Anna City Council meeting May 7

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Digital Content Producer

Monday, April 29th, 2013, 4:09pm

ANNA, IL (KFVS) - The next Anna City Council meeting will be May 7 at 5 p.m.

For more information on the City Council, you can click here.

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'Blessing of the Bikes' held at Bald Knob Cross

Submitted by KFVS Web Staff

Sunday, April 28th, 2013, 5:54pm

Riders say this is a unique experience, which celebrates the joy of goodwill and riding.

ALTO PASS, IL (KFVS)- The 21st Annual Blessing of the Bikes at Bald Knob Cross of Peace in Alto Pass, Illinois drew thousands of people from nearby states on Sunday.

Riders had their bikes blessed for a safe travel.

Riders say this is a unique experience, which celebrates the joy of goodwill and riding.

"It's not about what kind of bike you
have," said Tim Fletcher of O'Fallon, Illinois. "As long as it's two
wheels, some are three, but it's still a bike. American, custom, we are all
here for the same thing-the enjoyment of just riding. "

Activities included a prayer, vendors selling a variety of items and road kill stew and chili was served.

All of the money donated goes back into the funds for Bald Knob Cross.

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21st Annual Blessing of the Bikes April 28

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Digital Content Producer

Saturday, April 27th, 2013, 12:00pm

21st Annual Blessing of the Bikes April 28

UNION COUNTY, IL (KFVS) - The 21st Annual Blessing of the Bikes will be Sunday, April 28, rain or shine.

Sponsored by the Christian Motorcycle Association's Lord Paheece Chapter, this is an all-day event. Riders and non-riders are welcome all day.

Roadkill stew and chili will be served at 12 p.m. and the message will be at 1 p.m.

For more information, you can call Chad Nalley at 618-201-3229 or Jack Vancil at 618-513-8654.

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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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Ascension Day Service at Bald Knob Cross April 27

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Digital Content Producer

Friday, April 26th, 2013, 3:41pm

Ascension Day Service at Bald Knob Cross April 27

ALTO PASS, IL (KFVS) - The Illinois Grand Commandery Ascension Day Service will be Saturday, April 27 at Bald Knob Cross.

The Sir Knights of the 5th Division and Sir Knight Jesse L. Johns, Sr., R.E.P. Grand Commander of the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of the State of Illinois. They will assemble at 10 a.m.

They recommend you bring a lawn chair and a jacket or blanket in case the weather is chilly. Casual dress for ladies and full Commandery uniform, including sword, gloves and chapeau or cap and mantel for Sir Knights.

Lunch after the service will be at Giant City Lodge, in Giant City State Park, in Makanda, Ill.

All Masons and the public is invited to attend.

For more information, you can call Jesse L. Johns, Sr., R.E.P. Grand Commander, at 217-855-4455 or e-mail at mmjohns32@hotmail.com.

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College scholarship ceremony April 27 in Marion

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Digital Content 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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Illinois State Treasurer reminds victims about flood aid

Submitted by James Long, Digital Content Producer

Friday, April 26th, 2013, 10:38am

Illinois State Treasurer reminds victims about flood aid

SPRINGFIELD, IL (KFVS) - With the recent flooding throughout the state, Illinois State Treasurer Dan Rutherford is reminding flood victims that aid is available through the treasurer’s Disaster Recovery Linked Deposit Program.

According Rutherford, the program helps residents, businesses and farmers get low-interest loans to recover from weather-related damage to their property.

After a loan is approved, Rutherford says the state makes a deposit into the financial institution which helps lower the interest rate to the borrower, effectively making the repairs more affordable.

The maximum interest rate for qualifying borrowers is 2.36 percent for a two-year loan and 2.69 percent for a three-year loan for the month of April 2013. The rate is locked in for the duration of the period. The program caps the interest rate at 3 percent for qualified borrowers at participating financial institutions.

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