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Weather Alert

Weather Alert

.Showers and storms through today produced 1 to 4 inches of rainfall
across the Quad State. With another 5 to 9 inches of rainfall
forecast through Sunday, a particularly dangerous flooding and flash
flooding situation is expected.

...FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
possible.

* WHERE...All of southern Illinois, southeast Missouri, western
Kentucky and southwest Indiana.

* WHEN...Through Sunday morning.

* IMPACTS...
...This is a particularly dangerous situation...

Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams,
and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams
may rise out of their banks. Low-water crossings may be flooded.
Extensive street flooding may develop. Flooding may occur in homes,
businesses and other locations not normally subject to flooding.
Roadways may wash away near creeks and culverts.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Multiple rounds of locally heavy rainfall over several days
will result in extreme forecast amounts of up to 1 foot of
rain that will cause the risk of flash flooding and flooding
to rise markedly and create a particularly dangerous flooding
situation.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor later forecasts and be alert for Flash Flood and Flood
Warnings. Be prepared to take action when flooding develops.

&&

Weather Alert

...The National Weather Service in Paducah KY has issued a Flood
Warning for the following rivers in Illinois...

Big Muddy River near Plumfield affecting Williamson and Franklin
Counties.

Big Muddy River near Murphysboro affecting Jackson County.

.A multi-day heavy rain is headed toward the region lasting through
Saturday. Three days of rainfall is incorporated into the forecast
but it still does not include the entire event. The Big Muddy River
has started to rise and increases in crest forecasts can be
expected. Now is the time to prepare for major flooding.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.

Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive
cars through flooded areas.

Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks.

Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding.

Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.

&&

...FLOOD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT UNTIL FURTHER
NOTICE...

* WHAT...Moderate flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...Big Muddy River near Plumfield.

* WHEN...From late Friday night until further notice.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 10:30 AM CDT Thursday the stage was 12.5 feet.
- Forecast...The river will rise above flood stage early
Saturday morning to 30.7 feet early Monday afternoon. It will
then fall early Wednesday morning. It will rise to 30.2 feet
Wednesday evening. It will then fall again but remain above
flood stage.
- Flood stage is 20.0 feet.


&&

Path Grant helping John A. Logan College

  • Brooke Schlyer is the midday producer and co-anchor. She also reports for the 4 p.m. newscast. 

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CARTERVILLE, IL (WSIL) -- healthcare programs at John A. Logan College  experience a significant boost, thanks to the PATH grant. 

PATH stands for Pipeline for Advancing Training in Healthcare. It's a state-funded initiative, supported by the Illinois Community College Board (ICCB). This grant is meant to address the shortage of healthcare workers in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Officials at John A. Logan say the grant has provided crucial resources to enhance education and training for students pursuing careers in nursing and other healthcare pathways.

In 2024, JALC received $473,533 as part of the PATH initiative, marking the third year of funding. This grant is not limited to a single healthcare field but provided opportunities in nursing, emergency medical services, medical assisting, and others.

It covers a wide range of expenses, including financial support for tuition, textbooks, supplies, transportation, childcare, and uniforms. 

JALC offers an array of programs eligible for PATH assistance, including Nursing (Associate Degree, Practical Nursing, and Nursing Assistant); Emergency Medical Services (EMS)/Paramedic; Emergency Medical Technician (EMT); Medical Assistant Adult Cardiac Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS); Surgical Technology; Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT); and phlebotomy.

College officials explain funds from this grant have allowed JALC to continue employing dedicated staff who assist students with tutoring and social services. Over the past year, PATH employees conducted 92 individual tutoring sessions and facilitated 45 small group learning workshops.

A highlight of the grant's impact is establishing a new tutor room for nursing students, complete with technology to aid their studies. In addition, the college utilized PATH funds to purchase 50 laptops for the Associate Degree in Nursing program, enhancing educational resources and allowing for electronic testing capabilities.

“The PATH grant is invaluable in our mission to prepare the next generation of healthcare professionals,� said Dr. Kristin Yosanovich, John A. Logan College Dean of Health Sciences and Director of Nursing. “By providing comprehensive support and resources, we are not only helping students achieve their academic goals but also addressing the urgent need for skilled workers in the healthcare sector.�

Yosanovich shared the stories of a student who wishes to remain anonymous but has significantly benefited from the PATH Initiative.

According to Yosanovich, one student was able to continue in the program because the funding helped her afford gas, food, household necessities, daycare payments, and other bills.

As JALC continues to foster a robust healthcare workforce, the PATH initiative is vital in creating pathways to success for aspiring healthcare professionals in ¾ÅÓÎÌåÓý Illinois.

“This grant is making a difference for our college. We are in a rural area, and student challenges are real. Healthcare programs of study can be rigorous. Many students need help to work and keep up with the demands of the curriculum,� said JALC President Dr. Kirk Overstreet. “PATH has provided many opportunities to assist students in completing their degree so they can work in the healthcare field. It is hard to envision our healthcare programs at JALC without PATH assistance.�

The PATH Funding is up for reauthorization in 2024, and John A. Logan College strongly supports further funding to ensure a strong healthcare workforce in southern Illinois for years to come. The ICCB’s PATH grant aided approximately 340 Health Science and Nursing students at JALC in the 2023-2024 school year.

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