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Nursing home residents taking a stand in Mt. Vernon

Wednesday, May 1st, 2013, 5:35pm

MT. VERNON, IL (KFVS)- Nursing home residents in Mt.Vernon are fighting for better medical care in a campaign to draw attention to Medicaid cuts in Illinois.

One group has come up with a way to send a clear message to the governor about the problem.

The nursing home industry has been hit hard in the last few years because of cuts to Medicaid.

Residents are being denied medical services-and in some situations, those nursing homes are footing the medical bills.

To bring attention to the problem, the health care council of Illinois is making stops at nursing homes across the state collecting signatures to deliver to Governor Quinn.

Their first stop was in Mt. Vernon.

The goal is to be in Chicago Sunday with a list of signatures of those effected the most, names of staff and residents who have had to deal with limited care.

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2 buses crash in Mt. Vernon

Submitted by KFVS Web Staff

Tuesday, April 30th, 2013, 8:07pm

MOUNT VERNON, IL (KFVS)- The Mount Vernon Police Department is investigating a crash between two buses.

Police say two school buses crashed at 18th and Casey around 3:30 p.m. Tuesday.

Police say initial reports indicate the buses were in the process of leaving from Casey Junior High when the driver of one bus became distracted and did not see the bus in front of him stop.

One bus rear-ended another bus. The first bus left the scene and began delivering children to their homes.

Seven children were taken to local hospitals with minor injuries. Assistant Fire Chief Kevin Sargent says the children have been released.
Several children were picked up by parents on the scene. Other children
were checked out at the school.

The driver of the school bus was cited for failing to reduce speed to avoid an accident and leaving the scene of a personal injury accident.

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Poshard Foundation distributes $70,000 to 28 agencies serving children in region

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Tuesday, April 30th, 2013, 6:24pm

Poshard Foundation distributes $70,000 to 28 agencies serving children in region

CARTERVILLE, IL (KFVS) - With a goal of stamping out child abuse in Southern Illinois, Jo Poshard distributed $70,000 Tuesday at John A. Logan College to 28 different agencies in the region that serve children’s needs.

“This year we were able to give out $70,000 to 28 agencies and we’re very excited about that,” said Jo Poshard with the Poshard Foundation for Abused Children. “We would like to make it much more, but we know that they will use this money to plug the gaps and help create that safety net for the children.”

Poshard is the co-founder of the Poshard Foundation for Abused Children, whose home base is the college. The monies were raised last fall at the foundation’s main fundraiser.

“Our mission is to help abused, neglected and abandoned children here in Southern Illinois,” Poshard said. “Our organization does not receive any state or federal funds to operate. We attempt to provide services and goods that area agencies can’t afford to provide.”

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Jefferson County Jail to bring back ICE detainees

Submitted by KFVS Web Staff

Monday, April 29th, 2013, 3:29pm

JEFFERSON COUNTY, IL (KFVS)- The beds in the Jefferson County Justice Center won't remain empty much longer.

The jail has been cleared to bring back Immigration and Customs Enforcement detainees.

This is good news for government offices in the county who have been operating for months without any cash flow.

County board Chairman Robert White says the Immigration Customs Enforcement agency removed prisoners from the county detention facility back in December.

White says ICE had been conducting audits.

White says during the medical audit, ICE officials noticed deficiencies concerning documentation on several medical records and started investigating.

White went on to say ICE became concerned with the county's ability to provide medical care to detainees.

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RLC’s Cosmetology classes begin in May

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Monday, April 29th, 2013, 2:37pm

MOUNT VERNON, IL (KFVS) - Studio RLC, Rend Lake College’s Cosmetology school, is gearing up for new classes in the coming months, including an evening option.

Students will learn everything from basic haircuts to today’s trendy styles.

Registration is going on now. Students can complete the program in just one year in the daytime format, or in 21 months through the evening program. Students who successfully complete the program will earn an occupational certificate in Cosmetology, and will gain experience at Studio RLC, the program’s full-service salon. The program is housed at the Rend Lake College MarketPlace on Potomac Boulevard in Mt. Vernon, just west of Interstate 57/64.

Students can get started in the day program either this summer or fall. The summer start date is Wednesday, May 1, and the fall start date is Monday, Aug. 26. For those interested in the evening format, that start date is Monday, Aug. 19.

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Quinn encourages entries for Illinois hometown awards

Submitted by KFVS Web Staff

Saturday, April 27th, 2013, 11:44am

SPRINGFIELD, IL (KFVS) - Illinois Governor Pat Quinn marked National Volunteer Week on Saturday by encouraging communities to submit entries for the 31st Annual Governor's Hometown Awards.

According to the governor's office, it's a program that recognizes volunteer efforts to improve Illinois communities.

The application deadline is July 15, and communities of any size may submit nominations.

"Local volunteers and organizations are improving communities across Illinois and enhancing the quality of life for everyday people," Governor Quinn said. "The Hometown Awards recognize people who are helping us build a better Illinois for current and future generations."

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College scholarship ceremony April 27 in Marion

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Friday, April 26th, 2013, 2:34pm

College scholarship ceremony April 27 in Marion

MARION, IL (KFVS) - Black Diamond Harley-Davidson is once again giving 45 local students $1,000 scholarships to attend local community colleges Saturday, April 27, at 12 p.m., at the dealership in Marion.

It’s the fifth year the business has offered the scholarships, coordinator Shannon Woodworth said, adding Black Diamond has given nearly a quarter of a million to local students in that time.

Each scholarship goes to one graduating high school senior from all 45 high schools in Southern Illinois. An awards ceremony has been set for noon Saturday, April 27 at noon at the motorcycle shop in Marion.

Black Diamond Harley-Davidson will also honor longtime educator and community college trustee Jacob “Jake” Rendleman during the ceremony for his support of the scholarships and event.

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