Sullivan's Rylee Long to play softball at Millikin Jun 18, 2009
DECATUR -- Recent Sullivan graduate Rylee Long is to continue her softball career the Millikin University in Decatur ... Long is to be joining a team that includes Decatur St. Teresa s Whitney Potter. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Right at home Jun 17, 2009
Johnston, of Decatur, won the girls division by 19 strokes with a score of 95 and played a good portion of her round in the rain. It was pretty wet and hard to hit through the rough sometimes, Johnston said. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
OUR VIEW: New medical building a good sign for SBLHC Jun 16, 2009
medic57 wrote on Jun 12, 2009 5:39 PM:" CognitusOnce again the word Moron makes sense, CERTAIN ILLNESSES AND INJURIES ARE REQUIRED (YES, THAT'S THE CORRECT WORD) REQUIRED BY LAW TO BE TRANSFERRED TO CARLE.Mattoon transfers to Carle, Paris transfers to Carle, Decatur transfers to Carle, Springfield transfers to Carle, St. Anthony's transfers to Carle.What part of the "Transfer to Level 1 Trauma Center Law do you not understand. " Interested Observer wrote on Jun 13, 2009 5:37 AM:" SBLHC is a fine... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Round-by-round results Jun 16, 2009
Chicago Cubs -- Blair Springfield, INF, MacArthur HS, Decatur, Ill 231. Los Angeles Angels -- Jon Karcich, SS, Santa Clara. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Unit 5 union turns down tentative agreement on 3-year contract Jun 3, 2009
Decatur schools pay there aides based on degrees and experience. If u have a BS or BA degree they make around 19. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Arthur photographer pursues photos as fine art in trip West Jun 1, 2009
The pursuit of art requires a huge 1950s vintage German Linhof camera he found in Decatur, which is fed with fat black-and-white film negatives measuring 4-by-5 inches. It s hands-on, back-to-basics photography that necessitates darkrooms, chemicals and that peculiar blend of alchemy that appears to float wet and dripping images out of thin air. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
IHSA boys' track finals results May 31, 2009
Shelby, Zhitavion (Decatur MacArthur) - 21-09 8 ... Shelby, Zhitavion (Decatur MacArthur) - 45-11. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Cloud From Illinois Continues to Hang Over Burris May 29, 2009
Associated Press writer David Mercer in Decatur, Ill. contributed to this report. (Newsmax)
Burris blames lawmakers May 29, 2009
talks with reporters outside of the Keil Building on Wednesday after meeting with local school officials in Decatur. (Lee News Service/Stephen Haas). (The Pantagraph newspaper)
AP Interview: Burris didn't volunteer extra info May 28, 2009
"You're being asked questions and one thing you don't do is to try to volunteer information that wasn't asked," Burris said at a union hall in Decatur. "There was no obligation there.". (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Market Forecaster May 27, 2009
Poet LLC, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, is the largest ethanol company, followed by Decatur, Illinois-based Archer Daniels Midland Co.. Midwest Market Solutions is the leading edge in commodity marketing and trading. (Midwest Bulls Eye, NE)
Police: Four juveniles arrested in Bloomington burglary May 27, 2009
GrnEggsNham wrote on May 26, 2009 5:13 PM:" Nonya FYI : Theres one in Decatur and another in Clinton ! ". not so political wrote on May 26, 2009 4:58 PM:" Bloomington is getting as bad as Le Roy with the kids crimes !! ". (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Flick: All of Obama's mail first read by a B-N man May 24, 2009
-- Next time you get nailed on police radar, besides curse words, think also of Decatur. The modern-day radar gun was first created there, conceived and developed at the company Decatur Electronics. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
27 from area in Class 1A state track meet May 21, 2009
16 Tuesday at Millikin University in the Decatur Herald & Review Area Best meet ... Her time at Decatur would place her fourth. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Freedom Quest holds rally for improved services for developmentally disabled May 21, 2009
Walker, a Decatur native who has cerebral palsy, said during her presentation to the audience that the developmentally disabled have long been trained to smile and think everything is all right when they should be rallying and fighting for their rights instead. We are tired of being treated like we are second class citizens, like we don t belong in the regular community, Walker said. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Class A state meet looks as strong as it ever has May 21, 2009
