Author Archives: Michelle Mitchell

RJ Podeschi appointed as Interim Dean of Tabor School of Business at Millikin University
August 18, 2021 - Millikin University has appointed RJ Podeschi, associate professor of information systems and chair of the Tabor School of Business Undergraduate Programs, as interim dean of the Tab...
Michelle Mitchell Aug 18, 2021

Rock Springs to host Hummingbird Festival
August 18, 2021 - Meet hummingbirds up close at the Macon County Conservation District's annual Hummingbird Festival on Thursday, August 26 from 4-7 pm at Rock Springs Conservation Area. Join host Ver...
Michelle Mitchell Aug 18, 2021

Area youth receive scholarships from Macon County 4-H and Extension Foundation
August 18, 2021 - The Macon County 4-H and Extension Foundation offers scholarships to outstanding students who have developed their talents through the 4-H program in Macon County. This year, three 4...
Michelle Mitchell Aug 18, 2021

Illinois to expand agricultural education for students
August 18, 2021 - Agricultural sciences will now be added as a type of course that may be counted towards the requirement for three years of sciences in order to gain admission to an Illinois public u...
Michelle Mitchell Aug 18, 2021

LISTEN: Bill Clevenger of the Decatur Park District
August 18, 2021 - Bill Clevenger of the Decatur Park District joined Byers & Co to talk about a wonderful moment with his son, the airshow, and the entirety of his career.
Michelle Mitchell Aug 18, 2021

Wet Nose Wednesday - Luna
Hi there, I'm Luna. I've been at the shelter for a little over two weeks, and I am so ready for my new fur-ever home. If you like to walk, you're going to love me because my leash manners are impeccab...
Michelle Mitchell Aug 17, 2021

Scovill Zoo surpasses 4 million visitors
August 17, 2021 - Since 1967, Scovill Zoo has provided educational experiences for animal lovers of all ages. Today at 10 am, the zoo honored its 4 millionth visitor. The 4 millionth visitor and their...
Michelle Mitchell Aug 17, 2021

Josh Tanner announces candidacy for re-election as Macon County Clerk
August 17, 2021 - Today Josh Tanner announced he will seek re-election as Macon County Clerk. "There have been many challenges in my first term and with the help of my staff and hundreds of election j...
Michelle Mitchell Aug 17, 2021

Macon County CASA receives grants to expand support to DeWitt County
August 17, 2021 - Macon County CASA has been awarded a Core Model Grant from the National Court Appointed Special Advocate/Guardian ad Litem (CASA/GAL) Association for Children as well as a local gran...
Michelle Mitchell Aug 17, 2021

Astronomy Jamboree at Friends Creek Conservation Area
August 16, 2021 - Explore the night sky during the 37th Annual Astronomy Jamboree. This free event will be held at Friends Creek Conservation Area on Saturday, August 21 from 8-10 pm. Enjoy live, acou...
Michelle Mitchell Aug 16, 2021