus on time management

by Pete Rosenbery CARBONDALE, Ill. — Five Southern Illinois University Carbondale undergraduate students will share their thoughts on managing time in today’s fast-paced society on Thursday, Nov. 14, in Morris Library’s John C. Guyon Auditorium. This semester’s topic is “24/7 in 2024: Navigating Time in a Fast-Paced World.” The free, public forum is from 7

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With one call, Illinois Joining Forces empowers friends and family to link veterans to life-saving resources

SPRINGFIELD, IL — CHICAGO, IL – As Veterans Day approaches and the holiday season nears, Illinois Joining Forces (IJF) is relaunching Operation Connect-A-Vet, a program designed to link veterans, their families, and essential services. With the veteran population in Illinois growing, so does the need for targeted support that addresses both immediate needs and long-term well-being.  

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With winter weather on the horizon, IEMA-OHS encourages preparedness this week

SPRINGFIELD–While it doesn’t feel quite like winter yet, temperatures are dipping to freezing some nights and that means it’s time to get ready for the cold. Nov. 4-8 is Winter Weather Preparedness Week and a good time to take stock of your preparedness items. Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS) Director

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CGS presents HIVE awards

By Jim Beers CHESTER – Chester Grade School teachers selected one student in each grade, Kindergarten through 8th Grade who had demonstrated ALL of the “HIVE” Character Education Traits of Respect, Responsibility, Safety, and Empathy EVERY DAY throughout the month of October 2024. The nine students include (left to right) Dayana Maldanado, Kindergarten; Aracely Hernandez,

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Elevate your holiday dishes with heavy whipping cream

ST. LOUIS – As the holiday season approaches, kitchens across the country will be buzzing with activity and filled with festive meals and delicious treats. One ingredient that consistently plays a starring role in holiday cooking is heavy whipping cream. Whether you’re blending velvety sauces, creating fluffy toppings, or crafting rich desserts, heavy whipping cream

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