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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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.
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...
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...
Jun 10, 2021