For Newton, which broke the 4x400-meter relay record at the Decatur Herald & Review Area Best meet this week with a time of 4:07, it s simply business as usual. The Eagles finished sixth last year and may have enough depth to do well again. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
League Honors May 20, 2009
Senior Brandon Haveman led the Big Ten in batting average in league games for a second consecutive season. COLUMBUS, Ohio - Purdue senior has been named first team All-Big Ten, the league office announced at the conference tournament banquet on Tuesday. (Purduesports.com)
Best of Big A: Ice cream May 19, 2009
Jake s in Decatur is by far the best ice cream in Atlanta ... JAKE S ICE CREAM Try either in Decatur or Irwin Street Market Brown Sugah Vanilla and Banana Split are the best ... However since this is LOCAL favorites I will go for Jakes - but fellow Jakes lovers beware of the one in Decatur on N. Decatur Road - 1st time icecream was WAY too soft 2nd + 3rd there were ice chunks. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Storms bring heavy rain, flooding May 16, 2009
Ameren reported nearly 13,000 people were without power Friday evening, with many outages concentrated around Decatur and Champaign. Virtually all power was restored by 10 p.m.. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Legion junior members attend state conference May 16, 2009
STRASBURG Members of the American Legion Auxiliary Liberty Unit 289 attended the 55th Annual Department of Illinois Junior Conference held in Decatur on April 18-19. Past Honorary Department Junior President Hannah Layton called the conference to order and handed the gavel to Department Honorary Junior President Jessica Rosenquist, who presided over the conference. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Charleston students receive awards at honors night May 15, 2009
- Lake Land College, Foundation Scholarship, Grunloh Construction, Tyler Fisher; First National Bank of Mattoon, Karly Phillips; First Mid-Illinois Bank & Trust, Noah Spence; Decatur Law Firm of Robbins, Schwartz, Nichols, Lifton & Taylor, Jennifer Harper; Talented Student Award, Lauren Siddens, Samantha Garcia. -Charleston Education Association/Diane Schmitz Memorial Scholarship, Olivia Ebinger. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
New middle class sectional has high class newcomers May 15, 2009
Last year s sectional runner-up Decatur MacArthur has been moved to another site in this revamped three-class system, but Big 12 champion Bloomington, which comes under the cutoff between 2A and 3A, is no bargain replacement for competitors. The Lady Raiders are an added feature for the meet scheduled to begin at 4:30 p.m. today with field events and running preliminaries to start at 5 at Mattoon s Gaines Field. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Phillips' 2 wins lead Green Wave to third place at Big 12 meet May 15, 2009
Decatur MacArthur 51; 7 ... Decatur Eisenhower 2. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Drug resistance education graduates DARE to fly May 14, 2009
The Experimental Aircraft Association s Decatur chapter provided the flights as part of their Young Eagles program, which teaches youths about aviation ... Durbin, who is the Young Eagles coordinator for EEA s Decatur chapter, said he recently took his 1,000th child on a flight through the program. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Corrections chief not surprised by Quinn's plan for replacement May 13, 2009
Richie wrote on May 12, 2009 6:00 PM:" To Lover 10...Walker grew up in Decatur and still resides there. He was a figurehead as the agency's decisions were made by Blago and a woman from Chicago that no one in corrections could stand. But when you are appointed you have to do what the boss says...unfortunately it was for our future imprisoned governor Blago. In my opinion, it takes someone from within corrections to run it. It is a beast in its own way! Probably not all but I know of many... (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Charleston roundup May 13, 2009
CHARLESTON Bridget Singer scored two goals while Soveig Gudmundsdottir had a goal and an assist in Charleston s 3-0 girls soccer win over Decatur MacArthur Tuesday. The Lady Trojans, 10-5-4, dominated to the point McArthur did not manage a shot attempt in the second half. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Home sales rise in 17 states as foreclosures depress prices May 13, 2009
