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Dorothy Ellen Mittl
Dorothy Ellen Mittl, 94, of Rosiclare, IL died Monday, March 23, 2020 at Rosiclare Rehab and Health Care Center. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. Survivors include her children, Barbara Mittl of Harrisburg, IL and Donna Williams of Harrisburg, IL; and granddaughter, Morgan Mittl of Carbondale, IL. She was preceded in death…
Read MoreShawnee National Forest closes some recreation sites
Harrisburg, IL. March 24, 2020 – All developed campgrounds and restrooms managed by the Shawnee National Forest have been closed indefinitely for the health and safety of visitors and staff. This includes: Mississippi Bluffs Ranger District – Johnson Creek Campground, Jackson County – Pine Hills Campground, Union County Hidden Springs Ranger District – Camp Cadiz…
Read MoreSIC Encourages Sense of Community via Social Media While Social Distancing
HARRISBURG, Ill. (March 23, 2020) — Southeastern Illinois College has always prided itself on a sense of “home”. In light of the current COVID-19 crisis and studies being moved to an online format for the remainder of the semester, SIC is doing its best to continue that sense of community by engaging students, staff and…
Read MoreBusinesses in and around Hardin County – changes, closings, & info
If you would like to add your business to this post, or need to update information please let us know: 618-287-2361 or email [email protected] We are trying our best to keep up with it all. Businesses in and around Hardin County: Hardin County Independent – Open! 618-287-2361 [email protected] www.hardincoindependent.com Bella’s Carryout, Rosiclare, Tuesday – Thursday…
Read MoreGov. Pritzker Announces Statewide Stay At Home Order to Maximize COVID-19 Containment, Ensure Health Care System Remains Fully Operational
Order Begins 5 p.m. Saturday Governor Orders Local Governments to Halt Evictions, Bans Gatherings of More Than 10 People Chicago — Following the advice of leading public health experts around the globe, Governor JB Pritzker announced today has signed a statewide stay at home order, aiming to keep new cases of COVID-19 from rapidly…
Read MoreIL Public Health Officials Announce 163 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease (3/20/20)
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today announced 163 new cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including the death of a Cook County woman in her 70s. Three additional counties are now reporting cases; Adams, Christian, and McLean counties. Currently, IDPH is reporting a total of 585 cases in 25 counties…
Read MoreStill no cases in Southern 7 Region; COVID-19 situational update from Southern Seven Health Department’s Executive Director
COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Situational Update from Southern Seven Health Department’s Executive Director – March 20, 2020 To the Residents of the Southern 7 Counties, As the state of Illinois continues to see significant increases in positive COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease) individuals, Southern Seven Health Department, along with our community partners, is closely monitoring new developments. For weeks,…
Read MoreWindhorst directs constituents to latest COVID-19 websites and hotline number; Essential services will remain available
State Rep. Patrick Windhorst (R-Metropolis) has announced the creation of a new website sponsored by Illinois House Republicans that provides the latest news and information related to the coronavirus outbreak and its fallout. “Our staff is working hard to keep members of the House informed and making critical information available to constituents as we work…
Read MoreEmergency Assistance Services grants available for those aged 60+
Shawnee Alliance has received an Emergency Assistance Services grant from Illinois Department on Aging in response to COVID-19. Grant funds will be used to assist older adults 60+ in Shawnee Alliance’s 18-county service area with unmet needs related to COVID-19 and isolation. These unmet needs may include, but are not limited to: Nutritional needs: Groceries/food…
Read MoreGov. Pritzker Announces Series of New Measures to Help Illinoisans Affected by COVID-19
Governor Announces Sales Tax Deferral for Bars and Restaurants, SBA Loan Eligibility, New Grocery Hours for Seniors, Expanded Health Care Services Chicago — As Illinoisans face increasing challenges as a result of the coronavirus, Governor JB Pritzker announced a series of new measures to relieve pressure on small businesses, increase safe opportunities for vulnerable…
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