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SUMMARY:Energy Assistance Program Starts
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is now available for income qualified households. \nThe CEFS Economic Opportunity Corporation\, as administrator of the Energy Assistance Program in Christian\, Clay\, Effingham\, Fayette\, Montgomery\, Moultrie\, and Shelby counties\, is pleased to announce that funds are available to assist income-eligible households with their natural gas\, propane and/or electric bills and furnace assistance for inoperable heating systems. \nApplications will be taken on a first-come\, first-served basis\, now through August 15\, 2026\, or until funding is exhausted.  Households that receive a one-time benefit may return during the program year for a Reconnection Assistance or Furnace Assistance benefit(s)\, if needed. \nThe program has expanded eligibility this year.  Households must be at or below 60% of the state median income to receive a benefit from LIHEAP.  The 30-day income guidelines for LIHEAP are based on State Median Income\, Federal Poverty Guidelines\, and the number of people living in the household.  The income guidelines are as follows: 1 – $3\,332; 2 – $4\,357; 3 – $5\,382; 4 – $6\,407. Go to www.cefseoc.org or www.liheapillinois.com to know income limits for households with 5 members and more. \nTo apply\, the following documentation is required: \n1.  Proof of gross income from all household members for the prior 30-day period beginning with the date of application.\n2.  For all customers new to LIHEAP\, and/or for new household members of previous customers\, proof of Social Security numbers (SSN) or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) for all household members.  Individuals without an SSN or ITIN can still apply and CEFS will advise accordingly.\n3.  A copy of current heat and electric bills issued within the last 30 days.\n4.  Cash assistance is available for renters who can provide a copy of their lease/rental agreement showing their heating costs are included in the rent.\n5.  Other documents may be needed based on your household situation.  If you have questions regarding this\, please call our office. \nAppointments can be made by contacting the CEFS Effingham County Outreach office at 1010 W. Jefferson St. Effingham\, phone 217-347-7514 Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. \nIn order that no one is denied the opportunity to make an application we will continue to take applications in person or by phone.  Required documentation can be submitted in-person\, mail or electronically.  If you require any special accommodation\, please contact the local CEFS Outreach office in your county to arrange. \nIncome eligible LIHEAP customers of Ameren Illinois will continue to receive a monthly discount on their natural gas bill through the Low-Income Discount Rates.  Visit liheapillinois.com or www.cefseoc.org to know more details.
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SUMMARY:Emancipation Proclamation On Display
DESCRIPTION:PrintA copy of the Emancipation Proclamation signed by Abraham Lincoln is now on display at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum\, giving the public a rare chance to see the historic document. \nLincoln’s proclamation ordered an end to slavery in Southern states that took up arms against the United States during the Civil War\, which included more than three-fourths of the nation’s enslaved African Americans.  U.S. soldiers carried palm-sized copies of the Emancipation Proclamation on their march across the South to help spread the word of freedom. \nThe Emancipation Proclamation will be visible through February 3\, when it will be replaced by the only photo of Lincoln lying in state after his assassination. \n“This document and Lincoln’s signature provide a concrete connection to an incredible moment – the beginning of the end of slavery in America\,” said Christina Shutt\, executive director of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. “We are proud to give our visitors an additional chance to see it for themselves and to reflect on what it took to free four million Americans from enslavement.” \nTypically\, the ALPLM displays the proclamation during a brief window around Juneteenth\, the holiday celebrating the end of slavery in America.  But a new display case using cutting-edge technology now allows the ALPLM to display rare documents much longer while still minimizing the amount of harmful light they receive. \nThe ALPLM’s copy of the proclamation is one of about two dozen remaining.  It is signed by both Lincoln and Secretary of State William Seward.  These copies were made and then signed by Lincoln so they could be sold to raise money for the care of sick and wounded soldiers. \nFor more information\, visit www.PresidentLincoln.illinois.gov.  You can follow the ALPLM on Facebook\, X/Twitter and Instagram.
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SUMMARY:Christmas Tree Collections For Fish Habitat
DESCRIPTION:PrintIllinois Department of Natural Resources fisheries biologists are collecting live Christmas trees to be used as fish habitat in local lakes after the holidays.  The collected trees will be bundled together\, weighted\, and submerged at lakes\, providing critical habitat for multiple fish species and promoting algae growth for insects that attract fish for anglers.  The trees will naturally decompose over time. \nMaps and coordinates of the tree habitat locations are available online or from each lake’s biologist.  Visit the IDNR Office of Fisheries website for drop-off location information and instructions. Trees should be placed only in the designated area for each site and only during the designated drop-off dates.  Trees must be free of stands\, lights\, ornaments\, and tinsel.  Wreaths and garlands will not be accepted. \nDrop-off locations and dates include the following: \nFayette County:  Ramsey Lake State Recreation Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees at designated area near boat ramp. \nJasper County:  Newton State Fish and Wildlife Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees at designated area on northwest side of the parking lot near boat ramp. \nSam Parr State Fish and Wildlife Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees in designated area near southwest boat ramp. \nStephen A. Forbes State Recreation Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees near in the designated area near the boat ramp. \nShelby County:  Johnstowne Mall\nUntil March 1\nPlace trees in designated area northwest corner of parking lot.
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SUMMARY:Wednesday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBoys Basketball \nSt. Elmo/Brownstown at Okaw Valley\, 5:30 p.m. \nGirls Basketball \nEffingham at Mount Vernon\, 6 p.m. \nRamsey at South Central\, 6 p.m. \nWrestling \nCharleston\, Richland County\, Olney at Effingham\, 6 p.m. \nFRESHMAN/SOPHOMORE \nBoys Basketball \nEffingham at Richland County\, Olney\, 6 p.m. \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nVolleyball \nEffingham at Taylorville\, 5 p.m.
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SUMMARY:Angeled Kids Foster Closet & Resale
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