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News and notes from across our region, courtesy of contributor Nora Maberry-Daniels. Do you have something to report? Email him at [email protected].
Saint Joseph
Wagner Signs and Graphics sells signs honoring former mayor BJ Hackler, who died earlier this month. Alicia Maxey approached the Wagneres about the creation of the signs. “It is to honor a man who dedicated 36 years of his life to serve this community as mayor and 10 as an administrator,” said Wagner.
Ogden
Grade 1 students at Prairieview-Ogden South Elementary School learn about the parts of the plant and their work.
Homer
The village board discussed a business district that would provide funds through a 1% sales tax on certain products sold by local businesses. The village would use the additional tax revenues to meet many of the village’s infrastructure and maintenance needs.
Mohammed
The Mahomet Area Youth Club launched its after-school program, with students participating in team-building games, creating gratitude visuals and starting a sewing project.
Rantoul
Sixth grade students at JW Eater Junior High learned how to play Thunderdome in gym class.
Fithian
Oakwood High School said its annual exchange day – where parents attend their students’ classes – has been postponed until the spring.
Paris
Cargill donated school supplies to the lycée in Paris.
Sidney
The Sidney Christian Church hosted a social hour at its turquoise table on September 15.
Tuscola
The 9/11 ceremony hosted by TK Martin VFW Post 10009 commemorated the Illinois servicemen who died since the terrorist attack 200 years ago.
Cissna Park
On Wednesday, the Cissna Park FFA Chapter – 65 people – will host their annual Canned Food Drive for New Members’ Night to benefit local pantries. Among the items that will be accepted: canned goods, dry goods, paper products, personal hygiene supplies, monetary donations and beverages.
Arthur
The Arthur Rotary Club won the District 6490 Community Service Award for its work with an electronics recycling event in May. Front row: Tanya Walker, Karen Good, Sarah Kitchen, Leroy Allison; back row: John Stewart, Mike Step, Jill Bunker, Julie Paddock, Rick Weger Dave Allen and Kevin Huffman.
Cement
The Bement Public Library will host the Piatt County 4-H STEAM after-school program. Register before September 23.
Catlin
Ryan Gill recently celebrated his 10th anniversary with Catlin Bank.
Arcole
Olivia Gingerich and Mark Truex were named Rotary Seniors of the Month for August.
Westville
Kristen Rhinehart supplied Illini masks to the high school group when he performed on Group Day in the University of Illinois soccer game against Texas San Antonio.
The grove of villas
The Camargo Township District Library will be hosting a cookie class with local pastry chef Mary Enright on October 17th. The cost is $ 25.
Danville
Hubner Industries gave a tour of its facilities to agronomy students from Danville Area Community College.
Broadlands
Senior of the Week at Heritage High School: Lily Ploense. Her study plans include using her bachelor’s degree to become a labor and delivery nurse.
Tilton
A Cruise our Town Tilton event is held Friday and Saturday.
Paxton
The Paxton Area Chamber of Commerce’s downtown Swine and Dine is Saturday.
Georgetown
The Georgetown-Ridge Farm High School volleyball program hosted a “Block Cancer” event against Cissna Park on Tuesday.
Gifford
The Gifford College softball team won an IESA regional championship.
Bismarck
The Bismarck-Henning / Rossville-Alvin Student Council is seeking registrations for the annual Reunion Parade on October 1 from Bismarck Park.
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