Chicago Bears Chairman George McCaskey issued a statement Thursday supporting NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell regarding the league’s handling of the Ray Rice situation.
Illinois congressional delegation reacts to Obama
September 11, 2014 By Leave a Comment
CHICAGO (AP) — Some members of Illinois’ congressional delegation appear to be somewhat behind President Obama’s plan for a military campaign to “degrade and ultimately destroy” Islamic State militants in two Middle East nations.
In an address to the nation Wednesday, Obama announced he was dispatching nearly 500 more U.S. troops to Iraq to assist that country’s besieged security forces.
Congressman Adam Kinzinger, a Republican from Channahon, said the nation must be focused on eradicating the threat of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria, and “strong leadership from President Obama will be key in the coming weeks and months.”
In his statement after Obama’s speech, Kinzinger said no options should be off the table in the destruction of ISIS.
US. Sen. Dick Durbin said although he remains resolute no ground troops be used, it is critical the U.S. work jointly with international partners to contain and eliminate ISIS.
Echoing Durbin, 10th District Democratic Congressman Brad Schneider also said he is opposed to the use of U.S. ground troops against ISIS. He added the battle against ISIS must be thoughtful and sustained.
Four area hospitals assist RLC in Rural Health Experience
September 11, 2014 By Leave a Comment
INA – Four students got up close and personal with their chosen health profession, thanks to the Rural Health Experience program, sponsored by the South Central Illinois Area Health Education Center (SCI-AHEC) and hosted at four local hospitals.
The Rural Health Experience program is a three- to five-day immersion program wherein students shadow health professionals and others in a rural area. It is intended for college, graduate, or professional-level students in their first or second year in a health profession program to learn about the health care system in a rural community. The local hospitals serve as host sites for the students, connecting them to various health care organizations during their study.
Washington County Hospital in Nashville hosted Mariah Sisson of Virden. Sisson is currently enrolled in the RMED (Rural Medical Education) program at the University of Illinois, College of Medicine. Also enrolled in U of I, College of Medicine’s RMED program is Cameron Overcash of Ottawa. Overcash attended the Rural Health Experience program at Pana Community Hospital in Pana.
“Although I myself might not be making home care visits in the future, I now have a newfound respect for these dedicated nurses who do make these visits,” said Overcash of his time at Pana Community Hospital. “I don’t think I would have ever known exactly what these nurses do if it wasn’t for this opportunity.”
Crawford Memorial Hospital in Robinson hosted Linda Nystrom of Western Springs. Nystrom is currently enrolled in the Family Nurse Practitioner program at North Park University in Chicago.
Kelly Kyle of Crawfordsville, Ind., attended the Rural Health Experience program at St. Mary’s Hospital in Centralia. Kyle is currently enrolled in the PA (Physician’s Assistant) program at Butler University in Indianapolis, Ind.
Of her experience, Kyle said, “I not only got to experience the overall ideal of what it took for the hospital to run, but I also began to complete the puzzle of the many roles and responsibilities of each health care team member who I had the privilege of shadowing.”
For more information about SCI-AHEC or the Rural Health Experience program, contact Kelli Stover at 618-437-5321, Ext. 1280 or stoverk@rlc.edu.
Illinois paychecks shrink
September 11, 2014 By Leave a Comment
Illinoisans enjoyed a larger paycheck than their Iowa counterparts for 30 years – until 2012.
For the first time ever, the median household in Iowa surpassed its Illinois counterpart, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
Congressman Gray’s family donates land to Morthland College
September 11, 2014 By Leave a Comment
The widow of late Congressman Ken Gray is donating land near the city’s industrial park to Morthland Business Enterprises.
Here’s the story in the West Frankfort Daily American.
Industry to seek changes in ‘fracking’ rules
September 11, 2014 By Leave a Comment
CHICAGO (AP) — Supporters of high-volume oil and gas extraction said Wednesday that they’ll seek dozens of changes in proposed rules governing the practice in Illinois that they believe violate a hard-won compromise between industry and environmentalists.
Here’s a link to the story in the Bloomington Pantagraph.
