Lake Land loses by three Nov 8, 2009
MATTOON Two 3-point tries in the final seconds missed for Lake Land as Illinois Central College escaped with a 64-61 men's basketball win Saturday night. Travis Scott came off the bench to score 10 first-half points helping the Lake Land to a 29-27 halftime lead. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Expense Part of Tough College Decision Nov 6, 2009
Some of the indecisiveness regarding selecting a college has benefited area community colleges, particularly East Central College and St. Charles Community College, who offer a cheaper solution compared to four-year institutions ... "It's a very, very good deal," said Megen Poynter of East Central College. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Former teammates reunite Nov 2, 2009
Freshman Leah Shaw (Princeton) and the Illinois Central College Cougars defeated No. 1 ranked Kishwaukee 3-0 in the ICC Invite last weekend ... Molly VonHolten, a junior from Walnut, was the 10th runner for Central College (Pella, Iowa) with a 15th-place time of 27:02. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Yard and Garden: Master gardener offers lessons in Hydrangeas 101 Nov 1, 2009
At the Master Gardeners State Conference held in Springfield a few years back, I attended a session related to hydrangeas given by Glenn Herold of Illinois Central College. It was very interesting and I ve referred to the notes from that session several times. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Yard and Garden: Master gardener offers lessons in Hydrangeas 101 Oct 31, 2009
At the Master Gardeners State Conference held in Springfield a few years back, I attended a session related to hydrangeas given by Glenn Herold of Illinois Central College. It was very interesting and I ve referred to the notes from that session several times. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Q & A: Rusty Burney Oct 31, 2009
A native of Pella, Iowa, Burney graduated from Central College in 1997, and then worked as an intern at Brigham Young University, a graduate assistant at Arkansas, an assistant strength and conditioning coach at Tulsa and the head Sh at Colgate before becoming a Hawkeye. Burney and his wife, April, have three children (Jordan, 16; Olivia, 4; Emma, 2) with a fourth due in April. (Hawkeyesports.com)
Garden city Bangalore? 50,000 trees cut Oct 30, 2009
As many as 279 more trees will soon be axed down for 'Namma Metro' - the upcoming metro rail in central Bangalore, specially near the legislative assembly building Vidhana Soudha and Central College roads ... "Most of the trees dotting the Vidhana Soudha and Central College areas are as old as 150 years. They are our heritage. It takes years for a tree to grow and cutting them in a few hours in the name of development is not logical," said Vinay Sreenivasa, coordinator of Hasiru Usiru. (India Times, India)
Mr. Young strikes a pose of confidence at MPMS Oct 29, 2009
Young graduated from Johnston High School, a suburb of Des Moines and receiving his Social Sciences and teaching degree in 2008 at Central College in Pella. He has already developed a rapport with his students, something that is apparent to see as they interacted before class began. (Kalona News, IA)
Local Police Chief Writes Third Book on 'Ghosts of Wine Country' Oct 23, 2009
Finally, Terry will be at the History Fair at East Central College Sunday, Nov. 1, from 1 to 5 p.m.; and at the St. Louis Genealogical Society Sunday, Dec. 6, at 1 p.m.. A regular contributor to Haunted Times magazine, Terry - who works as the assistant police chief for New Haven - continues to bring his police background into play to search out the paranormal, utilizing police techniques and scientific equipment. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
News in brief Oct 22, 2009
The colleges that are coming are American College of Hairstyling, American Institute of Business, Central College, Briar Cliff, Hawkeye Community College, Grandview College, Iowa Central Co. College, Iowa Lakes Co. College, Grandview College, Indian Hills Co. College, Kaplan University, La'James International-Ft. Dodge, La'James College-Mason City, Minnesota State University, North Iowa Co. College(Calmar) North Iowa Co. College (NIACC), Rasmussen College, Solon Professional Academy, Simpson... (Forest City Summit, IO)
Pacific Teenager Turns Dreams Into Reality Oct 22, 2009
Jenna's introduction to acting came into focus when she and her mother went to see the East Central College production of "Beauty and the Beast," where her friend Trish Baker was appearing. "I looked at Trish up on that stage and I thought I want to do that," Jenna said. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
