The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that certified child passenger safety technicians are offering free car seat safety checks throughout the state as part of Child Passenger Safety Week this week, highlighted by National Seat Check Saturday on Saturday, Sept. 25.
With the nation racing toward civil war, President-elect Abraham Lincoln sat down and wrote an inaugural speech that he hoped would pull America back from the brink. It urged patience. It insisted the North and South must remain friends. It asked everyone to heed their “better angels”.
Illinois Central College has announced the names of students who earned Dean's List honors during the summer 2021 semester. Dean's List recognition is earned with a grade point average between 3.5 and 3.99. Among those named to the honors list are the following area students:
On Friday, September 24, 2021, Heartland Bank and Trust Company will host its “More for You” event. Local offices are extending an open invitation to customers, residents and businesses to join the event online or in-branch. The celebration includes gifts, one-day-only offers and a chance to…
Every region has its own twists on folk and roots music, and the mission of the Red Prairie Ramblers is to celebrate the musical traditions of downstate Illinois. The quartet performs Sept. 30 at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum.
Illinois Central College has announced students who earned President's List honors during the summer 2021 semester. President's List recognition is achieved with a perfect 4.0 grade point average. Among those named to the honors list are the following area students:
Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) has announced the following local students have been named to the summer 2021 President's List:
Washington Town and Country Gardeners invite you to learn about “Bees in your Backyard” at their meeting on Tuesday, September 28, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Fellowship Hall at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 1209 Kingsbury Road, in Washington.
The Friends of Washington Library (FOWL) will sponsor a book sale at the Five Points library. Please wear a mask. The sale will open on Friday, October 22, and will run from 1-5 p.m. All items will be $1 except for the newest best sellers.
Are you ready to take on everyday life with intention and purpose? If so, then this workshop is for you. The Way of the Warrior Leadership Academy will host a series of sessions that will continue throughout the fall season. The first workshop will focus on goal setting and its relationship…
The Washington Chamber of Commerce, along with Washington Community High School and Good Neighbor Days sponsors, are excited to announce a Homecoming fireworks display will be held on Friday, September 24, 2021, after the WCHS Homecoming football game. This year’s fireworks is part of the G…
Washington Specialty Shops will be hosting their annual Autumn Fest on Saturday, September 25 from 4:30-8:00 p.m. at the Square in Washington. Enjoy an early fall evening of local shopping, music and entertainment for the whole family.
Five Points Fridays will conclude its free outdoor concert series September 17 with an acoustic performance by Black Velvet.
This fall, the University of Iowa welcomed the most academically accomplished class in its history for the fifth year in a row. The incoming undergraduate class again topped previous records in achievement with a higher average high school grade-point average (GPA), at 3.81, than any previou…
Five Points Washington will host a Fall Outdoor Market from noon-4 p.m. on Sunday, September 19 in the south parking lot near the Live @ Five sign entrance. It will feature over 40 craft and food vendors, food trucks, a cash bar, balloon artist, face painting and much more.
Set the date for another great all-you-can-eat breakfast fundraiser hosted by Taylor Masonic Lodge 98 on Saturday, September 18 from 7-10 a.m. The breakfast will be held at the lodge located at 119 N. Wilmor Road (between Walgreens and Acrylic Dreams), and will be $8 per person, $4 for child…
In 1879, city councilman Ernest Rapp proposed the construction of a bandstand in the center of the city square for use by the Cornet Band, and his motion failed. Fast forward to June of 1885 and the first bandstand was constructed on the Square at a cost of around $100, which today would be…
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When event coordinator Tom Berlett planned the 20-year anniversary memorial of the destructive events on September 11, 2001, he wanted to honor first responders who go above and beyond to help in time of need. A special recognition was given to nurses who have helped during periods of crisis.
During the final weekend before classes began, this year’s City Tournament between the Beverly Manor, Central Intermediate School, St. Patrick’s and Washington Middle School junior high baseball teams was held August 13-14 at the Washington Park District fields near Lincoln Grade School. A …
Five Points Fridays will continue its free outdoor concert series August 20 with an acoustic performance by Spoony & The Bootleggers. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. for the event, and the performance is scheduled for 6 p.m. The event will be held in the new Five Points Washington outdoor patio…
Anyone who wants to aid in telling the story of the nation’s 16th president has the opportunity when the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum welcomes new volunteers at an orientation session, Wednesday, Sept. 8.
