Photo courtesy to ISU Facebook page NORMAL, Ill.- Vaccinations were distributed on ISU's campus to those faculty and staff who received an email and registered. "We kind of started off with healthcare workers and first responders. The state's 1B criteria now allows people 65 years of age or older and also people that are teaching in K-12 schools to receive vaccination. So our lab schools, the faculty there, are eligible […]
Photo courtesy to Jason Barickman's Facebook page SPRINGFIELD- It’s been over a year since Illinois’ first positive COVID-19 case. Republican Senator Jason Barickman said since then, those in long-term care facilities have been dying, families haven’t seen each other in months, and our economy has faced historic obstacles. "Yet, with a vaccine in hand, Illinois has failed its residents," stated in a letter addressed to Governor JB Pritzker. "The numbers […]
Photo courtesy to the Town of Normal Facebook page NORMAL, Ill.- Fifty Normal businesses received grants totaling $450,000 from The Town of Normal’s Small Business Relief Program to assist with COVID-19 impacts. “As a long-standing business owner, I know how important these funds are in sustaining many small businesses during these unprecedented times. I proudly support all efforts to bring financial assistance back to our community,” said Mayor Chris Koos. […]
Photo courtesy to OSF Healthcare NORMAL, Ill.- The COVID-19 vaccine has finally arrived, although only healthcare workers have access at this time. Healthcare workers have started to receive their first doses of the vaccine, however some in the public are skeptical of the vaccine and possible long term effects. Libby Allison is the Media Relations Coordinator for OSF Healthcare. OSF oversee 17 hospitals, including the ones in and around McLean […]
Photo courtesy to the CDC BLOOMINGTON, Ill.- The McLean County Health Department is moving into Phase 1b of the COVID-19 vaccination rollout. Appointments are available, starting this week [Jan. 18,] for individuals in Phase 1a and Phase 1b to receive COVID-19 vaccination. This includes healthcare workers, individuals age 65 and older and essential frontline workers. "Eventually, everyone who wants a vaccine will be able to get one. Fulfillment of the […]
Photo Courtesy to ISU Facebook page NORMAL, Ill.- Finals, COVID-19 and the Presidential election are a few stressors on the long list that overwhelm college students. For many, this semester has been full of life changing moments. Only a few weeks left in the semester and many students are unmotivated to finish strong. Second year International business major, Joi Strickland, says other things have affected her mental health during this […]
NORMAL, Ill.- Bars have been packed since Governor JB Pritzker moved McLean County to region two restrictions. A video of a packed Daddios, in Downtown Bloomington has been circulating. College-aged people are the hardest-hit age group for COVID-19 in McLean County. Student Government Association member Djimon Lewis says he continues to stay safe. Although, Lewis would love to go out and have social life he says he believes human life […]
This election has been quite the mixed bag. Some people seem to love the results, while some seem to be in anguish. Dan Brady is a house republican in Illinois and his reaction was quite positive. “I was very pleased with the result, we worked very hard. And I think it goes to show the constituents in my district are comfortable with my leadership. Brady also shared some insight into […]
Photo courtesy IHSA Facebook. BLOOMINGTON, Ill. - The Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Board of Directors provided an update on winter sports during their virtual board meeting Thursday afternoon. Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker announced new safety measures will be put in place as the state heads into Phase 3, effective Friday at midnight. Because of this, the IHSA Board decided to pause all winter sports and activities. “All IHSA sports […]