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CHART: Metro area median home prices May 13, 2009
Home sales rise in 17 states as foreclosures depress prices - USATODAY.com. Get information on education programs that could help you increase your earning power. (USA Today -- Money)
Wave baseball stops Decatur MacArthur in five innings May 12, 2009
MATTOON -- Mattoon coach Mark Jackley shuffled his lineup for his team s Big 12 Conference baseball game against Decatur MacArthur on Monday afternoon. The usual No. 9 and No. 8 hitters batted 1-2 for the Green Wave with the usual leadoff batter toward the end of the lineup in the eighth spot. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
BOBA: Best ribs May 12, 2009
Hodges on Candler Road in Decatur ... His name is anthony berry in the Decatur, No he not have shop, But he has the Best RIB in Town, ASk anybody in Decatur ... Maddy s on Scott Blvd in Decatur has the best Ribs. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Basham's new role sparks 5-0 Lady Wave win over Centennial May 12, 2009
For instance, Centennial, now just 3-21, was no easy mercy-rule laugher on Monday but Mattoon showed progress after surviving a six error game when beating Decatur Eisenhower on Saturday. Reynae pitched a great game and we didn t make any errors, Basham said. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Family honored for courage in face of disease May 9, 2009
DECATUR Doug Scherer is on prayer lists from California to Israel. The 59-year-old Decatur man is battling Lou Gehrig s disease, also known as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis ... A Decatur city bus driver for 31 years, Scherer was never ill. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Century 21 council presents excellence honors May 9, 2009
The council includes Century 21 offices in Peoria, Galesburg, Rockford, Bloomington, Decatur, Champaign and Mattoon. Century 21, Hutton-Matheny Realty, Inc. celebrated 30 years of service on April 2. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Mattoon roundup May 8, 2009
We still have Danville, Decatur Eisenhower and Urbana, all conference contenders, to play yet ... Mattoon has a record of 7-0 in the Big 12 conference and is to face Decatur Eisenhower on Saturday, another Big 12 contender ... The Green Wave now has a record of 4-5 and is to travel today to Decatur McArthur for a 4:30 p.m. match time. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Northern Illinois company ready to purchase Wildwood Industries May 8, 2009
Attempts to reach Moglia and his attorney, Jeffrey Richardson of Decatur, for comment were unsuccessful Thursday. Attempts to reach officials at a bankruptcy trustee regional office in Indianapolis also were unsuccessful. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
OUR VIEW: Modified EIU energy center worth pursuing May 7, 2009
Mike P wrote on May 6, 2009 3:14 PM:" Last year I read about a company being the first to do geothermal on a large enough scale to be used in an apartment complex. I think it was around Decatur. ". bigapple wrote on May 6, 2009 3:35 PM:" Perpetual Motion Motors? Lol. There is no such thing as a true perpetual motion motor because according to the law of thermodynamics perpetual motion is not possible. Anything you come across in a google search that claims to be a perpetual motion or free energy... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Prisons in Pontiac, Lincoln and Dwight could get more workers May 6, 2009
The Decatur Women's Correctional Center would see a drop of four workers. Others pegged for decreases include Menard, Tamms and Vienna correctional centers. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Fishing lures a new type of athlete into IHSA competition May 5, 2009
DECATUR As fish always swim in schools, perhaps it s only natural schools should go fishing ... Die-hard fisherman Darren Gates of Decatur operated the boat and provided the equipment for the winning Meridian High School team in the Lake Shelbyville Bass Fishing Sectional which involved his 15-year-old son, Kyle, and his friend Caleb Brown, 16. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Consumer advocates take another shot at payday lenders May 3, 2009
Consumer groups held a packed news conference in Springfield last week that included a contingent from Decatur ... Bruce Williams, a member of Decatur Central Christian Church, said the debt can be crippling. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Gay couples keep Iowa's border counties busy May 1, 2009