UPDATE: About 250 Students Evacuated at Four Rivers Career Center Oct 22, 2009
School officials called 911 and evacuated the students, including those in the practical nursing classes and East Central College classes, while firefighters responded to the scene. "School officials did not know the cause of the alarm," Halmich said. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
'Refuse to lose': Columbus senior cross country runner has eyes on ultimate prize Oct 21, 2009
Sept. 5 at Central College 15:55 16:03 8 sec.. Sept. 8 at Keota Invite 16:10 16:54 44 sec.. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Chicago's Best Halloween Celebratio... Oct 19, 2009
The tour encompasses Naperville s downtown area , North Central College campus, and the Naperville historical center. Ladley claims to have done over four decades of research on Naperville s paranormal activity and her tour outlines all the tragic events and weird happenings of the western suburb s past. (Suite101.com)
ECC Sweeps Lewis and Clark Oct 17, 2009
That number marked the number of games it took for the East Central College volleyball Lady Falcons to beat Lewis and Clark Community College in Godfrey, Ill. Wednesday. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
College day planned for area students Oct 17, 2009
The following schools who offer agriculture programs have been invited: Illinois State University, University of Illinois, Southern Illinois University, Western Illinois University, Black Hawk East, Joliet Junior College, Lake Land College and Illinois Central College. If you are interested in majoring in agriculture, feel free to attend the program and utilize this opportunity to meet with eight Illinois colleges. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Former Storm, Red Devils still suiting up for football Oct 15, 2009
Matt McClure is freshman at Heartland College in Normal and Sara White is a freshman at Illinois Central College. Other PHS products suiting up are Daedra Ackerman (ICC) and Lyndsay Nguyen (Heartland). (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
IVCC's annual College Night Oct 14, 2009
Colleges and universities expected to participate are: Augustana College, Aurora University, Blackburn College, Bradley University, Carthage College, Columbia College, Concordia University, Cottey College, Creighton University, DePaul University, DeVry University, Dominican University, Eastern Illinois University, Elmhurst College, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Eureka College, Finlandia University, Illinois College, Illinois State University, Illinois Wesleyan University, Joliet Junior... (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Jenkins is a 'vocal' leader for Tigers' soccer Oct 9, 2009
A life-long fan of soccer, Jenkins hopes to continue his career at the collegiate level playing for Parkland or Illinois Central College. It (playing soccer) gives me the motivation to do well in school, and gives me something to look forward to every day. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Ramsey Inducted Into WINGS Hall of Honor Oct 8, 2009
Ramsey is best known as a basketball and softball coaching legend at Illinois Central College, a junior college located in Peoria, Ill ... In addition, the gymnasium at Illinois Central College was named the Lorene M. Ramsey Gymnasium in 2003. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Tyler Emmorey Named GLIAC Cross Country Runner of the Week Oct 7, 2009
Grand Valley State recorded a score of 52 points, finishing behind North Central College, which totaled 46 points. GVSU finished well ahead of Eastern Michigan (93), UW-Stevens Point (106), and Notre Dame (217). (Gvsulakers.com)
Pamela Roskens Oct 6, 2009
Roskens lives in Walnut with her daughters, Jessica, a senior at Rockford College and Rebecca, a sophomore at Illinois Central College in Peoria. Comments. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
GVSU Cross Country Teams Finish First and Second at Notre Dame Invitational Oct 5, 2009
GVSU men's team recorded a score of 52 points, finishing second behind North Central College, which totaled 46 points. The Lakers finished well ahead of Eastern Michigan (93), UW-Stevens Point (106), and Notre Dame (217), which rounded out the top five. (Gvsulakers.com)
Kloppe to Wed Kolks Oct 3, 2009
Katie is a 2003 graduate of East Central College where she studied business management. She is employed at Boeuf r Mutual Insurance Company, New Haven. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Rivalry week in Illinois Oct 3, 2009
