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All CategoriesAmericanTowns Heroes: Ariana Hargis is a Real LivesaverAriana Hargis is the kind of lifeguard you want on duty when your loved ones are in the pool. She's a quick-thinking, focused professional with eyes in the back of her head. When... Read more...Supply Chain Management Day in the Quad Cities March 6from:Western Illinois UniversityWestern Illinois University’s Department of Management and Marketing is partnering with several regional community colleges to offer the first-ever “Discover Supply... Read more...Nominations: Phi Kappa Phi Faculty Initiatesfrom:Western Illinois UniversityPhi Kappa Phi, the largest all-discipline national scholastic honor society at Western Illinois University, is seeking nominations from Western faculty for 2012 faculty initiates. Read more..."Connected" Film: Theme Speakers Seriesfrom:Western Illinois UniversityHave you ever faked a restroom trip to check your e-mail? Slept with your laptop? Or become so overwhelmed that you just unplugged from it all? Read more...English Honor Society Wins International Awardfrom:Western Illinois UniversitySigma Tau Delta, the international English Honor Society, has named Western Illinois University's Phi Delta chapter one of three Outstanding Chapters worldwide for the... Read more...Nick Padgett Named 2012 Distinguished Alumnus by WIU College of Business and Technologyfrom:Western Illinois UniversityNick Padgett, a 1988 graduate of Western Illinois University, is the recipient of the 2012 Distinguished Alumnus Award from the University’s College of Business and... Read more...Leathernecks in Training Kicks Off Todayfrom:Western Illinois UniversityIt's a new year, so why not try something new and gain better health as a result! Read more...WIU FOP Fund Drive Underwayfrom:Western Illinois UniversityThe annual fundraiser for Western Illinois University Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) Lodge No. 169 is underway. Donations collected will help the WIU FOP to supply bike helmets... Read more...Weather Advisory: WIU-Macombfrom:Western Illinois UniversityDue to winter weather conditions, a University Advisory has been issued for the Western Illinois University-Macomb today (Jan. 12). At this time, the campus remains open.... Read more...Internal Search: VPASfrom:Western Illinois UniversityDue to an unsuccessful national search for a vice president for administrative services (VPAS) in 2011, an internal search will take place during the Spring 2012 semester.... Read more...Colley: Asst. Director of Physical Plantfrom:Western Illinois UniversityMonte Colley, a senior engineer and interim assistant director of the Western Illinois University Physical Plant, has been named assistant director, according to Scott Coker,... Read more...Start your Search for Volunteer Opportunities in Macomb, Illinois with AmericanTowns Macomb Volunteer Guide!On behalf of non-profit groups and organizers all over Mcdonough County, AmericanTowns would like to invite all of you to join in on making a difference. Seize today and... Read more...AmericanTowns PR Tool: Getting publicity for your Macomb organization has never been easierIf your nonprofit group in Macomb is looking to let the community know about an upcoming event, activity or initiative, our PR Tool is here to help! Here's how it works: when you... Read more...Weekend Activities in and around MacombGive yourself a Time Out this week and treat yourself to a day out on the town. Whether you're in the mood to do some shopping, house hunting, catch a movie or just enjoy... Read more...Eat Local! Great Resources in the Macomb areaWhat’s one small change that 1) significantly improves your health 2) helps the environment 3) boosts Illinois’s economy and 4) helps you win the lottery (OK, so we made that... Read more...Winning the Real Estate Game in Macomb in a Tough MarketPurchasing a home in Illinois is one of the best investments you can make; but like so much else in life, timing is everything. Recent talk... Read more...An Invitation to our Macomb Community: BLOG ON!Since this site is all about Macomb, we’d like to get the unique perspectives of local bloggers. If you’ve been blogging, great – send your name, email and a link to your... Read more...AmericanTowns Heroes: Brandon Rohlwing Helps Teens Get Through Tough TimesBrandon Rohlwing was feeling pretty low when he stumbled upon the website ReachOut offering support to anyone questioning the meaning in life. The information he found helped give... Read more...2011 Fall Dean's Listfrom:Western Illinois UniversityMore than 1,530 undergraduate students enrolled at Western Illinois University were named to the 2011 Fall Dean's List. The number includes 77 students at WIU-Quad Cities. Read more...FY'12 Cash Flow Update [12/14/11]from:Western Illinois UniversityI am happy to report that Western Illinois University has received its final reimbursements from the state for FY'11. While the University has received some payments for... Read more...Cut your own Christmas Tree from tree farms in IllinoisPining for the perfect tree? Find one that’s right for your home at a Illinois Christmas tree farm. Remember, not all farmers allow guests to cut their own, so be sure to call... Read more...Brattain Transfer Scholarship Established at WIUfrom:Western Illinois UniversityA scholarship to benefit transfer students from Hancock, McDonough and Schuyler counties has been established at Western Illinois University by William "Dr. B" and... Read more...Western Illinois University Archives Offers Unique Holiday Gift Ideafrom:Western Illinois UniversityLooking for a gift for that hard-to-buy-for person on your holiday list? Look no further than the Archives and Special Collections Unit at the Western Illinois University Leslie... Read more...Hawkinson Named Provostfrom:Western Illinois UniversityKen Hawkinson, interim provost and vice president for academic affairs at Western Illinois University, has been named provost and academic vice president at WIU, effective Jan. 1,... Read more...Self-Guided Holiday Light Show At WIU Greek Chapter Houses to be Held Mondayfrom:Western Illinois UniversityThirteen Greek chapters from Western Illinois University will show off their holiday lighting skills on Monday with a Holiday Lights Show. Read more...Free Tutoring for Students in Grades 7-12from:Western Illinois