Posts Tagged ‘Violence Prevention Center’
Wiegand keeps the peace
In observance of October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, candlelight vigils are being held throughout the metro-east. The Violence Prevention Center of Southwestern Illinois hosted a vigil last Tuesday in…
Read MoreCouncil meeting a microcosm of Waterloo’s good nature
The Waterloo City Council meeting Monday night featured more positive accolades bestowed on the community, as well as the honoring of a returning soldier and good neighbor and the approval…
Read MoreNew domestic violence advocate introduced
The Monroe County Board met the county’s new domestic violence advocate during its regular meeting on Monday when Rita Hubbs was introduced to the commissioners. Hubbs has previously performed similar…
Read MoreViolence Prevention Center solution a topic of county board
The demise of the local Violence Prevention Center office was a major issue addressed during Tuesday’s meeting of the Monroe County Board. Liz Mudd, who has served with the center…
Read MoreCounty blindsided by cut to Violence Prevention Center
Monroe County Board members and other local officials were shocked to learn of the loss of expected federal funds that support the Violence Prevention Center of Southwestern Illinois office in…
Read MorePeace Walk puts focus on elder abuse
Community members supported domestic violence awareness by participating in the Violence Prevention Center’s Peace Walk this past Thursday in Waterloo. Supporters met at St. Paul United Church of Christ and…
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