And in Decatur County, four couples have applied, all from bordering Missouri. Out-of-staters made up a far smaller percentage of applicants in Polk County, Iowa's largest-population county. (Sioux City Journal)
Gay Couples Cross State Lines for Iowa Weddings May 1, 2009
Both applications filed Monday in Worth County were from Minnesotans, and Missouri couples filed all four applications that day in Decatur County. Out-of-staters accounted for only five of the 95 applications received Monday through Wednesday in central Polk County, which includes Des Moines. (Fox News)
Meacham, Zurrer Earn Top Honor at Scholar-Athlete Reception Apr 29, 2009
Gymnastics Senior Brit Miller (Decatur, Ill. Football Sophomore Abe Souza (St. (Fightingillini.com)
Illini's Brit Miller feels emotional rollercoaster that is the NFL draft Apr 28, 2009
He has moved back to Decatur and says his five-year-old daughter, Tori, is a handful. What I d still like to do is work with some of the high school linebackers in the area and coach them, maybe pass along the things I ve learned. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Former police chief researches 1888 murder Apr 20, 2009
The trial, which involved well-known attorneys from across Illinois, was covered by Decatur newspapers. Mounce was held in a Decatur jail, to prevent his lynching ... Sue Ridgley, a retired Decatur School District teacher, began looking into her familys roots this past winter, after she broke her shoulder. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Decatur company retails meth scanner for police Apr 13, 2009
DECATUR -- A Decatur company is retailing a new device that uses the forces of light to help police get methamphetamine off the street. Decatur Electronics, the company that created the first police speed radar gun, is now selling the ID2 Meth Scanner ... The new device isnt cheap, with Decatur Electronics describing its price as less than $5,000 a unit, but the company says the machines versatility, usefulness and economy over the long run will make it very attractive to law... (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Bloomington once a stop on electric railway system Apr 12, 2009
Bloomington was one of six Central Illinois cities (Peoria, Springfield, Decatur, Champaign and Danville being the other five) served by the interurban Illinois Traction System (ITS) ... Illinois Traction, with the slogan The Road of Good Service, ran from Danville to Champaign and then Decatur ... The other line from Decatur went west to Springfield. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Charleston council allowing first Lake Island lease to expire Apr 9, 2009
Murray said the clinic would be modeled after and associated with the Community Health Improvement Center in Decatur, which operates the satellite Frances Nelson Health Center in Champaign. In other matters, the council authorized a 62,500 settlement with the city s former insurance carrier, Selective Insurance, regarding a lawsuit. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Man shoots 4 relatives, then himself in Ala. Apr 8, 2009
(Brennen Smith/The Decatur Daily via associated press) By Associated Press / April 8, 2009. . (Boston Globe)
4 Killed In Ala. Home; Suspect Later Found Dead Apr 8, 2009
Kevin Garner had worked at a Decatur chemical plant and Tammy Garner had been employed at a Huntsville department store. In the divorce file, Tammy Garner sought custody of their daughter and alleged that her husband "has been both physically and emotionally abusive." He accused her of adultery. (CBS News -- US)
Temples, family, friends enjoy Hall of Fame day Apr 7, 2009
Decatur St. Teresa coach Scott Davis and retired Pekin coach Dale Patton were other good friends Temples got to see at the ceremony. The coach of Mattoon s Big 12 Conference foe Normal was there, too. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
FutureGen will benefit from ADM project, say officials Apr 7, 2009
DECATUR The carbon sequestration storage project under way at Archer Daniels Midland Co. could have a benefit well beyond Decatur ... All eyes are on this project right here in Decatur, said U.S. Rep ... Developers of another clean-coal project slated to be built in Decatur are waiting for financial backing before it can move forward. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Edgar: Reason to be optimistic in future Apr 7, 2009