Illinoisans mark 13th anniversary of 9/11
September 11, 2014 By Leave a Comment
PEORIA, Ill. (AP) — Flags were flying at half-staff Thursday in Illinois to commemorate the thirteenth anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 terror attacks, and ceremonies were held across the state.
U. of I. trustees vote 8-1 to reject Salaita
September 11, 2014 By Leave a Comment
The University of Illinois board of trustees today formally voted against the appointment of controversial professor Steven Salaita.
Here’s the story in the Chicago Tribune.
Obituary – Ila Faye Cox – Zeigler
September 9, 2014 By Leave a Comment
Ila Faye Cox, 63, of Zeigler, IL, passed away at 7 a.m. on September 6, 2014 at Benton Rehabilitation and Nursing Home, in Benton, IL.
Ila was born August 24, 1951 in Plattsburg, MO, the daughter of Ada Pierson Edwards, of Mounds, MO.
She was a maintenance worker at Pepsi.
She was married to Richard Cox and he preceded her in death.
Ila is survived by a son, William Cox, of Alabama and a brother, Frank (Linda) Arnold, of Sesser, IL. She is also survived by six brothers and sisters. She was preceded in death by her husband and three brothers.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, September, 13, at 12 noon at Brayfield-Gilbert Funeral Home in Sesser with Brother Mark Miller officiating. Visitation will be on Saturday, September 13, 2014 from 10 a.m until the time of service at noon.
In Lieu of flowers donations can be made to the family and will be accepted at the funeral home.
Brayfield-Gilbert Funeral Home, in Sesser, is in charge of arrangements.
For more information go to www.gilbertfuneralhomes.com
Obituary – Faye Ailene Willmore – Sesser, IL
September 4, 2014 By Leave a Comment
Sesser- Faye Ailene Willmore, 83, of Mt. Vernon, formerly of Sesser, went to be with her Lord and Savior Monday, September 1, 2014 at Countryside Manor in Mt Vernon, IL.
Faye was born March 15, 1931 in rural Geff, IL to Ralph and Anna (McNeal) Beck.
She grew up on the family farm in Wayne County with her four sisters. She married Chester E. Willmore on May 9, 1948 at her parents’ home and they enjoyed 37 years of marriage until 1985 when she lost Chet, the love of her life, to illness.
Faye was a homemaker and beautician, operating Faye’s Beauty Shop in rural Sesser for over 20 years. She was a wonderful and caring mother to her four sons and gracious, Christian Soul to those who knew her.
She was of the Baptist faith and a member of the Park Avenue Baptist Church in Mt. Vernon and former member of the First Baptist Church in Sesser. She was an avid quilter for many years, crafting everything from utilitarian comforters for use at home, to exquisite works of art with her skills in quilting, embroidery, cross-stitching and applique. All of her grandchildren received a handmade quilt and many of her extended family and friends were gifted with baby quilts. There will be a display of her quilts at the funeral home. The family asks any friends and family who wish to bring one of Faye’s quilts for the display to please do so.
Faye is survived by her four sons, Jerry and Lisa Willmore of Hockley, TX; William (Tom) and Joann Willmore of Mt Vernon, IL; David and Bonnie Willmore of Valier, IL; and Jeffrey and Jennifer Willmore of Tempe, AZ. Two sisters Joyce (Bob) Caudle and Norma Lee Koontz, both of Fairfield, IL.
Grandchildren Larry Willmore, Heather (Andy) Adams, Kenny Willmore, Nick (Kristie) Turner, Mary Jo (Ryan) Thompson, Amanda (Will) Bolyard, Kyle (Kailey) Willmore, Dayne (Elisha) Willmore, Zachary Willmore and Lucas Willmore; and several great grandchildren and nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Chester, sisters Bernadine Beck and Doris Kidd, and second husband Douglas Guy.
Funeral Services will be on Friday September 5, 2014 at 10:00 A.M. at the Brayfield-Gilbert Funeral Home in Sesser, IL, with Pastor Gary Davenport officiating. Interment will be at the Maple Hill Cemetery in Sesser. Visitation will be on Thursday September 4, 2014 from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the donor’s choice and will be accepted at the funeral home.
For more information go to www.gilbertfuneralhomes.com
