Events

Parade of Quilts Celebration April 24-27

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Digital Content Producer

Tuesday, April 23rd, 2013, 2:59pm

Parade of Quilts Celebration April 24-27

WHITTINGTON, IL (KFVS) - The Parade of Quilts Celebration will be April 24 through 27 at the Southern Illinois Art and Artisans Center.

Each year the Artisans Center offers a display of unique art quilts created by members of the Illinois Artisans Program. These exceptional quilts encompass both traditional and modern designs and offer a lively look into the art of contemporary quilt making.

The center is located at 14967 Gun Creek Trail in Whittington, Ill.

For more information, you can call 618-629-2220.

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IEMA launches initiative to enhance safety on Illinois campuses

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Digital Content Producer

Monday, April 22nd, 2013, 5:43pm

IEMA launches initiative to enhance safety on Illinois campuses

(KFVS) - The Illinois Emergency Management Agency recently announced an initiative to enhance safety for students, staff and visitors on college and university campuses.

Nine colleges and universities will participate in a pilot of the Ready to Respond Campus program, with a full rollout of the program expected in January 2014.

“The Ready to Respond Campus program will recognize those institutions that meet rigorous standards for ensuring the safety of their students, staff and visitors,” said IEMA Director Jonathon Monken. “The Ready to Respond Campus designation will let current and prospective students and their parents know that safety is a top priority on the campus.”

Schools participating in the pilot program include:

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Mother & Daughter Tea to benefit the Women’s Center

Submitted by James Long, Digital Content Producer

Friday, April 19th, 2013, 11:21am

CARTERVILLE, IL (KFVS) - Ladies of all ages are invited to the Carterville Community Center for a Mother & Daughter Tea to benefit The Women’s Center.

Organizers say the event will be held on on Sunday, April 28, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

The Women’s Center serves seven counties in southern Illinois ~ Franklin, Jackson, Johnson, Perry, Saline, Union and Williamson.

New this year is a silent auction, story time for the youngest ladies, and the Mother’s Day Marketplace.

Cristaudo’s will be catering the event. Entertainment for the tea will be 14-year-old singer/songwriter Hannah Herron, and Southern Illinois Dance Company.

Tickets for the Mother & Daughter Tea are now available at The Women’s Center, 610 S. Thompson Street, Carbondale, IL 62901, by mail, or by contacting Ursini at 618-549-4807 x 228, or wcds@thewomensctr.org.

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Costello announces satellite office hours in Perry County

Submitted by Steve Pobst on Thursday, April 18th, 12:38 pm

RED BUD, IL (KFVS) - State Representative Jerry Costello (D-Smithton) is inviting the public to join him for satellite office hours at various locations throughout the district.

Costello's goal is to increase accessibility and to assist the community.

"Having these satellite office hours thought the district allows me to discuss important issues and talk to residents one-on-one," Costello said in a new release. "By expanding hours, I hope to increase the accessibility and assistance of my office. I encourage members of the community to stop by and visit. I am eager to hear your questions and save you the gas money of making a longer trip."

Representative Costello will be present for satellite office hours from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 25, at Du Quoin City Hall located at 302 East Poplar Street in Du Quoin and from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Pinckneyville City Hall, located at 104 South Walnut Street in Pinckneyville.

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Gov. Quinn kicks off Work Zone Awareness Week

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Digital Content Producer

Tuesday, April 16th, 2013, 3:03pm

Gov. Quinn kicks off Work Zone Awareness Week

(KFVS) - Governor Pat Quinn kicked off Work Zone Awareness Week on Tuesday.

Work Zone Awareness Week is a campaign to get people to slow down and drive safely in highway work zones. The effort is part of the governor's agenda to ensure the safety of all people in every community across Illinois.

The event on Tuesday was held at the site of a $93 million construction project at the I-74 and I-155 interchange in Morton, one of the largest road projects under Governor Quinn's Illinois Jobs Now! capital construction program.

"As we embark on the largest early-season construction program ever, everyone must remember that safety in work zones saves lives," Governor Quinn said. "By slowing down, staying off the phone and moving over for workers, we can reduce the number and severity of work zone crashes."

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Prescription Drug Disposal Day April 27

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Digital Content Producer

Monday, April 15th, 2013, 3:55pm

PINCKNEYVILLE, IL (KFVS) - A Prescription Drug Disposal Day will be Saturday, April 27 in Pinckneyville.

You can bring all of your unused and expired medications, including over-the-counter medication, to the City Hall for safe disposal between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

The City Hall parking lot is located at 104 South Walnut Street.

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Car Craft Street Machine Nationals returning to DuQuoin

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Digital Content Producer

Friday, April 12th, 2013, 5:14pm

Car Craft Street Machine Nationals returning to DuQuoin

DUQUOIN, IL (KFVS) - The Car Craft Street Machine Nationals will return to the DuQuoin State Fairgrounds June 28-30, 2013.

Organizers say the Street Machine Nationals called the DuQuoin State Fairgrounds home for 13 years, ending its run in 1998. This event was legendary for its hardcore horsepower, cool classics and plenty of big block engines. This national celebration of horsepower and dream machines will showcase the same as the grounds will swell with beautiful, high-performance street machines, hot rods and street trucks from across the nation.

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