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“National Life Chain” event
•September 17, 2025•
On Sunday, October 5th, from 2-3 p.m., Sullivan participants will join in the event,” National Life Chain”. Signs for you to choose from to hold while you stand and pray will be available at the corner of Hamilton & Jackson St., starting at 1:45 pm.
Locals are invited to join in this “Life Chain” that is being formed across the United States and Canada in a peaceful and prayerful public stand to put an end to abortion and save the lives of the unborn, and take a stand for all innocent unborn babies. Testimonies have been given of women seeing these signs and have changed their minds about having an abortion, and babies’ lives have been saved from this fate. There are over 3,000 babies aborted every day in the United States. Will you please help in this effort to stop this tragedy?
This event will happen regardless of light rain or shine. You may bring a lawn chair if you are unable to stand. Please return the signs to the table when done.
Marrowbone Library Crawl
•September 17, 2025•
Beginning October 1st and ending October 31st, Marrowbone Public Library in Bethany will begin a “Library Crawl.” Pick up your passport and return it after visiting five or more participating libraries. Official ‘passports’ can be picked up at your home library. Travel around central and southern Illinois, visiting participating public libraries. Go to each library’s circulation desk to get your passport stamped. Visit five (5) or more libraries in October to complete the Library Crawl. Discover all the many library collections your library card gives you access to. Did you know you can check out items at other libraries and return them to your home library? The statewide courier service makes this possible. Return your stamped passport to your home library and share your adventures. For more information, call (217) 665-3014.
Lovington Post #429 luncheon
•September 17, 2025•
On Sunday, September 28th, the Lovington Post # 429 Ladies Auxiliary will be hosting a luncheon at 1981 State Highway 32 in Lovington from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The menu is chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, corn, and a dinner roll. Cost is a donation. For more information, visit their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571521684655 or call (217) 521-7422. All proceeds help support the needs of the American Legion Family.
Recent Obituaries: Timothy “Pinky” Floyd
Timothy Keith “Pinky” Floyd, 71, of Sullivan passed away 5:45 p.m. Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at his home, with his family by his side.
Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Sunday, September 14, 2025, at McMullin-Young Funeral Home in Sullivan. Visitation will be held an hour prior to the service Sunday at the funeral home in Sullivan. Burial will be in Greenhill Cemetery, Sullivan, with Military Rites by the Sullivan American Legion Post #68. Memorials may be made to Moultrie County PAWs: 10 Leisure Acres, Sullivan, IL 61951 or to the Allenville Christian Church.
Tim was born on November 25, 1953, in Mattoon; the son of James Keith and Velma Louise (Franklin) Floyd. He enjoyed his time in the United States Navy and the friends he made throughout the years. Tim served on the John F. Kennedy and America VAQ 133 (Wizards). Tim married Cathy S. Young on December 14, 1991, in Sullivan; she survives. He retired from Cabot Corporation after 39 years. Tim graduated from Eastern Illinois University with a Bachelor’s degree. He was a member of the Sullivan American Legion Post #68 and Towns Around Biloxi Parrot Head Club. Tim was an excellent cook, baker and woodworker. He loved riding his Harley Davidson, going boating and the ocean.
Tim is survived by his wife, Cathy Floyd of Sullivan; children, Laura (Greg) Short of Mattoon, Melinda (Gus) Hunter of Biloxi, MS, and Andrew (Shannon) Elder of Decatur; brother, Scott Floyd of Mattoon; grandchildren, Delaney (John) Poorman, Annabelle Becker and Gavin Elder; great-grandson, Larson Poorman; honorary-grandchildren, Gus Hunter, Tyler Hunter and Lt. JG Daniel Hunter; father-in-law, Donald (Beverly) Young; brother-in-law, Mack Young; sister-in-law, Kim (Bob) Freeman; nieces and nephews, Riley (Whitney) Floyd, Tyler Floyd, Mackenzie (Jeremy) Repking, Trisha (Kalub) Ard, Alex (Tiffanie) Young, Shelby (Gabe) Black, Braedan Young and Breanna (Brice) Cannon; great-nieces and nephews, Braxton Floyd, Teigan Floyd, Cole Repking, Miles Repking, Kahlil (Brea) Walker, Alayna Ard and Willow Young.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one grandson, Jordan Evan Turney.
Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mcmullinyoung.com
Windsor Storm Library September sign-up month
•September 10, 2025•
September is “Library Card Sign Up” month at the Windsor Storm Library in Windsor. Library cards may be obtained by completing an application and providing proof of Windsor residency. Non-residents may also apply for a card if they pay a non-resident fee. All Windsor School District students are eligible for a free library card, regardless of residency. For more information, visit windsor.lib.il.us.
Corn moon
Photo by RR Best
Image capturing Sunday night’s corn moon/red moon above local beanfield.
Grandparents Day celebration
Photo by DM Williamee
sundaes and smiles
This past Sunday, Heritage Woods held a Grandparents Day celebration, with friends and family of residents coming to celebrate with their loved ones. The sundaes bar was a hit, but even more was the quality time that families spent together catching up, taking photos, and generously dishing out the hugs and kisses.
Lake Shelbyville youth deer hunt applications available
•September 10, 2025•
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Lake Shelbyville will hold the 15th Annual Youth Firearm Deer Hunt on October 11th and 12th. To apply for the hunt, youth applicants must be less than 18 years old on October 11th and be accompanied by an adult on the hunt. Applications must be received by 8:00 a.m. on September 22nd. Applications can be picked up at the Lake Shelbyville Project Office Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., or online at: https://www.mvs.usace.army.mil/Missions/Recreation/Lake-Shelbyville/Recreation/Hunting/.
Read MoreSullivan football picks up second win
•September 10, 2025•
The Sullivan Redskins leaned on a strong rushing attack against Nokomis last Friday under the lights for a 39-23 victory. Aiden Dinger got the Redskins on the board for the only score of the first quarter with a 1-yard rushing TD, and Collin Shain was successful on the PAT. Shain was 3-4 on the night.
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