The calendar still says August, but the Illinois Department of Transportation is looking for qualified individuals to apply for seasonal positions to help with snow-and-ice removal across the state through its annual “snowbird” program. The temporary snowplow drivers are hired by IDOT every …
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) last week announced an updated consumption advisory for sport fish caught in Illinois waters, including Lake Michigan. These changes are the result of continued sampling by the Fish Contaminant Monitoring Program (FCMP).
On August 18, 2021, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) joined with Community Navigator, Greater Auburn-Gresham Development Corporation (GAGDC), Chamber 57 and Village of Matteson officials to announce the official opening of the $250 Million Back to Business …
Did you know research shows that 120 minutes a week in nature leads to better health and overall well-being? Youth, parents, families and all – Nature Trails Day is back! Volunteers organizing the September event say they are looking forward to welcoming people with lots of activities that e…
Attention all newly engaged couples — want the chance to win $1,000 off your wedding photography package (it could be free!) and other goodies, plus get tried and true advice on posing, wedding styles and more from experts in the wedding industry?
Central School District 51 is pleased to announce that Ms. Kimberly Martin has accepted the position of assistant principal at Central Intermediate School for the 2021-22 school year. She steps into the position vacated by Ericka Bush, former assistant principal at CIS, who was named the pri…
The American Red Cross will be holding a blood drive on Monday, September 13 from 12:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Five Points, 360 N. Wilmor Rd., Washington. This event is sponsored by St. Mark’s Lutheran Church.
The Ohio Dominican men's golf team set a program record with 10 Golf Coaches Association of America (GCAA) All-American Scholar honorees list.
The Washington Chamber of Commerce and the Washington Park District, along with all Good Neighbor Day sponsors are excited to announce the Family Movie Night to be held on Saturday, August 21, 2021 beginning at 5 p.m. and ending after the movie is over around 9:30 p.m. This year’s Family Mov…
Washington Community High School will formally introduce all of the fall sports participants for the 2021 fall season at the annual Inside Panther Night on Friday, August 20, 2021. The evening will include a meal provided by the WCHS Athletic Booster Club from local food trucks. No tickets r…
The American Red Cross has an emergency need for lifesaving blood amid the ongoing severe blood shortage. Blood donations continue to be critical to meet hospital demand and the public is urged to make an appointment to give now.
Governor JB Pritzker last Friday announced that $40 million in payments are being made to 74 local governments, representing the first wave of more than $742 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) aid to 1,250 small cities, towns and villages across Illinois. These federal relief…
EAST PEORIA – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that the ramps from Pinecrest Drive to eastbound Interstate 74 and from westbound I-74 to Pinecrest in East Peoria will close Aug. 11.
Five Points Washington will be the scene for upbeat jazz on Sunday, August 15. The concert, featuring The Nathan Taylor Band is a free event and will conclude the “Jazz Nights at Five Points” series.
Washington Chiropractic & Massage is excited to be sponsoring the 18th Annual Family Bike Ride as a part of Good Neighbor Days – Summer Long Events on Saturday, August 21.
Teen Midnight Society
Mark your calendars for August 21 and 22, and come out to Washington Park to experience the 2021 Washington Arts Festival.
Grab a lawn chair and head out to 1774 Cruger Road in Washington on August 15.
I have never been a gardener.
A total of 217 undergraduate students enrolled at Western Illinois University were named to the 2021 Summer Dean's List.
State says COVID-19 proving more problematic for those 20 and younger
Central School District 51 is pleased to announce that Mrs. Ericka Bush has accepted the position of principal at Central Intermediate School for the 2021-22 school year. She replaces long time principal Brian Hoelscher, who is taking an assistant principal position at Eureka High School. Mr…
Five Points Washington will wrap up its Jazz Night series on Sunday, October 3.
The 4th Annual Jim Carl Memorial Golf Outing will be held on Saturday, September 11, 2021 at Hillcrest Golf Center in Washington.
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