“Cherry Mine Disaster 1909” Virtual Class

llinois Valley Community College’s Continuing Education Center will offer “The Cherry Mine Disaster in 1909” from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 21 in a virtual format. Historian Jim Gibbons will discuss working conditions in the mines leading up to the disaster and how the deaths of 259 men and boys would lead to the establishment of stronger fire and safety regulations governing mines in Illinois and play a part in the development of the Illinois Workmen’s Compensation Act. The cost is $15 and internet access and an email address are required to access the class. Register at https://www.ivcc.edu/onlinecec or call (815) 224-0447.