UniversityAre you concerned with your son's or daughter's reading skills? Need some new study strategies for your student? Would you like your child to be more sucessful in school? Read more...UHDS Staff, Students Earn Top Honorsfrom:Western Illinois UniversityWestern Illinois University can certainly bill its housing program as "award-winning." Over the past several years, a variety of awards have been brought back to the... Read more...AmericanTowns Heroes: Donna Bailey Believes in her StudentsTeaching is touted as being one of the most rewarding jobs in the world. Granted, it's not usually a high-paying job, but the satisfaction of having inspired a student to reach... Read more...WIU and MDH Partner for Art Exhibitsfrom:Western Illinois UniversityMcDonough District Hospital and Western Illinois University have entered into an exhibition agreement that is designed to allow the artworks of students, faculty and selected... Read more...Macomb Thanksgiving 2011 - Thanksgiving Events, Volunteer Opportunities and more!With Thanksgiving around the corner and preparations to be made, you might have a lot on your plate. That’s why AmericanTowns has put together resources for Thanksgiving... Read more...MHS Senior Matthew Cook Selected for WIU Scholarshipfrom:Western Illinois UniversityMatthew Cook, a Macomb High School senior, has been selected for a Western Illinois University Centennial Honors Scholarship, which covers tuition, fees and a residence hall room... Read more...Adams/Ward Streets Closurefrom:Western Illinois UniversityThe city of Macomb has closed the intersection of Adams and Ward streets near Sherman Hall today (Nov. 17) as a city public works crew repairs a sinkhole. Read more...Email, Campus Internet Unavailable Nov. 20from:Western Illinois UniversityWestern Illinois University's Zimbra e-mail system, the campus web server (wiu.edu), Western Online and other Internet services will be shut down between 10 p.m. Sunday, Nov.... Read more...U.S. Cellular to offer free device workshop in MacombMACOMB, Ill. (Nov. 2, 2011) – With a recent study showing a nearly 80 percent increase in smartphone shipments from a year ago, there are plenty of first-time smartphone... Read more...The Power of a Single Vote - Macomb Election Information and Polling PlacesPresidential elections tend to get most of the attention, but there are plenty of key local Macomb elections this year that are equally important. As they say, "all politics... Read more...Coker: Physical Plant Interim Directorfrom:Western Illinois UniversityScott Coker has been named the interim director of the Western Illinois University Physical Plant, effective Nov. 1, according to Interim Vice President for Administrative... Read more...UAASC Director Interviewsfrom:Western Illinois UniversityThree candidates for the Western Illinois University University Advising and Academic Services Center director's position will be on campus for interviews Nov. 10, Nov. 18... Read more...WWW.GURNEES-GOT-IT.COM Campaign Celebrates Gurnee Community with Event to Award Big Cash and Prizes!GURNEE, IL (OCTOBER 26, 2011) – Two huge prizes were given away this past Wednesday, October 26th, at an event held at Michael Fohrman’s Gurnee Dodge Chrysler Jeep (7255 Grand... Read more...Irv and Connie Berg Open House, Memorial Nov. 5from:Western Illinois UniversityThe Western Illinois University and Macomb communities are invited to an open house and memorial service Saturday, Nov. 5 for Irving and Constance (Connie) Demuth Berg, who both... Read more...WIU Brass Ensemble Concert November 1from:Western Illinois UniversityWestern Illinois University Brass Ensemble will perform in concert at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov 1 in the College of Fine Arts and Communication (COFAC) Recital Hall. Read more...WIU Student Talent Grant Awards Show Oct. 25- Nov. 17from:Western Illinois UniversityTwenty-six Western Illinois University students are winners in the Department of Art/College of Fine Arts and Communication Talent Grant/Tuition Waiver competition, and their... Read more...PSA Gala Nov. 12, At the Oscarsfrom:Western Illinois UniversityIf you have always dreamed of attending a Hollywood bash but never scored an invitation, you are now in luck. “A Night at the Oscars,” the Performing Arts Society... Read more...WIU Alumna/Researcher to Present "Adolescence Neurobehavioral Characteristics... ...from:Western Illinois UniversityMACOMB, IL – Linda Spear, distinguished professor of psychology at the Center for Development and Behavioral Neuroscience at Binghamton (NY) University, returns to her... Read more...Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide for Illinois ILIllinois Pumpkin Picking Farms and Fall Pumkin Patch Farms - go pumpkin picking at a local farm in Illinois. When there's a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at the... Read more...Danner: October EOMfrom:Western Illinois UniversityMarlin Danner, communications services specialist II in Telecommunications at Western Illinois University, has been named the WIU October Civil Service Employee of the Month. Read more...Safe Trick-or-Treatingfrom:Western Illinois UniversityFor a haunting, howling and spooky good time, area children are invited to Western Illinois University's Macomb campus for a safe trick-or-treating event Monday, Oct. 31. Read more..."Spotlight" Series Showcases Grant-Funded Research and Student Opportunitiesfrom:Western Illinois UniversityTo showcase these projects, and ones like them at WIU, the Office of Sponsored Projects and University Television (UTV) are co-producing the "Spotlight" UTV Series,... Read more...Keithley: Outstanding Adviserfrom:Western Illinois UniversityEmber Keithley, an academic adviser for the College of Business and Technology at Western Illinois University, has received the Outstanding Academic Adviser Award for 2011. Read more...Share and Celebrate Local Green InitiativesAmericanTowns has just launched GreenTowns.com, a new network to connect and celebrate local green initiatives and their leaders, in Macomb and across the country. With... Read more...Find Illinois Corn Mazes - Get lost in an Illinois haunted Halloween corn maze this season!Imagine entering a giant puzzle … one that's tall, green and full of surprises. This is the experience of a Illinois corn mazes and it's a great, old-fashioned way to have... Read more... |