Or the Battle of Naperville on Friday night in front of over 15,000 fans in downtown Naperville at North Central College ... Naperville Central (4-1/2-1) vs Naperville North (3-2/1-2) @ North Central College When: 7:30PM Friday ... Expect the usual overflow crowd in excess of 15,000 plus fans at North Central College in downtown Naperville. (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
Irish Women Finish 10th, Men 16th at Notre Dame Invitational Oct 3, 2009
In the earlier races, North Central College won the men's Gold Division race with 46 points, followed by Grand Valley State in second with 52 and Eastern Michigan in third with 93 points. DePaul's Matt Graham won the individual crown with a time of 24:34. (Und.com)
Softball Continues Fall Schedule Oct 2, 2009
The Tigers shutout both of their opponents from last Saturday's doubleheader, blanking North Central College, 12-0, before holding off Heartland Community College, 3-0. Missouri pitchers (Fenton, Mo. (Mutigers.com)
ECC Goes Unbeaten in Tourney Oct 1, 2009
East Central (14-7) swept Cottey College, Northeastern Oklahoma AMetropolitan Community College-Longview Saturday in the Seed Tournament it hosted. Against Cottey, East Central won, 25-17, 25-15. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Tigers Play Fall Doubleheader Sep 24, 2009
The afternoon doubleheader will pit the Tigers against North Central College beginning at Noon, followed by Heartland Community College at approximately 2 p.m. Both games are open to the public and free of charge. The Cardinals from North Central College, an NCAA Division III program, finished 27-12 last season. (Mutigers.com)
Lady Falcons Go 3-1 in Iowa Sep 23, 2009
East Central (9-6) went 3-1 in the Southeastern Community College Invitational sponsored by PZAZZ. The Lady Falcons were one of three teams to end the tournament at 3-1. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
No comments posted. Sep 19, 2009
Surviving Mr. Huffman are his wife, Betty, two daughters, Martha and Lois, and a son, Eddie Joe, student at Indiana Central College, Indianapolis. Speakin of Sports by Parky Crisp fall weather should entice a huge throng to the annual Portland-Hartford City football game at the Jay County stamping grounds. (Hartford City News-Times, IN)
Orange and Blue Race to Second Place at the Illinois... Sep 19, 2009
Stephen Sambu from Rend Lake College took the individual title with a time of 23:48 and North Central College finished the meet with 56 points, capturing the overall team title. The Illini have next weekend off to prepare for the Wisconsin Inter-Regional on Friday, October 2. (Fightingillini.com)
'We're Problem Solvers' Sep 17, 2009
" Bleckman serves customers in roughly a 50-mile radius around Washington. Although the shop hours are Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with an hour break for lunch, Bleckman responds to its customer needs round the clock. "Many of our customers are working 24 hours a day, seven days a week, so if something goes wrong, if a machine breaks, they need it fixed right away," said Rich Bleckman. Depending on the need, the customer may bring in the part or machine to be repaired or someone... (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Temporary hires become permanent at college Sep 16, 2009
Before coming to Southwestern, Kridelbaugh taught at several education institutions in Illinois, including Lincoln Trail College, Eastern Illinois University and Olney Central College in Olney; along with Lower Columbia College in Longview, Wash. She also had a teaching fellowship at the University of Oregon. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Chasing kids not workout it seems Sep 16, 2009
There was this ongoing theme of the women reporting more activity than they actually were getting, says study author Kelli O'Neil, a personal trainer who is on the exercise science faculty at Central College in Pella, Iowa. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Health)
County Adopts Lower Property Tax Rates Sep 16, 2009
You keep raising taxes and we get less services," Zelch said. He also asked the commission about the county's debt. The county spent about $16 million on its building projects for the new government center and judicial center. It currently carries a debt of about $39 million which it will repay over the next 30 years, Sudholt said. Hillhouse stressed to The Missourian that the county has nothing to do with the other taxes people pay for sewer, municipalities, fire and ambulance districts and... (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Freshman athletes going away from home for first time Sep 12, 2009
