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Alexis News

Local news for Alexis, IL continually updated from thousands of sources on the web.

Tuesday May 6 | The Commercial-News, Danville, IL

Catlin offers new scholarship

“Since retiring, I like to travel and be in my mobile home.”

A new scholarship has been named after Gordon Combs, the principal at Catlin High School from 1971 to 1990. via The Commercial-News, Danville, IL

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Thursday Apr 17 | New York Times

Bush urges halt of CO2 emission growth by 2025

President George W. Bush on Wednesday called for halting the growth of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions by 2025, but drew quick criticism for offering few ideas on how to do so before his term ends next year. via New York Times

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Mar 23, 2008 | New York Times

Economists debate how far US economy will fall

Polls show overwhelming numbers of Americans believe the U.S. economy is in a recession, although government statistics have yet to show a period of negative growth that meets the technical definition. via New York Times

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Mar 20, 2008 | The Dispatch

Home-schooler art exhibit displays talent

“We try to incorporate a lot of mediums and subjects and incorporate a little art history as well”

An exhibit of about 70 pieces of work from home-schooled students are on display at Arts United. via The Dispatch

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Nov 11, 2007 | Register-Mail

Rival humane societies hope to repair split

“It is a passion and a mission - as long as I have that, I'll continue as long as I can.”

For the second time in two years, the Knox County Humane Society finds itself at a crossroads. via Register-Mail

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Nov 9, 2007 | Register-Mail

Animals gets kids excited about learning

“If you're going to adopt a horse you need to learn how to rope a horse and tie a knot”

Students in Alexis and Gerlaw are adopting miniature horses this fall as part of an agriculture lesson. via Register-Mail

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Nov 7, 2007 | Hancock County Journal Pilot

Citizens finds way around service breaks; Rt. 336 construction crews...

“It was probably not even once a year.”

A new effort to provide an alternate route for phone service may end the increased number of times the 9-1-1 system and long distance services go down. via Hancock County Journal Pilot

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Oct 18, 2007 | The Register-Mail

Classes, events geared for seniors

Carl Sandburg College for Senior Citizens is offering the following classes and events for people 50 and older. via The Register-Mail

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Oct 16, 2007 | Roseville Independent

National 4-H Week set for Oct. 7 - 13

“This is a great way for our clubs to get their names out within the community”

Warren County 4-Hers are celebrating National 4-H Week, Oct. 7-13, by creating displays in their local communities. via Roseville Independent

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Oct 14, 2007 | Register-Mail

Bonds needed for school repairs

“The architect's estimate of the improvements is $2,569,500. "The board is taking the steps to move forward with this project. We have three years to use the money.”

United School District wants to issue more than $5 million in bonds for life safety projects and other needs. via Register-Mail

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Alexis, Illinois is located in Mercer County. Zip codes in Alexis include 61412.