Utilities to resume power disconnections this spring
Ameren and ComEd announced plans to restart disconnects for customers behind on bills beginning in March or April after winter moratoriums. The programs include payment plans and low income options, with final notices before shutoffs. Companies urge customers to seek info via their websites or hotlines.
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Harrisburg Rebounds After Flood
Harrisburg works to recover from a flood that damaged homes and businesses. Officials urge caution and coordinate relief efforts as residents begin cleanup and assess losses. Local groups mobilize volunteers and aid programs to support affected neighborhoods.
Harrisburg flood recedes as shops reopen burden eased
Harrisburg mayor Valerie Mitchell says floodwaters are receding and city workers pump over a billion gallons from the levee area. Wal Mart and Mad Pricer reopen, Kroger and Shawnee Square remain underwater. spring cleanup moved up to dispose of flood damaged property.
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Rain expected but not as severe as last week forecast
The National Weather Service predicts more rain starting late Tuesday but meteorologists don’t expect flooding to match last week’s torrent. Flood warnings remain along the Big Muddy and Mississippi rivers as water crested, with no major floods likely through Thursday though alerts urge monitoring for late week rains.
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SIUC Wind Ensemble Heads to Carnegie Hall in New York
The 41 member SIUC Wind Ensemble arrived at JFK and checked into the Sheraton Manhattan before performing at 8 p.m. Wednesday in the New York Band and Orchestra Festival at Carnegie Hall. Students and faculty, including director Christopher Morehouse, spoke of excitement and the bustling Midtown scene as they prepared for their jet trip and concert.
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Murphysboro Vet to Appear on Rachael Ray Show
Murphysboro native Jennifer Broadhurst will appear on The Rachael Ray Show Wednesday at 9 a.m. on WSIL TV3 to discuss the Jacksonville Humane Society fire. A veterinarian at the shelter, she and husband Chris rushed to help after a 2 a.m. call on April 7, finding most of the flames out and animals rescued, with limited actions remaining for her.
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University of Illinois
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