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Gov. Pritzker Releases Updated Statewide Model, Regional Metrics for Restore Illinois Health Regions
Chicago – As top researchers from Illinois’ higher education institutions continue to build out and improve the state’s coronavirus model with real-time data, Governor JB Pritzker released an updated statewide model and regional metrics tracking progress in the Restore Illinois reopening plan. STATEWIDE MODEL Compared to the previous model forecasts which predicted…
Read MoreHoward Hall
Howard Hall, 93, of Elizabethtown, IL died Friday, May 8, 2020 at South Gate Nursing and Rehab in Metropolis, IL. He was a member of Mt. Zion General Baptist Church, United States Army Veteran, member of VFW, American Legion and Cave-In-Rock Masonic Lodge Number 444. Survivors include his brother, Gary Hall; and many nieces; nephews;…
Read MoreSchedule for Hardin County students to turn in school books, property and finished assignments
Hardin County School will begin collecting books, Chrome Books, and any finished assignments May 11-15 using the following schedule and locations: Monday (5/11) – Bus routes: Carlta, Mary, Alice. There will also be a table set up with school staff to accept books at the Sheriff’s office from 9 a.m. to noon. Tuesday…
Read MoreSouthern Seven Reports First COVID-19 Case in Pope County
5/7/20 – 2:00 PM – COVID-19 Update for the Southern Seven Region Southern Seven Health Department confirms 11 new cases of COVID-19 in the Southern Seven region, including the first case in Pope County. The individual is a male in his 40’s. All persons are being isolated. The newly confirmed cases are as follows:…
Read MoreGovernor Pritzker announces Restore Illinois: A Public Health Approach To Safely Reopen Our State
Restore Illinois is a Five-Phase, Regional Plan for Saving Lives, Livelihoods, and Safely Reopening Illinois Chicago – Building on data, science, and guidance from public health experts and after consulting with stakeholders across the state, Governor JB Pritzker announced Restore Illinois, a five-phase plan focused on saving lives, livelihood, and safely reopening Illinois. “”We have…
Read MoreObituary of Frances Garland Brown
On Saturday, May 2, 2020, Frances Garland Brown passed away at the age of 103. Frances was born on March 6, 1917 in Rosiclare, where she lived her entire life. She married K.C. Brown on April 15, 1936. She and K.C. had three sons, Bill, Bob and Joe. Frances and K.C. were married for 76…
Read MoreJames Ronald “Ronnie” Walker
James Ronald “Ronnie” Walker, age 75, of Brookport died, Wednesday, April 29, 2020 at Mt. Vernon Nursing and Rehab in Mt. Vernon, IN. Ronnie was born November 23, 1944 to the late Henry Dallas and Ophelia (Taber) Walker in Carrsville, KY. He was a Vietnam U.S. ARMY Veteran. Ronnie is survived by five brothers; Kenneth…
Read MoreBrenda Ilene Wiseman
Brenda Ilene Wiseman, 76, of Metropolis, Illinois died Friday, May 1, 2020 at Metropolis Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Due to current health and safety directives, the services for Brenda will be private. Burial will be in the Metropolis Memorial Gardens with Rev. Keith Tilford officiating. Brenda is survived by her children, Tim (Tonya) Wiseman, Tom…
Read MoreObituary of Bernard R. “Bernie” Volkert
Bernard R. “Bernie” Volkert, 96 of Elgin, passed away on April 26, 2020, in Elgin, Illinois. Bernie was born February 6, 1924 in Rosiclare, Illinois, the son of Charles F. and Mary Agnes (Forwe) Volkert. He was a veteran of the United States Army, serving in the 10th Mountain Division during World War II. Bernie…
Read MoreObituary of Harvey Wayne Kaylor
Harvey Wayne Kaylor, 86, Altus, passed away on Sunday, April 26, 2020 at his home. Private family services will be webcasted at 2:00 p.m., Friday, May 1, 2020 with Bobby Laws and Corky Grigsby officiating. Burial will follow in the Altus City Cemetery with military honors and Masonic rites under the direction of the Kincannon…
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