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BBC Radio Documentary Features
Reagan's Story A BBC World Service radio documentary on Shaken Baby Syndrome,
originally broadcast on June 9, 2011 and broadcast in a longer version on June 11, continues to be available on
the BBC World Service website. The documentary includes interviews with Reagan's father, Ian Williams, and her grandfather,
Greg. BBC World Service can be heard on National Public Radio stations as well as on the Internet at www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p002vsn0. Reporter Linda Pressly and producer Polly Hope came to Danville in January 2011 for the interview. The
program is entitled "Shaken Babies."
Shaken Babies BBC World Service link
Child Abuse Prevention Coalition Meeting Held Reagan's Rescue was invited to participate in the formation of a Vermilion County Illinois Child Abuse
Prevention Coalition, its developing mission to meet the needs of area children whose lives are threatened by domestic violence
and are in need of appropriate intervention. The kick-off meeting, moderated by Tamara Guy from Prevent Child Abuse
Illinois, was held on Friday, July 15, in downtown Danville. More information will follow.
Greg Conducts Workshop in Springfield On July 13, Greg conducted a training workshop on Shaken Baby Syndrome for physicians and nurses at
the Central Counties Health Center, Inc. in Springfield, Illinois.
Monical's Community Day Fundraiser Thanks to all who supported Reagan's Rescue by eating at the Monical's restaurants in Kankakee, Bourbonnais,
and Manteno, Illinois, on July 5, 2011. A special thanks to Reagan's Great-Grandparents (Sharon and Earl James and Dave
and Cookie Johnson) and her uncle and aunt, Todd and Laurie Johnson, for spreading the word. The event raised
nearly $200.
2011 Reagan's Rescue Scholarship Winner Congratulations to Andrew Hafner, a 2011 graduate of Danville High School, and recipient of the Reagan's
Rescue Scholarship. Andrew will be continuing his education at Vincennes University this fall and plans to relocate
eventually to Colorado to pursue a degree as a firefighter.
Community Day at Monical's Pizza A big thank you to all who came out on Monday, April 11, for Community Day for Reagan's
Rescue at the three Danville Monical's Pizza locations.
5th Annual Reagan Williams Memorial Track
Invitational--March 26, 2011, at the Danville High School Field House. Proceeds will go toward the Reagan's
Rescue Scholarship. Greg Speaks at Illinois Family Violence Coordinating
Council Retreat Representing Reagan's Rescue, Greg spoke on domestic
violence issues before the Illinois Family Violence Coordinating Council on November 16, 2010. The meeting, held
at the Villa Maria Catholic Life Center along the shores of Lake Springfield, was part of the group's annual retreat which
brings together representatives from Judicial Circuits around the state.
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| Greg Speaks to State Council |
Reagan's Rescue Presents at Statewide
Child Abuse Conference Greg and Marsha were co-presenters with Mary
Salisbury and Denise McCaffrey from Prevent Child Abuse Illinois and Debbie Dycus from the National Shaken Baby Coalition
for a workshop entitled "How to Deliver Shaken Baby Syndrome Prevention in Your Community." The workshop was
part of the 16th Annual Child Abuse Prevention Conference held in Springfield, Illinois, on October 14 and 15, 2010, at the
Hilton Hotel.
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| Greg speaking about Reagan's Rescue |
Reagan's Rescue Presents Worskhop at International
Conference Greg and Marsha Williams, Reagan's paternal grandparents, presented
a workshop at the 11th Annual International Conference on Shaken Baby Syndrome. The conference, at the Intercontinental
Buckhead Hotel in Atlanta, Georgia, was held from Saturday, September 11 through Wednesday, September 15, 2010. Monday's
workshop was entitled "One Small Candle: Creating an SBS Advocacy Group." For a look at the
conference program, click the link below.
