(Photo By Flickr User Natalia Medd) As snow and ice fall, sometimes we do, too; injuries are more common during the winter due to the dangers of walking in tough weather conditions. This time of year, slipping and falling can sometimes seem inevitable. All of the snow and ice requires people to be on high…… MORE
WVEL Health/News Scope Now: Shoveling Safety
(Photo By Flickr User Kristel Jax) Shoveling can cause injuries if physically unprepared; so if you will be shoveling out snow this Winter season, by all means, be careful! Shoveling injuries are more common this time of year due to winter weather conditions. Something as common as shoveling your driveway can leave you with a…… MORE
WVEL Weather/News Scope Now: IDOT Is Warning Drivers On Difficult Driving Conditions Throughout The Land Of Lincoln
(Photo By Flickr User Michael Kappel) The Illinois Department of Transportation is warning the public that a winter storm with the potential for several inches of snow and freezing rain with icy conditions, will have a major impact on travel this Winter season throughout much of the state. All motorists should plan accordingly for conditions…… MORE
WVEL News/Traffic Scope Now: The Illinois Department Of Transportation Is Inviting The Public To Take An Online Traveler Survey
(Photo By Flickr User raymondclarkeimages & Illinois State Police) Newsline: The State Of Illinois; “Land Of Lincoln,” “The Prairie State,” IDOT, & Roadway Travel The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is asking travelers to weigh in on the state’s transportation systems this month. An online survey opened earlier this month and will run through Wednesday,…… MORE
WVEL Entertainment Scope: Nelly Is Coming To The 2020 Sangamon County Fair
(Photo By Flickr User reeb0k2008) Grammy award-winning, multi-platinum rap superstar, Nelly is coming to the Sangamon County Fair in Summer 2020! Nelly is set to perform on Thursday, June 18th in New Berlin, IL. Fair Board President Nathan Smith says, “We are beyond excited to welcome Nelly to our Grandstand 20 years after his album…… MORE
WVEL Weather Scope Now: Below Freezing Temperatures Tips
(Photo By Flickr User espie (on and off)) If you’ve been outside on earlier this week, you’ve noticed how the temperatures have significantly dropped. Overnight Monday & Tuesday, the wind chill got down to the single digits! With this drop in temperatures, you’ll want to make sure you’re doing everything you can to protect yourself…… MORE
WVEL/IHSA Insider: The 2019 Capital City Showcase Rewind
(Photo By Flickr User Dayland Shannon) “IHSA Boys Basketball fanatics, stand up and cheer, for the best of the big throwdown in the Cap City at the Bank Of Springfield Center!” The 2019 Capital City Showcase took place on last Saturday at the BOS Center in Springfield, IL! Just in case you missed it or…… MORE
The 2020 Mississippi Valley Fair Concert Line-Up
(Photo By Flickr User Eva Rinaldi) Dust off your cowboy boots and party/fun gear, the 2020 Mississippi Valley Fair Grandstand lineup has been announced! The list for next year’s concert line-up is as follows: Tuesday: LOCASH Wednesday: Keith Urban Thursday: Shinedown Friday: Old Dominion Saturday: Pitbull Sunday: To Be Announced The fair runs Tuesday, August…… MORE
WVEL Sports Scope Now: The Fighting Illini Football Team Are Going Bowling!
(Photo By Flickr User Matthew Roth) “California, here they come; nine seasons where they last started from!” “Attention Fighting Illini pigskin fans, attention Fighting Illini pigskin fans, it’s Bowl Time!” According to 247sports.com, the University Of Illinois football’s last bowl win came in the San Francisco area, a 20-14 Kraft Fight Hunger Bowl…… MORE
Millikin University + New Degree = Recruiting Illinois Teachers
(Photo by Flickr User straightedge217) Newsline: Millikin University & Decatur, IL A new degree will be offered at Millikin University School of Education. The degree is a new Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) that will specifically focus on anyone seeking an Illinois teaching license through the completion of graduate study. Millikin said the degree is…… MORE
