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Sullivan approves utility software
•June 24, 2026•
by Sharon Barricklow
A $400,000 purchase of software for the city’s electrical plant was approved without going through the bid process at the Sullivan City Council’s June 6 meeting.
Commissioner Mike Kirk, who oversees the city power plant said the software was an upgrade only available through ViPower LLC and is necessary for the city’s transmission of electrical power.
“We have to have it,” Kirk said. “And there’s no one else who provides it.”
Read MoreETML tile art psychedelic
•June 24, 2026•
On Tuesday, June 16th, the YA group came together at the Elizabeth Titus Memorial Library to create tile coasters. Using Sharpies, isopropyl alcohol, air, and fire, the YA group had a blast watching how their colored designs on the tile transformed each step of the project. From the original Sharpie colored designs on the tiles to the placement of the alcohol, using air to direct the colors, to the firing, each piece transformed in beautifully unpredictable ways. There were smiles, laughter, and excited exchanges of ideas as the YA group worked together, each trying to predict what their final tile coaster would look like. Once ‘fired’, all of the tiles were sprayed with a durable sealant, making them ready to serve as coasters, making great gifts and keepsakes. The project was a resounding success, thoroughly enjoyed by all. To stay current with the many events offered at ETML for all age groups (of which there are many), visit their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100082637979457.
250 fireballs to honor America’s 250th Birthday at Arthur Freedom Celebration
•June 24, 2026•
The Arthur Rotary Club and the entire Arthur community are preparing to welcome thousands of visitors on Saturday, June 27, for the annual Arthur Freedom Celebration featuring a downtown parade and one of the largest fireworks displays in central Illinois.
This year’s celebration carries the patriotic theme, “Celebrating 250 Years…One Nation, One Community,” in honor of America’s 250th birthday.
Festivities begin with the annual Freedom Celebration Parade, which steps off promptly at 2:00 p.m. on East Progress Street. Parade line-up begins at 12:30 p.m. at the former Progress Industries property on the north side of the street.
Read MoreLike dominoes
Photo by R.R. Best
On Route 133 between Lovington and Arthur, power poles fell as a result of the storm systems that hit central Illinois in two waves on Wednesday, June 17th. These storms left many without power and caused widespread damage throughout the area, including confirmed tornado touchdowns in nearby counties.
Habitat for Humanity awards home
•June 10, 2026•
On Tuesday, June 2nd, members of Habitat for Humanity gathered at Heritage Woods to notify Shelia Anderson that she and her family will be the recipients of the next home built by Habitat for Humanity in Sullivan. Habitat for Humanity representative Sandy Sanders stated, “We look forward to working with this family. We are so fortunate to live in a community that supports the efforts of our local Habitat for Humanity affiliate.” Shelia Anderson was surprised at work with the notification, and expressed her deep gratitude to all present, with many hugs and warm exchanges resulting.
L-R: Marc Hall, Tara Reed, Salisa Olmsted, Nancy Hall, Sandy Sanders, Sheila Anderson, Ava, Kya, Mia, and Becky Comstock.
Agri-Fab donates to Regional Cancer Center expansion
•April 15, 2026•
Agri-Fab of Sullivan has donated $30,000 to the Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Foundation’s Expanding Hope Campaign to support the expansion of the Regional Cancer Center. “This donation ties into our values,” said Deacon Patient, President of Agri-Fab. “At Agri-Fab, we are all about community, and this Cancer Center is important to our community. We all know someone who has been affected by cancer. I am personally inspired by these three employees who have battled cancer at Sarah Bush Lincoln.”
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Iacobazzi state runner up after photo finish
•June 3, 2026•
by E. Scott England
Johnny Iacobazzi has had an amazing running career at Sullivan High School. The speedy senior has found his way to the podium in both solo events and relays at the state track meet. School records have been toppled. But this year he was chasing the 1600m state title.
Read MoreLLC summer volleyball camp
•June 24, 2026•
Lake Land College is holding a summer volleyball camp for children ages 6 through high school. The camp will be held across two weeks, July 20th through 23rd and July 27th through 30th, at Emerald Acres Sports Connection, located at 1201 Woodell Way in Mattoon. The camp will give players of all skill levels the chance to develop their abilities, improve their fundamentals, and explore the game of volleyball with immersive drills and structured training. Campers will be placed into four separate groups based on age, and the camp will be divided each day into four sessions, one for each age group: 10 and under, 9:00 to 10:00 a.m.; 11 years old and 6th grade, 10:15 to 11:45 a.m.; 7th and 8th grade, 12:30 to 2:00 p.m.; and High School, 2:15 to 3:45 p.m.
Read MoreDawkins places at USTA Nationals
Sylvia Dawkins, 14 of Sullivan placed 10th out of 38 competitors on her tumbling floor pass June 16 at the USTA Nationals held in Madison, WI. Sylvia is part of the tumble team at Prairie Land Power Tumbling and Trampoline in Lovington.
Obituaries 6-24-2026: Dane Eadie
Dane Eadie
Dane M. Eadie, 69, of Sullivan, formerly of Findlay, passed away at 2:25 p.m. Tuesday, December 23, 2025 in his residence.
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