TODAY'S HEADLINES SPECIAL SECTION ONLINE POLL ONLINE EXTRAS SITE TOOLS OTHER LINKS. - While acknowledging Illinois has gone through a difficult period in state politics, former Gov. Jim Edgar says there is reason to be hopeful about the state's future. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Eagle River actress to perform in play to be broadcast on the Internet Apr 4, 2009
Eagle River native Amanda Keck will be performing in a groundbreaking theater production this weekend at Richland Community College in Decatur, Ill. Keck, a 1999 graduate of Northland Pines High School, will actually be performing for two audiencesone in the theater in Decatur and the other watching live on the Internet ... Eagle River native Amanda Keck will be performing in a groundbreaking theater production this weekend at Richland Community College in Decatur, Ill. (Forest Republican, WI)
Caterpillar starts layoffs weeks early Apr 4, 2009
DECATUR (AP) Caterpillar is speeding up layoff plans at a central Illinois plant, letting go of more than 1,000 workers two weeks early with pay ... -based heavy equipment manufacturer started sending the workers from its Decatur plant home on Thursday ... Layoffs in Decatur are part of more than 24,000 job cuts the company is making worldwide. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Quinn signs $8.3 billion road construction bill Apr 4, 2009
"This is a significant beginning," AFL-CIO leader and Decatur Mayor Michael Carrigan said at a news conference Friday ... Repairs would be made to Interstate 74 in the Quad Cities, and $3 million will be spent resurfacing three miles of Illinois 105 in Decatur. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Caterpillar accelerates layoff plans Apr 4, 2009
-based heavy equipment manufacturer started sending the workers from its Decatur plant home on Thursday ... Layoffs in Decatur are part of more than 24,000 job cuts the company is making worldwide. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Retiring detective to serve as Moweaqua chief Apr 4, 2009
The town is small but it gets a lot of traffic due to its location about 15 minutes south of Decatur, he said. Howard Wise, a trustee with the Moweaqua Village Board, said the board was impressed by Paddock s extensive experience and his performance during the interviews for the chief s post. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Disney cuts jobs at parks in U.S. Apr 4, 2009
heavy equipment manufacturer started sending workers home from its Decatur plant on Thursday. The company had planned to keep them on through April 13. (Insight on the News)
Laegeler named Missouri Valley Conference Golfer of the Week Apr 3, 2009
ST. LOUIS - , a senior from Decatur, Ill. won the 36-hole Saluki Invitational. (Siusalukis.com)
Jobless rate in area up slightly Apr 1, 2009
0 percent, Decatur 10. 0 percent and Springfield 7. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Lobbyists rake in $6M from cities, local governments Apr 1, 2009
The report notes that the City of Decatur paid 30,000 last year to Illinois Strategies, a lobbying firm that employed former state Rep. Julie Curry at the time. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Jibby's: A piece of Sullivan's history takes on a new look Mar 29, 2009
Also, a theater stage light is located in the evening lounge area and was purchased secondhand from Ryan s theater of Decatur, he said. In the bar, the railing is from the original Jibby s, he said, although it was reconfigured and polished. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Lady Tigers Continue Spring Season with a Pair of Matches on Saturday Mar 28, 2009
The 2009 C-USA regular season co-champions and C-USA Tournament champions will head to Decatur, Ala. to take on Vanderbilt which kicks off at 10:30 a.m. and Samford at 2:00 p.m.. (Gotigersgo.com)
Princeton Jaycees receive recognition Mar 26, 2009
The Illinois Jaycee 2008 Year-End Banquet was held Jan. 16-18 in Decatur. At that banquet, the Princeton Jaycees, along with some of its members, received recognition for hard work and dedication during the third trimester of 2008. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Man found in lake was wanted by police, had mental health issues Mar 26, 2009
BLOOMINGTON -- A 61-year-old Decatur man found dead in a submerged car in Evergreen Lake on Tuesday was being sought by police for allegedly violating his probation on a domestic battery charge ... McKinnon left the Heritage Behavioral Health Center an inpatient treatment facility in Decatur on Feb. 19, said Decatur Police Lt. David Dickerson on Wednesday ... The next day, a Ford dealership in Decatur gave McKinnon the white Focus as a loaner car while his own vehicle was being repaired,... (The Pantagraph newspaper)
