It’s a lot of work and a lot of fun being president of the Illinois State Medical Society. The northern Illinois emergency physician who is in charge until April says the state’s financial condition is, of course, all-encompassing. It’s a year to celebrate at ISMS; the organization is 175 years old and was founded by…… MORE
Time to submit your nominations
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ News There is still time left to get your nomination for the person you think should win this year’s Athena Award. Nomination forms can be picked up at the Chamber office at 210 N. Plum Street and must be completed by November 2. Both women and men are eligible for nomination for…… MORE
OSF employee recognized
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ News The OSF Saint James – John W. Albrecht Medical Center fourth quarter Achievers In Mission (A.I.M.) for Excellence Award recipient is Pontiac’s Caitlyn White. White, who is a diet clerk, has been an OSF Saint James employee for five years and was selected for her many wonderful and caring qualities. With…… MORE
Teen driving deaths DOWN
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ News Secretary of State Jesse White kicked off National Teen Driver Safety Week by announcing that teen driving deaths are down by nearly 60 percent in Illinois, a new low since Illinois’ nationally recognized Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) program took effect in 2008. According to the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT),…… MORE
Jock Jibberish: Most popular Halloween costumes for adults
This morning on Jock Jibberish, Todd and Cynthia are discussing the top ten Halloween costumes for adults. From Batman to Star Wars characters to, gasp, political personalities, there will be a plethora of characters walking the streets and combing the parties on October 31st. What goes into your thought process when preparing for Halloween? Do…… MORE
There’s always hope for the Cubbies
By Mark Myre/WJEZ Sports Being a lifetime Cubs fan, this series doesn’t surprise me. Playoff baseball is simple – it’s all about pitching. The series shows great New York arms, with young Cubs making a lot of mistakes. It’s not over until it’s over, but it doesn’t look good for the Cubs. I would hope…… MORE
Jock Jibberish: What NOT to do in social situations
Tune in this morning for Jock Jibberish with Todd and Cynthia. Today’s topic is “The Five Creepiest Things You can do in a Social Situation.” Here’s the thing. This study was done recently through Knox College here in Illinois, because who wants to think they’re creepy? What are situations that you’ve been in where you’ve…… MORE
Here’s what’s happening in the State of Illinois
For the first time in a long time, state lawmakers will be in Springfield Oct. 20 and could address changes to a child care subsidy which has made many of its participants ineligible. The Child Care Assistance Program, or C-CAP, has gotten a lot of attention at the Capitol this year, because of…… MORE
County budget available for viewing
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ News The Livingston County Board voted Thursday to post the proposed county budget, but some of the decisions were met with contention. Livingston County Board Chairman Marty Fannin explained the contention came along with money put forth for the recreational path that is planned to run alongside Route 66 from just south…… MORE
Here’s another way to help the United Way
By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ News The United Way of Livingston County is looking for homes for several of their collection jars for the United Way Drive. Executive Director of the United Way of Livingston County Deb Howard said the canisters have already found some homes, but there are more ready to take their places at local…… MORE