Leah Shaw, a standout on Princeton;s 2008 state squad, has taken her talents to Illinois Central College in East Peoria ... Another pair of PHS products, Daedra Ackerman and Sara White, have been reunited at Illinois Central College. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
City boy meets farm girl ... Sep 11, 2009
My maternal grandparents met at Central College, and my parents followed suit and met there as well. My parents eventually settled into a life of teaching and farming at Lone Tree-yup, the same "lone tree" that was featured in Our Iowa a number of issues back. (Lone Tree Reporter, IA)
Prep of the week: Wapello quarterback likes to be in the thick of the action Sep 10, 2009
-- Sam Chaney, Columbus, cross country: The senior captured individual titles at the Iowa Mennonite Early Bird and Dutch Invitational at Central College. Chaney, last year s district champion, won by more than 20-second margin at IMS and topped a field at Pella that included Cedar Rapids Washington, Cedar Rapids Kennedy and Pella. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Lady Falcons Win Own Tourney Sep 10, 2009
East Central remained perfect at home, improving to 3-0 in the friendly confines of the East Central Field House. The wins, 3-1 over the William Woods JV team and 3-0 over the Central Methodist JV team, helped the Lady Falcons improve to 4-4 overall for the season. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Prep roundup: Muskie swimmers lap field in season debut Sep 7, 2009
Chaney captures title at Central College Invite. PELLA, Iowa Columbus Community s cross country runner Sam Chaney continued his torrid week with a victory Saturday at the Dutch Invitational hosted by Central College. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
County Unemployment Declines, Still Above State, National Averages Sep 5, 2009
Local entities, including East Central College, are doing what they can to help. ECC was recently approved for funding through the Missouri Department of Workforce Development for two accelerated training programs. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Teach English, Learning About China Sep 4, 2009
She also visited East Central College, St. Clair, Washington, New Haven, Rolla and St. Francis Borgia schools ... In addition to the Juedemanns, local teachers included Yolanda Mense, Karen Myers, and Barbara Butterfield, all of Union; Nona Miller and Pete McClenning, Owensville; Mary Schroeder, (East Central College) Union; and Jessica Linn, St. Clair. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Looking Back Sep 3, 2009
Prairie Flower Esther Bartholomew and Rosie Faulkner left Tuesday for Pella, where they expect to enter school at Central College. Gretna Crain of Highland Center is visiting her sister, Mrs. Harve Knupp. (Kalona News, IA)
Whitworth-Hagedorn Engagement Sep 2, 2009
Jennifer is a 2005 graduate of Washington High School and a 2007 graduate of East Central College with an associate's degree in health science. She is currently attending St. Louis Community College at Forest Park for diagnostic medical sonography. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Smith to Wed Wiedemann Sep 2, 2009
LeAnne has a certificate in paramedic technology from East Central College. She is employed as a paramedic at Hermann Area District Hospital and Hermann EMS. Timothy has an associate degree in collision repair from Linn Tech. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Tigresses looking to create their own legacy Sep 1, 2009
Without a pair of graduated seniors from last year;s squad, 6-foot standout hitter Leah Shaw, who is playing at Illinois Central College and blocker Sarah Schlund, the Tigresses will have a little bit of a different style this season. We;re going to have a lot of ball control this year, so hopefully we;ll find ways to win by outplaying the other team and picking on their weaknesses,; Puck said. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Sammet to Wed Thoele Aug 29, 2009
Amy is a 2006 graduate of Union High School and a 2008 graduate of East Central College with an Associate of Arts degree in teaching. She is attending Missouri Baptist working toward a bachelor's degree in early childhood education and early childhood special education. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Number of broken homes alarms Keokuk pastor Aug 29, 2009
and graduated from North Central College in Naperville, Ill. in 1974 with a degree in psychology. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Tiger coach wants a new start Aug 27, 2009
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One case of swine flu reported at Central College Aug 26, 2009
