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GriefShare at First Christian Church

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•August 7, 2024•

GriefShare, a grief support group, will be held at First Christian Church, 1357 CR 1200 E, Sullivan, each Tuesday from 6:00 to 8:00 pm, August 20 through November 12. If you have experienced the death of a family member or friend, you are invited to attend. 

No matter what the circumstances, grief is a painful, confusing process. A GriefShare group is a safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult emotions of grief. At this 13-week support group program, you’ll discover what to expect in the days ahead, what’s “normal” in grief, and helpful ways of coping with grief. Read More

SDS Summer Spectacular

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•August 7, 2024•

The SDS Summer Spectacular took place on Saturday August 3rd on the south side of the square. Featuring many fun things for adults and children alike, there was something for everyone on the square. Sullivan Dance Studio is no stranger to summer events and programs, having many different programs for children who need After-School Care, Summer Camps and No School Days. 

Starting bright and early at nine in the morning, the square was heating up with the smell of tacos and the sound of laughter. Provided on the square was a taco food truck and sno cones for a delicious surprise. Even better than food there were tons of fun and unique things to try, ranging from face painting, glow in the dark mini golf, inflatable attractions, try us dance classes and a cash grab.  Read More

Petersen Health Care liquidates; Courtyard Estates sold

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•August 7, 2024•

by E. Scott England 

Courtyard Estates of Sullivan has been sold following months of ongoing legal proceedings against Petersen Health Care. PHC filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy in May, an action that came as a result of several loans that had been defaulted on dating back to February of this year.

After the loan default, about seven properties risked being foreclosed upon and shut down. At that time, it was reported that $51 million was owed to two separate companies. The filing of the chapter 11 bankruptcy allowed for PHC to keep locations open and in operation as well as continue paying employees. Read More

Music bingo

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•August 7, 2024•

The Sullivan American Legion will be hosting a music bingo in support o the Sullivan Dance Studio Competition Team and 5,6,7,8 Booster Club on Friday, August 9th. With help from the Prairie Fire DJ Service the event will be starting at 6pm, tickets can be purchased from participating dance team parents. The event is 18+ only with VIP tables, which can hold 8 people, available for purchase for $200.

Concert

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•August 7, 2024•

Mackville will be live in concert on Saturday, August 10th at 6pm at the Allenville Christian Church, 201 Allen Street in Allenville. Following the concert there will be a finger-food fellowship and offerings will be collected.

Historic building renovations and Splash Pad review

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•August 7, 2024•

By Megan Russell

The Sullivan City Council had their first meeting of August, on Thursday, August 1st at six at the library. The meeting started with reports from Commissioner Abbey Sherwood, beginning her reports with another positive review on the Splash Pad, but revealing a small frustration with the Splash Pad. While speaking on how massive a hit the pad was to the community, it uses non-recyclable water. In the state of Illinois, in order to have a water system like this which recycles it must include cleaning chemicals like those often found in pools. Sherwood continued to explain how if the city were to switch to a recycle system the chemicals added would then identify the Splash Pad as a pool, and would then need a whole new set of rules and regulations the community would need to follow. Average Splash Pads can use from 5,000 to 26,000 gallons of water daily. Sherwood reporter that the park also received some new paint and minor improvement projects. Read More

Personal Assistant Training

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•August 7, 2024•

Soyland Access to Independent Living, SAIL, will hold a Personal Assistant Training for people interested in working as a Personal Assistant on Thursday, August 15, beginning at 1 pm at the Elizabeth Titus Memorial Library, 2 Water Street, Sullivan.  Personal Assistants are employed by people with disabilities to perform household chores and personal care tasks in their homes and are paid by the State of Illinois through the Department of Rehabilitation Program. A reservation is needed to attend the Personal Assistant Training. For more information about the Personal Assistant Training or to reserve your seat, contact Emily Dobson at 217-876-8888 or 800-358-8080 or email edobson@decatursail.com