Quinn encourages entries for Illinois hometown awards

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Digital Content Producer

Friday, May 17th, 2013, 4:40pm

Quinn encourages entries for Illinois hometown awards

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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Hospice of Southern Illinois holds volunteer appreciation dinner

Submitted by James Long, Digital Content Producer

Thursday, May 16th, 2013, 11:49am

Hospice of Southern Illinois holds volunteer appreciation dinner

SOUTHERN ILLINOIS (KFVS) - Several volunteers were honored at the Hospice of Southern Illinois' volunteer appreciation dinner held in April.

30 years of service:

Adrienne Villotti of Mascoutah, Clare Schmidt of Belleville, Lucille Trentman of Mascoutah, and Sr. Leona Luechtefeld of Belleville.

The Butterfly Award:

Kathy Murphy of Fairview Heights, Ginny Costello of Collinsville, Marie & James Broshears of Royalton, Linda Rozycki of Glen Carbon, Dennis Blom of Edwardsville, and Jeanne Arro of Maryville.

The Hospice would like to thank all volunteers for their continued support and for sharing their time and talents to help patients and their families.

These dedicated volunteers are an integral part of the interdisciplinary team helping to provide care for those individuals during their end-of-life journey.

Butterfly Award winners (Source: Hospice of Southern Illinois)

Adrienne Villotti of Mascoutah (Source: Hospice of Southern Illinois)

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Anna swimming pool to open May 28

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Digital Content Producer

Wednesday, May 15th, 2013, 5:13pm

ANNA, IL (KFVS) - The swimming pool in Anna will be opened Monday, May 28.

The City says it will be closed for Fourth of July.

Public Swim

Sunday-Saturday 1:00pm-5:00pm
Sunday-Saturday except for Thursdays-$3.00 for three years old & up
Thursday is Dollar Day
Passes: $25.00 for 10 sessions (available at the pool)

Lap Swim

Monday-Saturday 12:00pm-1:00pm & 5:00pm-6:00pm
(No lap swim from 5:00pm-6:00pm on 6/6, 7/10, 7/17, and 7/28 due to swim meets)
(No lap swim from 12:00pm-1:00pm on 6/23 due to swim meet)

Private Parties

Sunday-Saturday 6:00pm-7:50pm and 8:00pm-9:50pm
$125.00 for less than 50 people
$150.00 for more than 50 people
(must be booked in advance)
(Parties not available 6/6, 7/10, 7/17, and 7/28 due to swim meets)

Swim Lessons

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Pet of the Week at PAWS in Anna: Gerta

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Digital Content Producer

Tuesday, May 14th, 2013, 3:11pm

ANNA, IL (KFVS) - The Pet of the Week at Pets Are Worth Saving, Inc. in Anna, Ill. is Gerta!

PAWS says Gerta is a gorgeous female German Shepherd mix puppy who was eight weeks old when PAWS got her on April 18. They say her mom is a purebred German Shepherd, and her Dad is a handsome stranger. She and three of her sisters were brought to PAWS. She is a beautiful, loving, sweet puppy, and she will be a wonderful addition to your family.

You can meet Gerta and the other adoptable pets at PAWS Place Adoption Center, 139 East Vienna Street in Anna, Ill. Hours are Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. and on Friday from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. You can also click here to check out their website or call 618-833-3647.

Former Pets of the Week still available for adoption include:

Gabriel is up for adoption. (Source: PAWS website)

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5KFVS celebrating 5 years, share your race pictures with us!

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Digital Content Producer

Monday, May 13th, 2013, 5:21pm

5KFVS celebrating 5 years, share your race pictures with us!

The 5KFVS Run/Walk is coming up! It will be May 18 in downtown Cape Girardeau, Mo.

This year, to celebrate the 5th year, we're adding a 12K!

Have you ran the 5KFVS, or even ran all five years? We want to see your photos from past events!

Send your photos to cNews@kfvs12.com or click here to upload them. Don't forget to include your name and where you're from.

We'll share the pictures online and possibly on-air!

Have you signed up yet? You can click here to visit the 5KFVS website where you can find more information and the sign-up form for this year's race.

You can see the pictures we have so far by clicking here to see the slideshow.

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Anna City Hall to close for Memorial Day

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Digital Content Producer

Monday, May 13th, 2013, 5:02pm

Anna City Hall to close for Memorial Day

ANNA, IL (KFVS) - The Anna City Hall will be closed Monday, May 27 for Memorial Day.

City Hall is located at 103 Market Street.

You can click here to visit the city online.

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IDPH: Avoiding tick-borne disease

Submitted by James Long, Digital Content Producer

Saturday, May 11th, 2013, 9:00am

SPRINGFIELD, IL (KFVS) - Illinois Department of Public Health is offering recommendations tor avoiding Rocky Mountain spotted fever, Lyme disease, tularemia and ehrlichiosis.

As the weather warms up and people spend more time outdoors, it’s important to take precautions against tick bites and the illnesses they can carry.

According to health officials, tickborne diseases can cause mild symptoms, severe infections requiring hospitalization and even death.

Last year in Illinois, preliminary numbers show 50 cases of ehrlichiosis, four cases of tularemia, 204 cases of Lyme disease and 151 cases of Rock Mountain spotted fever, which included one death.

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