Teenagers have a lot on their plate. But Fiona Ely, a senior at Heritage High School, believes in filling her plate with time for others. “I think it’s really important for every teenager to be as involved as possible to help their community,” Ely said. Ely began her involvement early, […]
Author: Dani Tietz
St. Joe Ho Ho Ho 5K on Dec. 22
It was three days before Christmas and all through St. Joe, hundreds of Santas were running merrily and singing, “Ho, Ho, Ho.” That’s the idea behind St. Joseph’s first St. Joe Ho Ho Ho 5K run and walk, which will take place on Dec. 22. The event begins at 8 […]
Opportunity for parents, students and teachers to help improve schools available
Students and teachers can now give feedback on their school environment through the Illinois State Board of Education’s (ISBE) 5 Essentials Survey. The student (grades 4 through 12) and teacher surveys became available on Dec. 11. Administered by a third party, the UChicago Impact at the University of Chicago, the […]
Family Holiday Events Around St. Joseph and Homer this Weekend
Santa Clause is coming to town! Riding on a fire truck, at 10 a.m. on Main Street in St. Joseph, to be exact. Santa will be available until 1 p.m. inside the Main Street Salon for a visit and a photo opportunity. Caretakers must bring their own camera. A box […]
20 years later patrons continue to visit Billy Bob’s
Since 1998, Billy Bob’s has been located in the same spot in Ogden, IL. But, it’s also hard to find. “We’re under the water tower,” Billy Bob’s Manager Chuck Buck said. What started out as a tiny bar was purchased by six friends, including the current sole-owner George Woodard, in […]
Christmas wishes come to life at Hardy’s Reindeer Ranch
In the magic of Christmas, there are few things more enchanting than eight tiny reindeer. And while Hardy’s Reindeer Ranch may not be home to Santa’s famous group, owners Mark and Julie Hardy have seen his patrons light up over the sight of their herd. “They’re just wonderful,” Mark said. […]
Free Little Library at 227 E Douglas St.
By Dani Tietz Bruce and Patricia Rape believe that access to books should be readily available to all. While teaching literacy at St. Joseph Middle School for more than 30 years, Patricia worked hard to help students find books that made them excited to read. “I’ve always been saddened when […]
What to look for when child complains of sore throat
BY DANI TIETZ dani@sjodaily.com It’s not uncommon for a child to complain of a sore throat or for a medical professional to see patients with sore throats. Six weeks into the school year with fall just around the corner, students are already presenting at medical clinics with sore throats. But […]
Mums to support Heritage Performing Arts on sale
BY DANI TIETZ dani@sjodaily.com Heritage Performing Arts is taking orders for mums from 9.14.2018 to 9.21.2018. The mums will be delivered on 9.24.2018. To order, contact Mr. Lee at justin.lee@heritage8.org or see any band, chorus or drama student in grades 6-12. You can also fill out the order form below and email […]
Speed Limit Reduced on I-74 through Champaign
CHAMPAIGN — The Illinois Department of Transportation announces that the posted speed limit along Interstate 74 from west of I-57 to east of Cunningham Avenue will be reduced from 70 mph to 60 mph beginning Friday, Aug. 31. IDOT recently completed a speed study on I-74 and I-57 in the Champaign-Urbana area […]
