Roger Waggoner
Roger O. Waggoner, 84, of Decatur, passed away at 6:16 p.m. Monday, July 20, 2026 in his residence.
Read MoreObituaries 7-29-2026: Roger Waggoner
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Barbara Sutton
Barbara Ellen Sutton, 89, of Springfield, IL passed away Thursday, July 23, 2026 in Pana Health & Rehab. She was born August 13, 1936 in Shelbyville, IL, daughter of late Howard Earl & Dolly Ethel (Pesch) Sutton.
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Roger Glazebrook
Roger W. Glazebrook, 78, of Sullivan, passed away suddenly Friday, July 24, 2026 at home.
Read MoreA Look Back…7-29-2026
2016
With national political conventions stirring things up, some folks may be looking to leave the country for a while. Moultrie County residents had new hope in that direction with the addition of passport services at the Sullivan Post Office. “We are glad to provide this additional service to our patrons,” Sullivan Postmaster Cindy Temple said.
It’s like an invasion. As the sunsets in Sullivan, the young people come on to the streets armed with smartphones as Pokémon Go takes them to stops all over town. Pokémon Go, a game application by Niantic, took the world by storm with its July 6th release. The free app merges the Pokémon world with reality and gives players an opportunity to relive their childhood.
Read MoreCHI Color Run benefits Moultrie County and Douglas County mental health services
•July 29, 2026•
by Jamie Crosier
Community support for mental health continued well beyond Mental Health Awareness Month as proceeds from the second annual CHI Color Run were presented July 16 to two organizations serving residents in Moultrie and Douglas counties.
The run, held May 30 at CHI in Arthur, drew 146 preregistered participants, 43 day-of registrations and more than 40 volunteers. Participants raised more than $6,000, which CHI matched, resulting in more than $12,000 being donated to the Moultrie County Counseling Center and the Douglas County Public Health school-based clinic.
For CHI, the event represents more than a fundraiser. It reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to supporting the physical and emotional well-being of its employees and the communities where they live and work.
Read MoreGuns douse Hoses’ hopes in second annual charity game
•July 29, 2026•
by E. Scott England
It was hot but an otherwise beautiful evening at Crowder Park in Bethany for the second annual Guns vs. Hoses charity softball game. The event raises money for school supplies for elementary schools around the area.
Guests umpires Joe Fultz and Troy Rogers oversaw the game that looked to be a close contest but quickly turned into something of a blowout.
Sometimes the first inning can set the tone for the entire game. This looked to be the case in last weekend’s Guns vs Hoses charity softball game. Moultrie County Sergeant Jesse Scribner was tapped as starting pitcher for the guns. He struggled through the first few batters, walking three of them. But it’s a team sport for a reason. Backed by a strong field, Sergeant Scribner escaped the inning only allowing one run.
Read MorePints and Pirates Bus Run
•July 29, 2026•
Sparrows Unlimited Inc. will host a Pints and Pirates Bus Run on Saturday, September 26. Space on the three buses is limited and pre-registration is required. The three locations participants may register are Jerry’s East End in Lovington (40 people), the Bethany American Legion Post (14 people) or the Shamrock in Dalton City (14 people). The registration fee is $30 per person, which must be paid when registering, and a new unwrapped toy to be brought on run day.
The buses will depart from each registration location the day of the run at 11:30 a.m. Games will be played at each stop, prizes will be awarded for best costumes and each person will receive a code that may unlock a special treasure chest at each destination. All participants will be returned to their starting location after the conclusion of the run.
The run is part of annual fundraising efforts by Sparrows Unlimited as they continue to assist in helping the Lovington community and brightening Christmas for kids.
Heritage Woods Breakfast
•July 29, 2026•
Heritage Woods of Sullivan, 20 Courtyard Blvd., will host a free breakfast on Friday, August 28 for those 65 or older from 7:00-9:00 a.m. RSVP is required by August 20 by calling 217-728-4300.
Allenville church concert series
•July 29, 2026•
The Allenville Christian Church, located at 201 Allen Street, will present P.J. Anderson on Saturday, August 8 at 6:00 p.m.
Every lyric and song by singer-songwriter P.J. Anderson reflects her deep love for God and commitment to sharing the Gospel. Touring nationwide, she uses music as a way to serve others, believing she is called to love, serve, and spread faith. P.J.’s music career began humbly in Veterans’ homes where she sang for residents she felt were often forgotten. These experiences inspired her first CD, ‘Gone’, recorded in Nashville, where she was encouraged to begin songwriting. With prayer and spiritual growth, she went on to write all the songs on her next album, ‘I Want to Be a Witness’, allowing audiences to connect deeply with her personal story.
Refreshments will be available, a free Will offering will be taken. For more information, contact Pastor Bob Vail at (217) 254-3433.
Recent Obituaries: Roger O. Waggoner
Roger O. Waggoner, 84, of Decatur, passed away at 6:16 p.m. Monday, July 20, 2026 in his residence.
Celebration of Life services will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, July 24, 2026 in the Reed Funeral Home, Sullivan. Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. until service time. Burial will be in the Oak Grove Cemetery, Bethany. Memorial are suggested to the donor’s choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at reedfuneralhome.net.
Roger was born January 18, 1942 in Sullivan, the son of Ray and Edna Helen Heiland Waggoner. He had been an electrician for A. E Staley in Decatur. Roger attended GT Church in Decatur. He married Esther D. Patrick on April 14, 1962 in Mattoon and she preceded him in death on November 11, 2007.
Surviving are his daughters Kimberly Sue (Joe) Carnahan of Decatur, Maryann (Brent) Carter of Florida and Tracy Cook of Sullivan; son Roger A. Waggoner of Decatur; granddaughter Brooke Elizabeth Kidwell and sisters Judy (Terry) Lane and Cathy Waggoner of Sullivan.
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife and brother Ron Waggoner.