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DMH Medical Group Welcomes Urologist

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Pictured is Michael Kottwitz, MD.

•August 15, 2018•

Michael Kottwitz, MD, has joined the DMH Medical Group and will start seeing patients at Urology Associates of Decatur, located on the campus of Decatur Memorial Hospital at West Hay Medical Center, Suite 200.
Dr. Kottwitz’ surgical care includes: Adult general urology, Kidney stones, Urinary symptoms for enlarged prostate, Urinary incontinence, Erectile dysfunction, Vasectomy.
Dr. Kottwitz has special interest in minimally invasive surgery and is trained in the da Vinci® XI™ Robotic Surgical System. He completed his Urology Residency at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield.
To schedule an appointment, or for more information, call Urology Associates of Decatur at 217-877-8925. Read More

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Senior Peace Meal

For additional information or for reservations, please call 1-800-543-1770
Monday, August 20 - Chicken sandwich, scalloped corn, red cabbage w/sour sauce, bun, applesauce
Tuesday, August 21 - Salmon boat, macaroni and cheese w/peas, midair blend veggies, whole grain wheat, pineapple
Wednesday, August 22 - Taco salad w/meat, cheese abound beans, lettuce, tomato, sour cream and taco sauce, cantaloupe, taco chips, pudding
Thursday, August 23 - Turkey salad w/grapes on lettuce leaf, creamy potato soup, crackers, glelatin salad with 1/2 cup fruit
Friday, August 24 - Pork chop in gravy, mashed potatoes, breaded tomatoes, whole grain wheat, fruit salad

Musical High School

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Musical High School
Sullivan High School students were provided front lawn DJ services on the first day of school as DJ’s Fire and Ice played requests as students were dancing their way into the school to Vanilla Ice’s “Ice, Ice Baby”. High School principal Erik Young is making his final selection before heading toward the halls as assistant principal Jessica Reeder discusses the music selection with approaching students.

Lovington Wins at Water Ball

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Lovington Wins at Water Ball
The Sullivan Fire Protection District helped kick off Moultrie County Relay for Life with the traditional water ball competition. Lovington, Bethany and Sullivan Fire District competed, with Lovington Fire Proetction District winning the traveling plaque this year. Above Bethany Fire Protection District lieutenant Robert Martz and Training captain Phil Ozier keep water jet focused on the ball, but couldn’t grab the victory. This year’s water ball competition was especially damp; a downpour prior to the Relay delayed opening events. Donations have poured in, and the fund drive is only $7,000 from the set goal of $50,000. It would be historic nationally to reach the goal; donations are still being accepted.

Recent Obituaries: James Dwyer

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James Dwyer

James T. ‘Jim’ Dwyer, 75 of Sullivan passed away at 8:25 a.m. Saturday August 11, 2018 in his residence.
Celebration of Life Services will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday in the Reed Funeral Home, Sullivan with Pastor Charliam Renner officiating. Visitation will be from 9 - 11 a.m. Tuesday. Memorials are suggested to Special Olympics or to the Sullivan First United Methodist Church. Online condolences may be sent to the family at reedfuneralhome.net.
Jim was born March 7, 1943 in Quincy the son of James T. Dwyer, Jr. and Margaret Thieman.
Jim earned his Bachelors in Education from Quincy College and his Masters of Administration from Eastern Illinois University. Jim was a teacher, a football and wrestling coach an administrator in Quincy, Argenta, Assumption and Sullivan. Jim was a member of the Illinois Retired Teachers Association, the Sullivan Country Club, a member of St. Columcille Catholic Church and attended the Sullivan First United Methodist Church. He had delivered Peace Meals for over fourteen years. Jim enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, college football, golf and the CUBS. He married Karen Gamble on April 16, 1993 in Sullivan.
Surviving are his wife Karen of Sullivan; son John (Jeanna) Dwyer of Plano, Texas; daughter Lisa (John) Hanning of Gallatin, Tennessee and grandchildren Kelsey (Caten) Hyde, Alec Dwyer, Jordan Dwyer, Jack Hanning and Grant Hanning.
He was preceded in death by his parents.

