Health
Impact Life Having Community Blood Drive at Watchfire Signs Monday, August 10th; 11 AM - 2 PM
ImpactLife is partnering with local blood donors and drive hosts on community blood drives during the week of August 10 through August 16th. We appreciate the support of local volunteers who step forward as volunteer donors and blood drive coordinators.
Aug 06, 2026
Vermilion County Budget Preparations Advancing
Vermilion County government's new fiscal year does not begin until December but work is already advancing on a proposed new budget. The County Board's Finance and Personnel Committee approved eight budget proposals for various offices this (Monday) evening. Committee chairman Jerry Hawker says there's more work to d...
Aug 04, 2026
Impact Life Hosting Community Blood Drive Thursday, August 20th; at St. James United Methodist Church
The overall rate of blood donation decreases during the summer months, so donations are especially needed this time of year.
Aug 03, 2026
DPD's Mini-Marathon and Health & Wellness Day at Lincoln Park's FRIENDLY TOWN Brings out Crowd and Runners
Joining the Police to put this event together were Birth to Five Illinois, Two Roads Wellness Clinic, OFG, and Active Education.
Aug 01, 2026
Longtime Carle Doctor, Vermilion County Collaborative Leader, Retiring
"We are blessed in this profession to get to do something that matters," Meneely said. "And so, I think that's the biggest thing is, and some days don't feel like it, but every day you get to do something that's really going to matter to somebody.
Jul 31, 2026
ImpactLife blog post: SUMMER BLOOD SUPPLY UPDATE
We're fortunate to have a great team with departments focused on donor recruitment, inventory management, blood testing and processing, and of course, working with volunteer donors to collect their donations.
Jul 29, 2026
Carle Health Mobile Market Now Accepting SNAP Benefits
"We are thrilled to have both SNAP and Mobile Market Food Share help us fulfill our mission to support residents in making fresh, healthy food choices in communities with limited or no grocery options as a means of improving health outcomes," said Jonathan Woods, executive director, Carle Health Community Hea...
Jul 23, 2026
Lakeview College of Nursing Welcomes New Dean of Nursing
Dr. Hardy's nursing journey began after working as a laboratory technician in the chemical manufacturing industry.
Jul 23, 2026
Horizon Health Welcomes Doug Stevens to Growing Urology Team
Stevens joins Dr. Michael Shanks, board-certified urologist, and Certified Urology Nurse Practitioner Melissa Thomas, further strengthening Horizon Health's commitment to providing high-quality urologic care. Together, the team brings more than 70 years of combined medical experience.
Jul 23, 2026
VA Illiana Hosts Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: Champaign VA Clinic
The Champaign Clinic joins the network of VA Illiana Clinics serving Veterans in Bloomington, Danville, Decatur, Mattoon, Peoria, and Springfield. Located at 1702 S. Mattis, Champaign Il 61822, Suite #101, the new clinic will offer primary care and a rotating schedule of specialty services.
Jul 22, 2026











