Regional 4 H Leader Forum in Southern Illinois
Achievers 4 H leaders from across Southern Illinois will convene for the regional Leader Forum at two sites Kaskaskia College Centralia on November 3 from 930 am to 3 pm and Southeastern Illinois College Harrisburg on November 8 from 5 to 9 pm The program covers community service character building youth presentation skills and member recruitment with a 12 registration fee that includes meal and materials Registration closes October 26 contact the University of Illinois Extension Office Benton 439 3178 for details.
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Kaskaskia College
Centralia
Southeastern Illinois College
Harrisburg
University of Illinois Extension Office
Benton
Lions honor CCHS students
The Carbondale Lions Club named Nicole Roberts of Carbondale Community High School and Tommy Park of Carbondale Middle School as September students of the month in a club ceremony.
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Carbondale Lions Club
Nicole Roberts
Carbondale Community High School
Tommy Park
Carbondale Middle School
Desai Wins WU Book Award for Community Focus
Neal Desai a Carbondale High School senior received the 2001 Book Award from Washington University in St. Louis. The honor recognizes academic achievement intellectual curiosity and community service. Desai son of Christina and Uday Desai earned a copy of A Union of Words by Wayne Fields.
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Neal Desai
Carbondale Community High School
Washington University
St. Louis
Desai
Christina and
Uday Desai
Affton Heim Seeks Illinois Junior Miss Title in Joliet
Affton Heim a senior at Frankfort Community High School will compete October 20 in Joliet for Illinois Junior Miss. The winner represents Illinois in America's Junior Miss 2002 in Mobile Alabama. Heim daughter of Larry and Katherine Heim competes with 20 contestants for the state title and will perform a pointe dance in the talent segment.
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Affton Heim
West Frankfort
Frankfort
Joliet
Illinois
Marion Talent Revue seeks student applicants in Marion
The Marion Business and Professional Women's Club opens applications for the 28th annual Talent Revue. Open to Williamson County students, applications available at Dot's Hut or Karl Beauty Salon or by calling 993-5455. Event at Marion High School auditorium 7 p.m. Nov 10 with a Nov 9 practice at 6 p.m. Entry fee 10, total prize pool 480. Four classes by age. First place 60, second 40, third 20. Call 993-5455 for Dot Chamness.
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Marion
Marion Business and Professional Women’s Club
Williamson County
Dot’s Hut and Karl Beauty Salon
Marion High School
Youth projects seek writer submissions for A section
The Southern Illinoisan invites youth oriented projects from schools and communities including writing or artwork. Share ideas for potential publication and contact Iva McRoberts at 800 928 0429 Ext. 5178 or iva.mcroberts southernillinoisan.co, or mail to A Section P.O. Box 2108 Carbondale IL 62902.
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Iva McRoberts
Iva.mcroberts
Southernillinoisan.co
Chester Wal-Mart names Nancy Bitner 2001 Teacher of the Year
Chester High School teacher Nancy Bitner receives the Chester Wal-Mart 2001 Teacher of the Year award for four years at Chester and seven years total in education. She earned a $500 prize and a jacket, and has built a popular teacher’s cafe and cake projects. Bitner was nominated by Principal Danny Marks and also serves as wellness coordinator and Drug Free Youth sponsor. The Student Assistance Grant program funds teacher training to assist students with tutoring and counseling.
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Chester
Nancy Bitner
Chester Wal-Mart
Bitner
Carbondale
Murphysboro
Food Service
Danny Marks
Eitner
Illinois Board of Education
Chester High School
Purple painting amid preschool socialization drive
Katelyn Jones age 24 creates a plum colored swirl on paper as part of the Parents Encouraging Preschoolers Club activities in De Soto. The program by Southern Region Early Childhood Programs offers birth to kindergarten activities free of charge to boost motor skills and early socialization. Baby Talk Play Groups for ages birth to three also meet, with upcoming sessions Oct 23 and Oct 26. Call 867-2317 ext 235 for details.
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Katelyn Jones
Katelyn
Cheryl Jones
Parents
Southern Region
de Soto
Linda K. Krutsinger
Regional programs offer free child activity and social skills
Programs continue across the region providing free activities for children. They focus on developing motor skills while promoting early socialization, as stated by Maryanne Chrisman, a family educator.
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Maryanne Chrisman
Heartland Twirlers Shine At Du Quoin State Fair
Nineteen Heartland Twirling Corps members from Johnston City competed in baton twirling at the Du Quoin State Fair. Performers entered basic strut and solo categories from novice to advanced, earning multiple place medals from first to sixth.
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DU Quoin
Heartland
Johnston City
Kids explore birds and fish at Du Quoin Conservation Fair
About 1,200 children from six Southern Illinois counties attended the Conservation Fair at the Du Quoin State Fair Grounds. Fourth graders studied fish populations with EPA guidance while World Bird Sanctuary educators showcased eagles owls and vultures.
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DU Quoin
du Quoin State Fair
Illinois
St. Andrews School
Murphysboro
Margaret Ferraly
Illinois Environmental Protection Agency
Abby Bateman
Collin Buenerkemper
Buenerkemper
Austin Beckman
Sacred Heart
Tamaroa
Spring Biehl
Roger Holloway
World Bird Sanctuary
St. Louis
Biehl
Larry McKenzie
du Quoin Fair
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