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| Greg beginning the workshop |
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| Greg and Marsha with Shaken Baby Coalition Co-Founder Debbie Dycus |
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| Our Reagan's Rescue table at the conference |
2010 NCSBS/AHT Conference Program
One Small Candle Powerpoint
Greg Delivers Message for Violence Coordinating
Council Greg appeared before the 5th Judicial Circuit Vermilion County Family
Violence Coordinating Council meeting on September 15, 2010. The council brings together advocates, representatives
from various social agencies, community leaders, and members of law enforcement and criminal justice professions to discuss
countywide issues related to violence. A short video entitled vi'o-lence, produced by Hoopeston Area High School
students, focused on recent high-profile homicides in Vermilion County, including Reagan. Greg spoke on the need for
more effective communication between various stakeholders. Those in attendance included Mayor Eisenhauer, Rep. Bill
Black, State's Attorney Randy Brinegar, County Board Chairman Jim McMahon, and moderator Linda Bolton.
Reagan's Rescue Represented at Domestic Violence
Vigil Greg and Marsha attended a domestic violence awareness candlelight
vigil sponsored by the GFWC Illinois Federation of Women's Clubs. The event was held outside around the fountain
in front of the Thelma Keller Convention Center at the Hilton Garden Inn in Effingham, Illinois. Greg spoke about creating
Reagan's Rescue.
2010 Child Abuse Prevention Program Excellence
Award Prevent Child Abuse Illinois has chosen Reagan's Rescue as the recipient
of its 2010 Central Region Child Abuse Prevention Program Excellence Award. The award was presented to Reagan's great-grandparents,
Jim and Roberta Williams, at the Governor's Mansion in Springfield, Illinois, on April 1 as part of the kick-off to Child
Abuse Prevention Month in Illinois and around the country. Reagan's Rescue also had an information booth at the event.
Future Problem Solvers Finalists for SBS
Prevention Campaign The North Ridge Middle School Future Problem Solvers
of Danville, Illinois, were finalists for their Shaken Baby Syndrome prevention campaign. The FPS International Convention
was held in LaCrosse, Wisconsin, from June 9-13, 2010. Reagan's Rescue is grateful for the group's yearlong project
and all of their efforts on behalf of innocent children everywhere.
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| NRMS FPS "I Will Prevent It" Booth |
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| FPS Members Christian Cunningham and Alexis Simmons discuss project |
Future Problem Solvers Attempt World Record
Again On May 14, 2010, the North Ridge Middle School Future Problem Solvers
once again attempted to break a world record by launching Mentos in liters of Diet Pepsi. Although the group fell short
of the needed number of participants, the publicity for the event did successfully raise awareness of Shaken Baby Syndrome.
The launch was part of the FPS "I Will Prevent It" Campaign.
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| 5, 4, 3, 2, 1...I Will Prevent It! |
Future Problem Solvers Display Pinwheels
for Prevention--April 2010, in front of North Ridge Middle School, Danville, Illinois.
Lakeview College of Nursing Presentation--April
15, 2010. Greg spoke as a part of the school's Domestic Violence seminar.
Reagan and Reagan's Rescue Cited in Illinois House Resolution--April
19-25, 2010, SBS Awareness Week in Illinois.
4th Annual Reagan Williams Memorial Track
Invitational--March 27, 2010, in the DHS Field House.
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Recent Events, cont.
Reagan's Family Goes to Springfield On March 4, 2010, Reagan's great-grandparents, Jim and Roberta Williams, testified before an Illinois
House Committee in support of HB 6213, which would require a judge to impose an extended prison term if the death of a child
was the result of abuse. The bill was introduced by Rep. Bill Black, R-Danville, in response to the seven year prison
sentence given to Ryan Allhands, who pleaded guilty to manslaughter in the death of Reagan. On March 23, the bill was
approved by the Illinois House 112-3. Chief co-sponsor of the bill was Chapin Rose, R-Mahomet. Reagan's Rescue
is proud of and grateful to Bill Black for his diligence and ferocity in this legislation.