PELLA, Iowa -- Even though fall classes have not yet begun, authorities say a case of swine flu has been reported at Central College in Pella. School officials said Monday that there has been only been one reported case on campus for far, and it was in a female student, who has been sent home. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Lee-Fricke United in Marriage Aug 26, 2009
The bride is a 2000 graduate of Union High School, earned an associate's degree from East Central College in 2006 and will graduate from Central Methodist University in May with a bachelor's degree in business. She is employed by UniGroup Worldwide, Fenton. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Instructor ready to drive learning in two districts Aug 26, 2009
The only volleyball experience I have had is through the intramural program at Central College, so that should be a learning experience for me ... Squires graduated in May from Central College in Pella. (Forest City Summit, IO)
VISTA volunteers build community Aug 23, 2009
Background: Attended Iowa Central College for a year and in 2007 graduated from Briar Cliff University; previously held a variety of business jobs including as corporate meeting planner for an insurance company and marketing director at Pocahontas State Bank. In 2003, she decided to become a nun and is affiliated with the Sisters of St. Francis. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Lady Falcons Earn National Ranking Aug 22, 2009
The Lady Falcons have been ranked 22nd in the NJCAA Division II national poll. East Central went 34-12 last season and is the only Region 16 team mentioned in the first poll. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Students get crash course in the 'Real World' Aug 22, 2009
This school s helped me a lot, said Barber, who plans to attend Central College in Pella next year. I wanted to give back a little. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
ECC Sets New Records in Enrollment Aug 19, 2009
Monday marked the school's 40th anniversary of the start of classes and the highest enrollment ever at the college. The number of students jumped 24 percent from last year to 3,487 according to preliminary figures. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Local students attend HOBY conference at Central College Aug 19, 2009
Published: Tuesday, August 18, 2009 9:15 AM CDT PELLA - Central College hosted the annual Hugh O'Brien Youth (HOBY) Leadership Conference, June 12-14, for high school sophomores. Each sophomore was selected by his/her high school based on demonstrated leadership potential. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Leaving Her Mark Aug 16, 2009
While Schwartz s prep career is over, she will continue her education at Central College in Pella where she plans to study communications and computer science. She will also play basketball for the Dutch, leaving softball behind. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Conley's breakdown » Aug 15, 2009
Six athletes rank in the top 50 prospects nationally in the 2010 class - ESPN. Originally Published: August 14, 2009. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Wildcats Look to Rebuild Aug 15, 2009
Both are at East Central College this semester and Eckley is hopeful they will be able to catch on with football programs in the spring. Players who could make an impact offensively this season on the line include senior center Tyler Gaither and junior Griffin Daehnke. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Changing Things a World Away Aug 15, 2009
When most high school teachers retire, they normally take on hobbies such as traveling the country, fishing or golf. Mohammed Radmanesh, known by his students as Mr. Rod, took on something a bit more complicated. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Redhawk Alum Jamie Baumstark Heads Overseas to Play Professionally Aug 14, 2009
While preparing for her move to Europe and pro volleyball, Baumstark has been working out with the East Central College volleyball squad. "I'm very, very excited," Jamie said. (Gosoutheast.com)
Area practices to get started today Aug 12, 2009
Sullivan-Lovington is the only small school with soccer and the state tournament is set for Nov. 7 in Class 1A at North Central College in Naperville. Share. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
SPORTS BULLETIN BOARD Aug 9, 2009
OLNEY - The ninth annual Olney Central College Baseball Fall League/Camp is scheduled to begin with an open workout and registration at 3 p.m. Aug. 29 at Dennis Conley Field. The five-week camp is open to high school freshmen through seniors emphasizes improvement through fundamentals and playing in game situations. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
