While you’re doing your part and staying home, Governor JB Pritzker urges all Illinoisans to fill out the 2020 census. Completing the census form might not be on your to-do list at the moment…but the Governor says it’s vitally important. “The census is more than just a survey, it will determine how much of your…… Read More »
The Salem Ministerial Alliance will once again handle the Thursday food pantry differently this week. It WILL NOT be held at the Salem Community Activity Center on Thursday morning. Instead, it will be a drive-thru distribution at the Evergreen Christian Church on North Broadway from five to seven Thursday night. A sack lunch will also…… Read More »
The Marion County Courthouse has been closed to the public through April 30th or longer if the Governor keeps the Stay at Home order in place. Sheriff Rich Stevenson issued the order Wednesday afternoon effective immediately. Here’s how different offices are handling public contact. The Circuit Clerk’s office will be available by appointment only. Call…… Read More »
The number of coronavirus cases and deaths continues to grow. The Illinois Department of Public Health on Wednesday reported 986 new cases and 42 additional deaths. That brings the overall total cases to 6,980 and 141 deaths. Of the new deaths reported, 34 were in Cook County or the immediate Chicago area, five in the…… Read More »
Centralia Fire Chief John Lynch is providing safety tips on the use of space heaters to stay warm safely following a Wednesday morning fire that destroyed a garage at a Centralia home. Make sure your space heater has the label showing that it is listed by a recognized testing laboratory. Before using any space heater,…… Read More »
First and foremost, the IHSA continues to encourage all Illinois residents to heed the recommendations of state officials and medical experts. These quarantine and social distancing measures have been put in place not only for your own safety, but also for those around you. By adhering to them, we ensure the shortest path to returning…
Due to the increase of COVID-19 virus and dates being pushed back until May as of now, the Youth Spring Soccer Season for the Salem Recreation Department and Marion County YMCA will be cancelled for everyone’s safety. This was for ages 3-10. The City of Salem will issue refund checks and mail them to all…
IHSA Member School Administrators & Spring Sport Coaches, I know this time continues to be a challenge for all of us. I hope this note finds you well. As the IHSA staff and Board of Directors continue to monitor updates from government offices, as well as state and local health departments, we continue to…
