Oglesby (Illinois, United States)

Type: City
Name: Oglesby (Illinois, United States)
Country: United States
Latitude: 41.2953
Longitude: -89.059502
population: 3,616
First reported Jun 05 2013 - Updated Jun 05 2013 - 1 reports

All Web Promotion Expands with Hiring Two Online Marketing and...

recently announced the expansion and growth of the company with the hiring of two online marketing and development specialists; Laura Funfsinn will assume the role of Search Marketing Coordinator and Brandee Bell will assume the role of Business Development ... [Published PRWeb - Jun 05 2013]
First reported Jun 03 2013 - Updated Jun 03 2013 - 1 reports

Lives are saved when agencies work together

THUMBS UP TO ... the many people involved in the Memorial Day rescue of more than a dozen people on the Vermilion River. The situation developed shortly before 8 p.m. near Oglesby when four rafters outfitted by Vermilion River Rafting became trapped on ... [Published InOttawa.com - Jun 03 2013]
First reported May 29 2013 - Updated May 29 2013 - 1 reports

Ask the Times: Oglesby supermarket

Q. Is Oglesby getting a new supermarket?A. Yes, according to Mayor Don Finley. Niemann Foods, a Quincy-based company that operates County Market food stores, announced last week it plans to build a $6 million supermarket, more than 26,000 square feet, ... [Published InOttawa.com - May 29 2013]
First reported May 29 2013 - Updated May 29 2013 - 1 reports

Facilities committee will meet Thursday

The Illinois Valley Community College board's facilities committee will meet at 4 p.m. Thursday, May 30, in the board room at the Oglesby campus to discuss soil conditions in the turnaround at the front of the Peter Miller Community Technology Center. ... [Published InOttawa.com - May 29 2013]
First reported May 29 2013 - Updated May 29 2013 - 1 reports

Rafters, rescuers saved from Vermilion

A Memorial Day excursion on the Vermilion River turned into a late-night, high-water rescue for at least 13 people, including Ottawa River Rescue personnel. Following the rescue, six people were transported to hospitals for minor injuries Monday.The situation ... [Published InOttawa.com - May 29 2013]
First reported May 28 2013 - Updated May 28 2013 - 1 reports

Recipients of Chad Scoles Memorial Scholarship named

Friends of St. Mary's Hospital recently announced the recipients of the 2013 Chad Scoles Memorial Scholarship. This year, Friends of St. Mary's Hospital awarded three $800 scholarships. The recipients included Delaine Baxter, Kate Kirkton and Brianna ... [Published InOttawa.com - May 28 2013]
First reported May 26 2013 - Updated May 26 2013 - 1 reports

Scenic beauty just the beginning at state parks

Illinois state parks are the best bargains in the state.For the grand total of zero dollars, you can visit most state parks and marvel at breathtaking scenic overlooks, hike on sun-dappled trails, and set up a spread in a picnic area.In addition to swimming, ... [Published PJStar.com - May 26 2013]
First reported May 25 2013 - Updated May 25 2013 - 1 reports

Governor Oglesby Mansion to host Macon County Honor Guard benefit

DECATUR â An old Army barracks ballad famously quoted by Gen. Douglas MacArthur said, âold soldiers never die, they just fade away.âBut sometimes, on special occasions, they come back to help the old soldiers of today who volunteer their time to salute ... [Published Herald & Review - May 25 2013]
First reported May 24 2013 - Updated May 24 2013 - 1 reports

'Uncle Dick' Oglesby was top Illinois general

Among the many prominent Civil War generals from Illinois was Richard Oglesby, a self-made man who was later elected to three terms as Illinois governor.Unlike many others, he was not defined by his Civil War service. And the city of Oglesby in La Salle ... [Published InOttawa.com - May 24 2013]
First reported May 24 2013 - Updated May 24 2013 - 1 reports

Open house honors Carol McConaghie

OGLESBY - An open house at the Dickinson House in Oglesby on Saturday, June 8 will honor the retirement of Carol McConaghie. McConaghie has been well known for many years for her many contributions to the musical fields in the local communities. She was ... [Published Mendota Reporter - May 24 2013]
First reported May 23 2013 - Updated May 24 2013 - 2 reports

IVCC graduates 175 students

Sixty-two newly-minted registered nurses were honored at the annual nurse pinning May 18, and about 175 graduates walked later that day at Illinois Valley Community College's 47th annual commencement. Finally, out of 145 students who earned a GED this ... [Published InOttawa.com - May 24 2013]

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"It's so impressive that a student can complete the program, let alone a student who is as active as Elliot," she said. "He's definitely laying the groundwork for a lot of students, but he sets a really high bar, too."
"I have a two-story home," Demspey told the mayor. "I need this high berm built because of the noise from the pit both from maintenance and truck traffic. Plus my home is on high ground that overlooks the mine. With only a 15-foot berm, my second floor would still be exposed to noise."
...The Mansion will offer free admission to all active duty military personnel and family members throughout the summer. The program "gives us a chance to thank our military families for their service and share with them one of Ottawa's and Illinois' cultural treasures" said Diane Sanders, Reddick Mansion Association president. We agree this is a great program and we're glad there's an Illinois Valley component
...3-4, 1862 and fought with distinction. On the first day, Oglesby rallied a retreat by shouting, "Men, we are going to fight them on this ground. If there's dying to be done, I pledge to you my word I'll stay with you and take my share of it." (5)

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All Web Promotion Expands with Hiring Two Onlin... [Published PRWeb - Jun 05 2013]
Lives are saved when agencies work together [Published InOttawa.com - Jun 03 2013]
Rafters, rescuers saved from Vermilion [Published InOttawa.com - May 29 2013]
Facilities committee will meet Thursday [Published InOttawa.com - May 29 2013]
Ask the Times: Oglesby supermarket [Published InOttawa.com - May 29 2013]
Recipients of Chad Scoles Memorial Scholarship ... [Published InOttawa.com - May 28 2013]
Scenic beauty just the beginning at state parks [Published PJStar.com - May 26 2013]
Governor Oglesby Mansion to host Macon County H... [Published Herald & Review - May 25 2013]
'Uncle Dick' Oglesby was top Illinois general [Published InOttawa.com - May 24 2013]
Open house honors Carol McConaghie [Published Mendota Reporter - May 24 2013]
IVCC graduates 175 students [Published InOttawa.com - May 24 2013]
IVCC board: Most tech center work to be finishe... [Published InOttawa.com - May 23 2013]
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