North Ridge Middle School Wins State Competition
for SBS Campaign Congratulations to the North Ridge Middle School Future
Problem Solvers. The group has won first place in Illinois for its Shaken Baby Syndrome awareness campaign called "I
Will Prevent It." The students have received a bid to attend the international competition to be held this
coming June in La Crosse, Wisconsin. The project was undertaken in memory of Reagan. Award-winning Future Problem Solvers Fundraiser
in Memory of Reagan On January 17, 2010, the North Ridge Middle School Future
Problem Solvers, in cooperation with Guinness, attempted to break a world record by launching 2500 liters of Diet Pepsi and
Mentos geysers simultaneously. Although the record was not broken, the event, covered locally and nationally, still
made a big splash. The "I Will Prevent It" project, which included a serious message about domestic
violence and Shaken Baby Syndrome, was held in the field adjacent to WDAN/WDNL radio station in Danville,
Illinois. Proceeds will go to the refurbishing of a new room in memory of Reagan at the Women's Shelter at Your Family
Resource Connection in Danville. The group will make a second attempt at the record in May. Click below for a brief slideshow of the event and the Future Problem Solvers youtube video. "I Will Prevent It" Campaign 1/17/10
Elder Beerman Community Day Fundraiser a
Success--November 14, 2009.
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| Ian, JJ, and Mallory at Community Day 11/14/09 |
One Size Fits All Improv Troupe
Raises Funds for Reagan's Rescue--November 6, 2009, Lafayette, Indiana.
One Size Fits All Gives Back 11/6/09
Candlelight Vigil for Shaken Baby Syndrome Awareness--July
2, 2009, in the Central Christian Church sanctuary. Guest speaker was Susan Gallion, mother of SBS survivor, Lakia.
Candlelight Vigil 7/2/09
Reagan's Rescue Receives Broadcasting
Recognition--June 17, 2009, in East Peoria. Illinois Broadcasters Association 2009 Silver Dome Award for Excellence,
2nd Place, for Local Charity PSA. Reagan's Rescue Scholarship Awarded--May
12, 2009. Recipient was Madhavi Bhavsar, Co-Valedictorian Class of '09.
3rd Annual Reagan Williams Memorial Track
Invitational--March 28, 2009, DHS Field House. Greg Speaks at Danville Area Community College
Early Childhood Conference--March 7, 2009. Elder Beerman Community Day Fundraiser a
Success--February 28, 2008. Reagan and Reagan's Rescue Cited in Illinois
House Resolution--April 20-26, 2009. Reagan Featured in the National Shaken Baby
Syndrome Footprint Campaign
SBS-AHT Conference--October
5-7, 2008, in Vancouver, B. C., Canada. Greg conducted a workshop entitled "One Small Candle: Creating an
SBS Advocacy Group."
Breakfast Kiwanis Meeting--July
21, 2008. Greg was the guest speaker.
Lincoln Park Theatre Company Production of Annie--July 18-20, 2008, Danville, Illinois.
LPTC's Save a Child campaign helped Reagan's Rescue. Cast members included Bailey Williams as Annie, Greg Williams as
Oliver Warbucks, and Ian Williams as Drake.
Golden Kiwanis Meeting--April 7,
2008, at Cris Senior Services. Greg was the speaker.
Reagan and Reagan's Rescue Cited in Two State
of Illinois Child Abuse Proclamations--April 21-27, 2008.
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| State of Illinois Proclamation |
Illinois Senate Resolution
2nd Annual Reagan Williams Memorial Invitational--March 22, 2008, in the Danville High
School Field House.
Early Childhood Education Conference--March
15, 2008 at Danville Area Community College. Greg conducted a workshop entitled Shaken Baby Syndrome: One Small
Candle.
Dedication of Reagan Williams Playroom at YFRC--January
29, 2008.
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| Reagan's portrait by Roberta Williams |
Festival of Trees--November 9 through
November 14, 2007. Angels on Earth tree designed by Julia Megan Sullivan in memory of Reagan.
Toys for Tots--December 2007.
Ian delivered a vanload of toys and books in memory of Reagan.
YFRC Candlelighting Service--October 16, 2007, held in conjunction with Domestic Abuse
Month
Reagan's growing legacy in other communities. Candlelight Vigil--July 2, 2007 on the front lawn of Central Christian Church. Participants included
Gary Green, Joni Markel, Greg Williams, and Ted Vacketta.
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| Candlelight Vigil on July 2, 2007, at Central Christian Church |
YFRC
Child Awareness Workshop--April 19, 2007
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| Greg sharing information with his father, Jim Williams, at the Reagan's Rescue booth |
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