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Findlay Fire Protection District grain bin training
•March 4, 2026•
by DM Williamee
The Findlay Fire Protection District will be hosting a grain bin technical rescue class on March 6th through 8th, continuing on March 13th through 15th, for a complete and highly specialized 40-hour class. This training opportunity has been realized as a result of a multi-year process to implement all components: training, equipment, and manpower. Approximately two years ago, David Winans, Captain of the Findlay Fire Department, was able to purchase a set of grain rescue tubes through a local grain bin dealer who works with GSI (Grain Systems out of Assumption), with the cost being shared equally between the Findlay Fire Protection District, GSI, and Bins247.
Read MoreCity extends water emergency
•March 4, 2026•
by Sharon Barricklow
Residents of Sullivan will still be able to fill their water glasses and do their laundry despite the city extending their water emergency while they search for water alternatives, the city council said at their February 23rd meeting. “You can have a glass of water and wash your clothes,” Mayor Mike Mossman said. “We’re just asking people to be careful.”
Read MoreMarch ‘Peace Meal’ menu at MISS
•March 4, 2026•
5th: Meatloaf, sour cream and chive mashed potatoes, stewed tomatoes, peaches, and bread/roll.
6th: Tuna casserole, peas, cinnamon-glazed carrots, cottage cheese salad, and bread/roll.
9th: Hamburger and bun, tater tots, baked beans, and Mandarin oranges.
10th: Fried chicken, Au Gratin potatoes, pea and pearl onions, coleslaw, and bread/roll.
11th: Country-fried steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, glazed carrots, cherry dessert, and bread/roll.
12th: Turkey pot roast with vegetables, green beans, 5 cup salad, and bread/roll.
Read MoreETML March happenings
•March 4, 2026•
The Elizabeth Titus Memorial Library will be closed on Saturday, March 21st, for a staff training day.
Story times: Every Wednesday, March 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th at 10:00 a.m. The bounce house will be available after the story and craft.
Every Monday at 9:00 a.m., a Memory Café will be hosted. This is a social gathering for individuals with dementia and their caregivers. Get helpful information and support from others who also have loved ones who struggle with memory loss.
Read MoreMid-Illinois Senior Center March events
•March 4, 2026•
The Mid-Illinois Senior Center is located at 113 E. Jefferson Street in Sullivan. The Peace Meal Senior Nutrition program lunch is served weekdays (except holidays) at 11:30 a.m. Call (217) 728-8521 for more information on the events below or the Peace Meal.
5th: 10:00 a.m., Exercise; 12:00 p.m. Birthday Party. 12:30 p.m. Bingo, Caregiver support group. 2:00 Relatives raising children support group.
6th: 1:00 p.m. Pool tournament.
Read MoreDaylight saving time may impact your heart health
•March 4, 2026•
Losing an extra hour of sleep may not be the worst thing that could happen when you “spring forward” at the start of daylight saving time. According to the American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all, scientific researchers have noticed a marked increase in heart attacks and strokes in the days following this time change each year.
This year, daylight saving time begins on Sunday, March 8. Daylight saving time is the practice of setting the clocks an hour ahead of standard time to achieve longer evening daylight in the summer months. While gaining extra daylight may be a nice change, the transition could come with some health challenges.
Read MoreObituaries 3-4-2026: Owen Tull
Owen Tull
Owen L. Tull, 89, of Sullivan, passed away 5:56 a.m. Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center, Mattoon.
Read MoreObituaries 3-4-2026: Raymond Snodgrass
Raymond Snodgrass
Raymond Korey Snodgrass, 60, of Atwood, passed away on Wednesday afternoon, February 18, 2026. Born on February 4, 1966, in Champaign, he was the son of Terry J. and Nancy L. Noe Snodgrass.
Read MoreObituaries 3-4-2026: Virginia Risley
Virginia Risley
Virginia Elizabeth “Ginny” Risley, 97, of Sullivan, passed away 12:35 p.m. Sunday, March 1, 2026, at St. Mary’s Hospital, Decatur.
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