Recent Obituaries: Angie Ward

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Angie Ward

Angie Ward, 83, of Sullivan, passed away 4:10 p.m. Thursday, August 9, 2018, at Mason Point, Sullivan.
Memorial services will be held 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 15, 2018, at the First Christian Church, Sullivan. Visitation will be held one hour before the services at the church. Burial will be in Greenhill Cemetery, Sullivan. Memorials may be made to the First Christian Church, Sullivan. McMullin-Young Funeral Home, Sullivan, is in care of the arrangements.
Angie was born October 16, 1934, in Mt. Moriah, MO, the daughter of Charles and Wanda (Dimsmore) Adams. She married William Dale Ward on June 5, 1955, in Bethany, MO; he preceded her in death on May 21, 2016. She was a retired school teacher and worked for the American Cancer Society. Angie was a member of the First Christian Church, Sullivan, and sang in the choir for 58 years. She enjoyed playing many types of card games. Angie was dearly loved by her family and she leaves behind many good friends.
Angie is survived by her son, David (Janet) Ward of Hillsboro; daughter, Marsha (Rick) Thornton of Moberly, MO; brother, Arvol (Sharon) Adams of Kansas City, MO; 5 grandchildren, Andrew Ward, Patrick Ward, Rachel Ward Hansen, Caitlyn and Hannah Thornton.
She was preceded in death by her parents and husband.
Condolences may be made to the family at www.mcmullinyoung.com

McD’s Construction Pushed Back

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•August 10, 2018•

Plans for the McDonald’s in Sullivan to close for remodeling have been pushed back. The store will remain opened until further details on the build are available, according to owner Angie Matlock.

Recent Obituaries: Mary Ann DeBorde

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Mary Ann DeBorde

Mary Ann DeBorde, 60, of Sullivan, passed away 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 8, 2018 at her residence.

Celebration of Life services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, August 15, 2018 at the Reed Funeral Home with Bob Vail officiating.
Burial will be in the Greenhill Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 5 - 7 p.m. Tuesday evening.
Memorials are suggested to the donor's choice.

Recent Obituaries: John F. Casteel

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John F. Casteel

John F. Casteel, 93, of Lovington, passed away at 6:36 a.m. Tuesday, August 7, 2018 in the Anna Veterans’ Home, Anna, Illinois.

Celebration of Life services will be Noon Saturday at the Reed Funeral Home, Sullivan with D. J. Smith officiating. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. - Noon on Saturday. Burial will be in the Keller Cemetery, Lovington with military rites conducted by the Lovington American Legion Post #429. Memorials to Lovington American Legion or Anna Veterans’ Home. Online condolences may be sent to the family at reedfuneralhome.net.

Mr. Casteel was born July 7, 1925 in Moultrie County, Illinois, the son of Charles W. And Lydia Schuetz Casteel. John was a farmer and had worked for the Illinois Department of Transportation in Sullivan. He was a WWII Army veteran and a member of the Lovington American Legion Post #429. John married Veda M. Bolsen on October 12, 1947 in Elwin, Illinois and she preceded him in death on June 19, 2011.

Surviving are his sons Ward (Carolyn) Casteel and Berle (Linda) Casteel both of Lovington; grandchildren Lukas (Kim) Casteel of Lovington, Rachel (Dr. Paul, DVM) Marx of Sullivan, Ryan (Brent) Wildman of Sullivan, Brock (Erica) Casteel of Lovington, Derk (Heather) Casteel of Sullivan and Ranee (Robert) Kidd of Sullivan; great-grandchildren Garrett and Tucker Casteel, Brycen Wildman, Morgan and Camden Casteel, Sienna and Avery Casteel and Kolten Kidd; sisters-in-law Bernadine Casteel and Ruenell Casteel.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, brothers Richard and Charles Casteel, sisters Mildred Brewer, Muriel Harmon, Margorie Eads and Rosemary Wood.

Millikin University Hosts Campus Visit Day

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•August 8, 2018•

Millikin University will host a campus visit day for prospective high school students on Friday, Aug. 10.
Campus visit days allow prospective students and their families to get acquainted with Millikin University. Millikin campus visit days include sessions about academic and athletic programs. Students also have a chance to speak with admission and financial aid staff, take a campus tour and meet with faculty. Read More