Sangamon county tables data center
A proposed data center in Sangamon County is off the table, reports Illinois Times. The Sangamon County Board voted 15-13 Monday to table the 280-acre CyrusOne project, after initially voting not to table the xxxxxx center. The board’s vote flipped after 700+ people spoke about the issue for more than three hours, many raising concerns about potential impact on the local environment and community. Board member Craig Hall, who requested the vote to table, said Sangamon County is financially stable and doesn’t need the property tax and investment income the data center promises. The board could still take up the proposal again at its April 7 meeting if a board member makes a motion.
Ticket sales end April 1 for this Decatur Pride fundraising event
Ticket sales end a week from today (April 1) for Decatur Pride’s Dinner & A Show happening April 11 and featuring a meal prepared by chefs and students from Richland Community College. The evening also features performances by Ceduxion, DeShaun Frank Carrington, Teresa Holliday, and Nikk A. Demis. Vegetarian, gluten-free and “show-only” options are available. Tickets are $40, and space is limited for the show, which starts at 5:30 p.m. and takes place at the college auditorium.
Illinois Central College picks new president
The first black woman to serve as president of Illinois Central College (ICC) takes office on July 1, reports 25 News. Dr. Jamonica Rolle, senior vice president of Broward College on Florida’s east coast, was chosen by the board after a months-long nationwide search. In addition to her leadership positions at Broward College, Rolle also has two decades of teaching experience. ICC, which has campuses in East Peoria and Pekin, is noted by Niche for its programs in agriculture, science, business, and health-related fields
