Author Archives: Michelle Mitchell

Pritzker expected to sign bill that would end use of isolation, prone physical restraint in Illinois schools
June 15, 2021 - The Illinois legislature has put an end to the practice of isolating children in "quiet rooms" and the usage of prone physical restraint. State Representative Jonathan Carroll, D- Nort...
Michelle Mitchell Jun 15, 2021

Fort Daniels Conservation Area hosting upcoming Creek Walk
June 15, 2021 - Explore Big Creek at Fort Daniel Conservation Area during a Creek Walk on Sunday, June 27 at 2 pm. During this naturalist-led activity, visitors will walk in and along the creek to lea...
Michelle Mitchell Jun 15, 2021

Decatur Arts & Vaccination Project artists selected
June 14, 2021 - As restrictions are lifted, the arts and culture sector in Illinois recognizes that continuing to get their audiences and communities vaccinated is important for safely getting back to...
Michelle Mitchell Jun 14, 2021

Millikin names Shannon Cook Artist-in-Residence at University's Blue Connection
June 14, 2021 - Millikin University's Art Department and Center for Entrepreneurship have named Shannon Cook the 2021 Robert Harrison Crowder Artist-in-Residence at Blue Connection, Millikin's student...
Michelle Mitchell Jun 14, 2021

Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater announces 95Q Fan Appreciation Concert Featuring Chase Rice with Jerrod Niemann
June 14, 2021 - The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater in Decatur, Illinois, is proud to announce the 95Q Fan Appreciation Concert Featuring Chase Rice with special guest Jerrod Niemann Thursday, July 29 at...
Michelle Mitchell Jun 14, 2021

Decatur Park District to resume normal operations
June 11, 2021 - With Decatur entering Phase 5 of the Restore Illinois Plan today, the Decatur Park District's recreational opportunities and facilities will resume normal operation, following the CDC,...
Michelle Mitchell Jun 11, 2021

Nominations open for State Fair Museum Foundation's Illinoisan of the Day program
June 11, 2021 - The Illinois State Fair Museum Foundation today announced they are seeking individuals to spotlight during the Illinois State Fair as an Illinoisan of the Day. The Illinoisan of the Da...
Michelle Mitchell Jun 11, 2021

LISTEN: MacArthur ag teacher Hannah Sawyer
June 11, 2021 - Hannah Sawyer joined Byers & Co to talks about her background in ag, what led her to her position as the ag teacher at MacArthur, and some unique experiences for students.
Michelle Mitchell Jun 11, 2021

IDPH will make COVID-19 tests available to elementary schools
June 10, 2021 - Elementary school students will soon be eligible for COVID-19 testing, joining middle schools and high schools throughout the state in an effort to limit the spread of the virus. The I...
Michelle Mitchell Jun 10, 2021

Mike Noonan named Head Boys' Basketball Coach at St. Teresa High School
June 10, 2021 - Mike Noonan was recently appointed to the position of Head Boys' Basketball Coach at St. Teresa High School for the 2021-2022 school year. He replaces Tom Noonan, who served as Head Co...
Michelle Mitchell Jun 10, 2021