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IDOT announces 'Gear Up-Ride Smart' motorcycle safety campaign

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer
Tuesday, March 26th, 2013, 3:54pm
IDOT announces 'Gear Up-Ride Smart' motorcycle safety campaign

MARION, IL (KFVS) - (KFVS) - The Illinois Department of Transportation, Illinois State Police, and motorcycle advocacy groups partner to promote motorcycle safety and drive down motorcycle fatalities.

The campaign will be Wednesday, March 27 at 1:30 p.m. at Black Diamond Harley Davidson.

As a part of the “Gear Up - Ride Smart” campaign, IDOT is also introducing a new theme to bring awareness to all motorcyclists and encourage preparedness through training and wearing proper gear.

Those speaking at the event include:

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SLIDESHOW: Heartland Easter Bunny photos 2013

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer
Monday, March 25th, 2013, 5:00pm
(Source: Misty, cNews)
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1st Annual Senior Easter Egg Hunt in Benton rescheduled

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer
Monday, March 25th, 2013, 2:48pm
1st Annual Senior Easter Egg Hunt in Benton rescheduled

BENTON, IL (KFVS) - The 1st Annual Senior Easter Egg Hunt by Addus Healthcare has been rescheduled.

The egg hunt will now be Thursday, March 28 at 10 a.m. at Benton City Park. It is being hosted by Addus Home Health, Addus Home Care and Addus Evergreen Club the Adult Day Center in both Marion and Mt. Vernon.

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John Mayer to entertain at Illinois State Fair

Submitted by James Long, Digital Content Producer
Friday, March 22nd, 2013, 12:04pm
John Mayer to entertain at Illinois State Fair

SPRINGFIELD, IL (KFVS) - Fair officials have announced that blues-rock musician John Mayer is schedule to perform at the 2013 Illinois State Fair in August.

American Idol champion Phillip Phillips will headline for Mayer at the Sunday, Aug. 11 concert.

Mayer, a Grammy award winner, is well known for hits like "Daughters," "Waiting on the World to Change," and "Say."

Tickets are priced form $40 for a Tier 3 seat to $65 for a VIPit pass. They go on sale Saturday, March 30 at 10 a.m. Tickets can be purchased online at Ticketmaster.com or by calling (800) 745-3000 or by visiting any Ticketmaster outlet.

The Fair begins Thursday, Aug. 8-Sunday, Aug. 18.

Online: www.illinoisstatefair.info

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5KFVS celebrating 5 years, share your race pictures with us!

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer
Wednesday, March 20th, 2013, 3:00pm
5KFVS celebrating 5 years, share your race pictures with us!

The 5KFVS Run/Walk will be May 18 in downtown Cape Girardeau, Mo.

This year, to celebrate the 5th year, we're adding a 12K!

Have you ran the 5KFVS, or even ran all five years? We want to see your photos from past events!

Send your photos to cNews@kfvs12.com or click here to upload them. Don't forget to include your name and where you're from.

We'll share the pictures online and possibly on-air!

You can click here to visit the 5KFVS website where you can find more information and the sign-up form for this year's race.

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Hospice of Southern Illinois to host Spring Fling Trivia Night

Submitted by James Long, Digital Content Producer
Wednesday, March 20th, 2013, 11:25am
Hospice of Southern Illinois to host Spring Fling Trivia Night

MARION, IL (KFVS) - Hospice of Southern Illinois is hosting a Spring Fling Trivia Night on Saturday April 20 at 6 p.m.

The event will be at Local 318 Operators Engineer Hall, 3310 Water Tower Road in Marion.

A Fazoli’s spaghetti dinner will be available for $6 per person.

The cost to play is $120 per table with a maximum of eight people per table.

There will be cash prizes for top two tables, special prize for best decorated table, and dessert silent auction of baked goods.

Attendees can also bring their own food and beverages to snack on during the event.  

If interested, contact Jennifer at 618-997-3030 or jvinyard@hospice.org.

Hospice of Southern Illinois is a not-for-profit organization serving 27 counties in southern Illinois since 1981.

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U of I Extension sponsors 4-H Summer Camp

Submitted by James Long, Digital Content Producer
Wednesday, March 20th, 2013, 11:12am
U of I Extension sponsors 4-H Summer Camp

FRANKLIN COUNTY, IL (KFVS) -  According to University of Illinois Extension, the 4-H Memorial Camp in Monticello, Illinois is the perfect place for your child to experience the finest in summer camp life. 

They have traditional and innovative programs, professional staff and comfortable facilities await campers at 4-H Memorial.

Summer youth camp is open to all youth ages 8-16 years.  Following with the 4-H mission to foster positive youth development through a “learn-by-doing” philosophy, campers experience a five-day, four-night camp full of activities and learning.  Swimming, boating, hiking, arts & crafts, fishing, singing, volleyball, softball, the list goes on and on!

Four summer youth camps will be operated June and July. 

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