Nichole Scott
Nichole Moran Scott, 58, of Bement, formerly of Sullivan, passed away at 8:37 a.m., Thursday, April 24, 2025, at her residence.
Read MoreObituaries 4-30-2025: Nichole Scott
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Obituaries 4-30-2025: Michael Schowalter
Michael Schowalter
Michael W. Schowalter, 62, of Bethany, passed away at 10:47 p.m. Monday April 21, 2025 in his residence.
Read MoreObituaries 4-30-2025: Harold Renfro
Harold Renfro
Harold E. Renfro, 91 of Lovington, went to be with the Lord and his beloved wife and son at 2:28 AM Friday, April 25, 2025, at Eastview Terrace, Sullivan.
Services to celebrate Harold’s life were held Monday, April 28, 2025, at the First Church of God in Lovington. Interment was in Keller Cemetery, Lovington. Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements. Memorials are suggested to the First Church of God in Lovington.
Read MoreObituaries 4-30-2025: Bruce Krile
Bruce Krile
Bruce L. Krile, 69, of Strasburg, IL, passed away on Wednesday morning, April 23, 2025.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, May 1, 2025, at Grace Lutheran Church, Strasburg, IL, with Rev. Kene Whybrew officiating. Visitation will be from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at Howe & Yockey Funeral Home, Strasburg, IL. Burial will be in St. Paul Cemetery, Strasburg, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Strasburg Fire Department, Grace Lutheran Church, Strasburg Lions Club, Sullivan AMBUCS, or the family in care of Justin Krile.
Read MoreA Look Back…4-30-2025
2015
The Red Apple in Sullivan had a quiet reopening after a grease fire the previous year devastated the building and shuttered the restaurant.
Okaw Valley starter Devon Still (7-0) won his seventh game in as many starts while improving the Timberwolves’ overall record to 18-1, after defeating Decatur LSA. Still had an all-conference day fanning 10 of the opposition over seven innings of one-run ball, and helping his cause at the plate going 4-4 with three RBIs. Coach Andrew Hagerman expected nothing less from his senior lefty. “Devon pitched well, which is no surprise.
The SOV girls and boys had several strong performances at a non-scored 10-team meet in Clinton.
Read MoreMoultrie Amateur Radio Klub hosts “Hamfest”
•April 30, 2025•
by Ellen Ferrera
On April 26th, members of the Moultrie Amateur Radio Klub (MARK) held the first of two annual “Hamfests” at the American Legion Hall. Approximately 75 ham radio enthusiasts from all over Central Illinois gathered to sell, buy, or trade all manner of ham radio equipment, electronics, tools, and all related to ham radio. It was part flea market, part swap meet.
Shane Ramos, President of the Klub, said, “Besides the swapping and trading, we also administer the test here for those seeking to get their ham radio license.” He added, “Our next Hamfest will be in the Fall, and they are always open to the public.”
The Moultrie Klub has been in existence for more than 60 years and meets on the third Monday of each month at the Honey Bee restaurant in Mattoon. Dinner is at 5:00 p.m. with the meeting at 6:00 p.m. Visitors and those interested in joining the Klub are always welcome.
Read MoreSobering pre-prom event impacts students
Recreation of a distracted/impaired driving accident at SHS
•April 30, 2025•
by Kenny Graven
On Thursday, April 24th at 10:30 a.m. in the Sullivan High School parking lot, students witnessed a dramatic and emotional demonstration with the goal of highlighting the dangers and consequences of drinking and distracted driving.
In a coordinated effort, the Sullivan Fire and Police Departments, the Moultrie County Sheriff’s Office, Moultrie County Coroner Lynn Reed, and McMullin-Young Funeral Home staged a realistic mock car accident. This powerful event was designed to show students the real-life consequences of impaired and distracted driving.
Read MoreSHS May 2025 Baccalaureate
•April 30, 2025•
In honor of celebrating the achievements of Sullivan High School’s Class of 2025, the community of Sullivan is invited to attend SHS’s Baccalaureate. This event will be held at Building 1225 on May 4th at 6:00 p.m.
The baccalaureate is a cherished tradition that offers an opportunity for reflection, inspiration, and celebration as Sullivan’s graduates prepare to embark on their next journey. It’s a time to come together as a community to honor their accomplishments and offer our support and best wishes for their futures, whether as a parent, family member, teacher, friend, neighbor, or anyone else who wishes to bless the class of 2025. All attending are valued and appreciated.
Refreshments will be provided, offering a chance to mingle and congratulate our graduating seniors, coming together to celebrate their hard work, dedication, and resilience.
LWWC to host event with focus on mental health
•April 30, 2025•
On Tuesday, May 13th, at 6:00 p.m. at the Family Life Center in Lovington, LWWC will be hosting guest speaker Alexandria Poe, LCSW, MSW, MEd, who will discuss the importance of mental health and mental health awareness. Attendees are encouraged to bring a friend. In light of May celebrating Mother’s Day, this will be a great event for mothers and daughters to attend together.
OVHS announces Wolfie Awards
•April 30, 2025•
The 4th Annual Wolfie Awards will be held on Friday, May 2nd at 7:00 PM. This event recognizes our OVHS Student-athletes for their accomplishments. All student-athletes, parents, and community members are invited to attend. The event will be held at Okaw Valley High School, 709 South Saint John St., Bethany.