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Mid-Illinois Senior Services to host Senior Expo September 4
•August 12, 2026•
by Jamie Crosier
Older adults, caregivers and individuals with disabilities from throughout the area will have an opportunity to learn about services available during the Mid-Illinois Senior Services Senior Expo on Friday, September 4.
The free event will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Mid-Illinois Senior Services, 113 E. Jefferson St., Sullivan. Organizers expect between 150 and 200 participants and encourage anyone planning to attend to register by Aug. 21 to receive a free sack lunch.
The expo has been a community tradition for more than two decades. Executive Director Kathi Garvey said the event was created to bring organizations that serve older adults and people with disabilities together in one place.
Read MoreSteam-powered history comes alive at Illinois Amish Heritage Center
•August 12, 2026•
by Ariana R Cherry
In 1786, Scottish inventor Andrew Meikle developed the first successful mechanical threshing machine, transforming the way farmers separated grain from chaff. More than two centuries later, visitors experienced that history firsthand during Steam Threshing Days, held Friday, July 31, and Saturday, Aug. 1, at the Illinois Amish Heritage Center near Arthur.
BASO car show set for August 22
•August 12, 2026•
By Jamie Crosier
The Bethany Advocates and Support Organization (BASO) will host its annual car show from 4 to 7 p.m. Aug. 22 at Crowder Park.
Read More“Together, We Give Back to School”
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“Together, We Give Back to School”
Sullivan Elementary School recently received 60 backpacks filled with school supplies through Amazon’s “Together, We Give Back to School” campaign. End of the Line Tackle & Bait, an Amazon delivery partner, nominated Sullivan Elementary for the program, and the school’s submission was selected to receive the donation. Pictured (left to right) are Cameron Martin, Taylor Lilly, James Martin, Marla Martin and Angela McRill following the July 27 delivery.
Sullivan First United Methodist Church welcomes Pastor Bill Wiggs
•August 12, 2026•
by Jamie Crosier
A new chapter has begun at Sullivan First United Methodist Church as Pastor Bill Wiggs settles into the community and begins serving the congregation.
Wiggs officially began his appointment July 1 after serving Marshall First and Dunlap United Methodist churches. While his assignment to Sullivan came through the United Methodist Church’s appointment process, he said he and his family have already found a warm welcome from both the congregation and the community.
Read MoreGirls grow more than flowers through family project
•July 29, 2026•
by Jamie Crosier
What started as a walk to a backyard flower garden has blossomed into a summer project that is teaching two young Sullivan sisters lessons about hard work, patience and financial responsibility.
Bretton and Hattie Crouse’s daughters, Josephine, 5, and Dorothy, 3, spend part of their summer helping care for a patch of colorful zinnias before arranging bouquets that are sold to the community. Every dollar earned goes into investment accounts for the girls, giving them an early introduction to saving for the future.
The idea for the flower stand grew from a simple family tradition.
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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 MoreSullivan Blue Dolphins celebrate state qualifiers
•August 12, 2026•
by Jamie Crosier
The Sullivan Blue Dolphins closed the championship season with four swimmers qualifying for Illinois Swimming State Championship meets, marking the end of another successful year for the Sullivan swim club.
Emily Crosier, Emme Kirkley, Jace VanUytven and Mack Pogue each earned the opportunity to compete against many of the state’s top swimmers after qualifying through their performances during the season.
Read MoreArea youth invited to Sullivan Blue Dolphins tryouts August 27
•August 12, 2026•
by Jamie Crosier
Young swimmers from Sullivan and surrounding communities who are interested in competitive swimming will have an opportunity to join the Sullivan Blue Dolphins during team tryouts on Thursday, Aug. 27.
Tryouts begin at 5:00 p.m. at the Sullivan Civic Center in Sullivan and are open to children ages 5 through 18. While the team is based in Sullivan, athletes from any community who are able to attend practices in Sullivan are welcome to try out.
Read MoreObituaries 8-12-2026: Kevin Yates
Kevin Yates
Kevin Mark Yates, 71, of Sullivan passed away 6:25 p.m. Friday, July 31, 2026, at his home.
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