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Mobile License Renewal Unit at Sullivan Library April 16
April 8, 2015
Secretary of State Jesse White, in cooperation with Elizabeth Titus Memorial Library in Sullivan, is offering drivers a chance to renew their driver’s license or vehicle registration renewal sticker, obtain a duplicate or corrected license, or obtain an Illinois identification card. White’s mobile unit will be available at the library, located at 2 West Water in Sullivan, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. April 16.
An applicant renewing a current Illinois driver’s license or identification card need only present a current valid driver’s license or identification card. If the applicant is applying for either a duplicate or corrected driver’s license or identification card, the applicant must present two forms of identification. To find out what documents are considered acceptable identification, call 217-782-7044 or visit the Illinois Secretary of States website at: http://www.cyberdriveillinois.com/publications/pdf_publications/dsd_x173.pdf.
Volunteers Take Action, Make a Difference in the Lives Of Cancer Patients
April 8, 2015
In recognition of National Volunteer Week (April 12-18), established by the Points of Light Foundation in 1974, the American Cancer Society applauds its approximately 2.5 million volunteers who continue to pour their passion into finishing the fight against cancer.
“From driving cancer patients to and from treatment, making meals for patients staying at Hope Lodge, and leading Relay For Life and Making Strides Against Breast Cancer teams, our volunteers are the heart and soul of the American Cancer Society,” said Alicia Pettyjohn, community manager with Relay For Life. “Our volunteers inspire us, showing us each and every day how one person can make a difference in the fight against cancer.” Read More
Obituaries 4-8-2015: Betty Yoder
Betty Yoder
Betty Louise Yoder, 62, of Arthur died at 7:28 a.m. Monday, April 6, 2015 in Decatur Memorial Hospital.
An Incumbent Kind of Night
Nearly every race re-elects candidates
April 8, 2015
by Keith Stewart
keith@newsprogress.com
In all but one of the five contested races Tuesday incumbents were all re-elected according to unofficial final tallies. Moultrie county clerk Georgia England says that final results will not be available until a canvass is completed on April 21, which will include any provisional and absentee votes remaining. However, England said she does not imagine the canvass to result in any change in the unofficial results. Overall voter turnout came in at just 15.76 percent, which the clerk described as low compared to previous consolidated elections. 
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Aiming High for Food for Golf Day
Fundraiser for the Moultrie County Food Pantry April 24
April 8, 2015
by Ariana Cherry
Arthur/Sullivan Reporter
Golfers at the Sullivan Country Club won’t be “puttering around” when it comes to donating food for the Moultrie County Food Pantry later this month. In fact, they will be having their own kind of drive–one that will be aiming for more than just a hole-in-one or under-par as the community will have a chance to enjoy a few rounds of golf while helping donate to a good cause.
“This has been something I’ve wanted to do for a long time,” said the Sullivan Country Club golf pro Andy Wagner. “I know from personal experiences that there are a lot of unexpected things in life and things get tough so I thought what a great opportunity to help the food pantry so they can help others who are in need. Our community really stands together and helps when called upon. Both the Country Club and I feel this is a way for us to contribute.” Read More
Obituaries 4-8-2015: Laura Rawski
Laura Rawski
Memorial services for Laura A. Rawski, 46, of Sullivan were held at 7 p.m. Tuesday April 7, 2015 in Reed Funeral Home in Sullivan with Pastor Gene Godfrey officiating. Burial will be at a later date.
She passed away at 8:55 p.m. Friday April 3, 2015 in her residence.
Sullivan Bags 11-2 Comeback Win Over Meridian
Clayton goes 2-4 with 2RBI and a run
April 8, 2015
By Matt Kracht
NP Sports Reporter
Zach Hrvol gave up one earned run over seven innings while striking out seven in a winning performance Tuesday night at Leon Lane Memorial Field.
The Meridian Hawks managed to scratch across another tally on a throwing error in the third but only managed three hits after the first inning.
“Hrvol pitched another gem,” said Sullivan head coach Troy Rogers. “He had to find it a little bit after the first, but once he locked in, he got on a roll. I thought he was going to get out of that first, but he left a 1-2 pitch up, and the kid smacked it into right field. I told him you have to make him hit one of your pitches in those situations. He did a really good job, and both his changeup and slider were working well.” Read More
Cardinal Tickets Being Sold by Sullivan Baseballers
April 8, 2015
As part of their game against Mattoon Sunday, April 19 at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, the Sullivan baseball team is fundraising by selling tickets to the Cardinals game against the Cincinnati Reds which will be held later that night at 7:05 p.m. Read More
Spinning Vintage Treasures Into New Fashions
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Pictured is local artist and clothing designer Darby Harden who just recently unveiled her new clothing line, The Wanderlust Collection–a handcrafted line that boasts uniqueness in every garment.
Darby Harden designs new Wanderlust Clothing Collection
April 8, 2015
by Ariana Cherry
Arthur/Sullivan Reporter
Many have heard the saying, “turning something old, into something new” or “somebody else’s trash, is another person’s treasure.” Darby Harden, owner of Gypsy Soul Revival in Sullivan did something similar with her latest clothing line, “The Wanderlust Collection” by literally turning vintage pieces into an intricate meaningful fashion line for women to treasure for years to come.
“I love things that have a history, that would normally get discarded and that need to be reused,” she said. “I have handcrafted each piece in the Wanderlust Collection using select vintage linens, lace, fabric, and trims. No two items in the collection are the same.”
Harden may have found the perfect “niche” as there is already an interest in antiques and handcrafted items within the area. But in order to stand out amongst the rest, though, it is important for items to have something special and unique. Read More