Columbia mayor recognizes Illinois State broadcast honoree; proclaims Police Week

May 4, 2026

Mayor Hill recognized Lauren Elwell's induction into Illinois State University's Broadcast Hall of Fame and proclaimed May 10-16, 2026 as Police Week. The ceremony was noted on the council's agenda but required no council vote.

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Mayor Hill recognized Lauren Elwell as a 2026 inductee into Illinois State University's Broadcast Hall of Fame during the Columbia City Council meeting on May 4. The mayor also issued a proclamation designating May 10-16, 2026 as Police Week.

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