Benjamin Franklin’s Electric Breakthroughs Still Keep Homes Safe
Benjamin Franklin is remembered as a writer, politician, scientist, and inventor. His discoveries related to electricity are still important to this day, and fortunately we have a better understanding of how to safely use electricity. The Energy Education Council encourages you to learn from Benjamin Franklin and practice safety around electricity. Benjamin Franklin was fascinated…
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Energy Education Council Shares Efficiency Tips for 2015
(SPRINGFIELD, Ill.) -Saving money is a popular New Year’s resolution. The Energy Education Council has tips to help consumers save money in 2015 by cutting energy use and costs. “We want consumers to understand their energy bills and know how they can cut costs,” says Molly Hall, executive director of the Energy Education Council. The…
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e-SMARTkids
Safe Electricity knows teachers play a critical role in helping students learn to use energy safely and responsibly. This site gives you the resources you need to achieve this important goal. Explore our curriculum-based games and videos and download our video guides. Then let us know what you think. We welcome your feedback! e-SMARTkids uses…
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Farmer City Council Minutes March 2, 2015
MINUTES OF THE FARMER CITY, ILLINOIS CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 2, 2015 7 p.m. Roll call Present: Councilmembers Harden, Hawn, McKinley, Pearl and Mayor Mike JenkinsAlso in attendance: City Manager Larry Woliung and City Clerk Sandy Shaw Absent: Pledge of allegiance to the flag Proclamations/presentations Public Comments agenda items…
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Be Fire Prevention Smart- Don’t get burned
Electricity usually makes life easier by powering kitchen appliances, gadgets, and electronics we use for entertainment. However, that same electricity contains the potential to destroy homes and take lives. Electric fires are more destructive than any other type of fire, and they are twice as deadly. Safe Electricity has the following information to help you keep…
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Farmer City BMX Race Schedule
April 4th thru August 29th – Saturday racing, registration 4:30-6 Racing ASAP June 11th thru August 27th – Thursday racing, registration 5-7 Racing ASAP September 5th thru October 31st – Saturday racing, registration 2-3:30 Racing ASAP Special Races: Annual Race for Life (Leukemia & Lymphoma Society fundraiser) on Sat., June 13th, Registration from 4:30p-6p. Olympic…
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Farmer City Council Minutes Feb. 2, 2015
MINUTES OF THE FARMER CITY, ILLINOIS CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 2, 2015 7 p.m. Roll call Present: Councilmembers Hawn, Pearl and Mayor Mike Jenkins Also in attendance: City Manager Larry Woliung and Deputy City Clerk Angie Wanserski Absent: Councilmembers Harden and McKinley, City Clerk Sandy Shaw: Pledge of allegiance…
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Blue Ridge “Meet the School Board Candidate Night”
The Blue Ridge Federation of Teachers and the Farmer City Kiwanis will be holding “Meet the School Board Candidate” night on Monday, March 30, 2015 at 7:00 pm in the Schneider Elementary School Cafeteria in Farmer City. Would you like to meet the candidates that are running for the Blue Ridge School Board and have…
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Call 811 Kids Info on Digging
Dial 811 from anywhere in the country a few days prior to digging, and your call will be routed to your local One Call Center. Tell the operator where you’re planning to dig, what type of work you will be doing and your affected local utilities companies will be notified about your intent to dig.…
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Blue Ridge High School Boosters – Cash Bash
Blue Ridge High School Boosters will be holding a Cash Bash drawing on April 18, 2015 at the American Legion. Doors will open at 4:30 p.m. Dinner will be served from 5-6 pm, the drawing will start at 6 pm. Tickets are $75 each and limited to 100 tickets to be available, the price of…
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Schneider Elementary – Jump Rope for Heart
Schneider Elementary students set a goal to collect $1500 for Jump Rope for Heart this month. The final amount raised was $7,452.27. ‘Thank you to the community for your support’ said Susan Wilson. A special thank you, to Mr. Hanson for sponsoring the event. A school assembly to celebrate this event will be held on Thursday, February…
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Flooding Provides Its Own Set of Electrical Hazards
Avoid electric hazards caused by floods Heavy rains often cause flooding in lowland areas, homes and basements. Safe Electricity reminds everyone to be aware of the electric hazards flooding creates. Safety measures to keep in mind include the following: Never step into a flooded basement or other room if water may be in contact with…
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Know how to stay safe during a power outage
Severe storms unfortunately do happen and are devastating to homes, properties, and lives. These storms can also take down power lines—creating a dangerous situation for all of us, including the linemen and linewomen working hard to get your power turned back on. How long it takes to get your power restored depends on the extent…
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FREE PRESCHOOL SCREENING
FREE PRESCHOOL SCREENING AGES 3-5 Blue Ridge School District #18 will conduct free preschool screenings on March 12 and 13 at Schneider Elementary School, 309 North John Street, Farmer City, Illinois. The developmental screening is for children who are 3 or 4 years old at the time of the screening. Children who turn 5 on…
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