•July 15, 2026•
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The Sullivan Blue Dolphins traveled to Quincy on June 27-28 for the 2026 Firecracker Classic, where swimmers competed through hot temperatures and outdoor conditions while turning in strong performances across multiple age divisions.
The team was led by six swimmers who earned High Point honors in their respective divisions, an award presented to the athlete who accumulates the most points based on individual event finishes throughout the meet.
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A new dump truck and continued work on city park facilities were among the approvals made Thursday night at a special city council meeting.
The council moved the meeting from their usual second Monday to Thursday to accommodate council members’ schedules. On the agenda were several approvals for Open Spaces Land Acquisition grant money to be used for improvements at the city parks including baseball diamonds.
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•July 15, 2026•
2017 Okaw Valley graduate, Moranda “Mo” Matheson, MSN, MBA, RN, has been named one of the Illinois Nurses Foundation’s 2026 40 Under 40 Emerging Nurse Leaders, an honor recognizing 40 nurses across Illinois under the age of 40 who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, innovation, education, advocacy, research, and service to the nursing profession.
Read MoreBilly Standerfer
Billy “Bill” Gene Standerfer Jr., 76 of Mattoon, IL passed away on Wednesday, July 1, 2026.
A Celebration of Life honoring Bill will be held at his business, Standerfer Construction 3020 Lake Land Blvd., Mattoon, IL on Sunday, July 19, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. -3:00 p.m. The service will begin with the reading of Bill’s obituary, a few words of remembrance, and followed by an opportunity for family and friends to share memories.
Read MoreWilma Hughes
Wilma Nylene Hughes of Sullivan, passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Decatur.
Memorial services were held Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at McMullin-Young Funeral Home In Sullivan. Memorials may be made to The Sullivan Singers. McMullin-Young Funeral Home In Sullivan is in care of the arrangements.
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•July 15, 2026•
by Janey Roney
Moultrie County residents should note that in this 250th anniversary of our country we have some significant connections to the Revolutionary War. The most obvious one is our name, Moultrie, that honors Colonel, later General, William F. Moultrie of South Carolina who led the successful defense of Fort Sullivan at the entrance to Charleston Harbor from British land and sea forces on June 28, 1776. That is two weeks and 250 years ago as I write this.
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When Dr Glen Dust converted his Sullivan Health Care practice to direct primary care, he joined four physicians in Illinois offering concierge medicine. Interest in the trend to replace insurance companies with a membership for primary care grew nationwide as it helped lower health care costs.
Hunter Kamm’s childhood love of fireworks turned into a full-time job designing shows for Bethany, Arthur, Sullivan, and Lovington during the Independence Day celebration season. Kamm, who works for Central States Fireworks in Athens, was in the busiest of the fireworks season.
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•July 15, 2026•
Want to make a real difference in your community? Become an Election Judge and help ensure fair, accurate, and secure elections. Election Judges are essential to the voting process. You’ll assist voters, help operate polling places, and work alongside fellow community members to uphold the integrity of Moultrie County elections.
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•July 15, 2026•
The Moultrie‑Douglas 4‑H program invites the public to attend a full week of exciting 4‑H Fair events celebrating the achievements, talents, and hard work of local youth. Community members of all ages are encouraged to come out, enjoy the activities, and support 4‑H members throughout the week.
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•July 15, 2026•
by E. Scott England
It’s fun. It’s competitive. It’s for a good cause. The Second Annual Moultrie County First Responder softball game is scheduled to take place on Saturday, July 18 starting at 6:00 p.m. The event will be held at Crowder Park in Bethany.
Organized by Moultrie County Deputies Alec Ballinger, Bryce Farris, Jesse Scribner; Sullivan Fire Captain Kenny Graven; and Bethany Fire Chief Mike Jennings, this fundraiser is for school supplies for local schools. “We split the money raised between Sullivan, Bethany, and Lovington elementary schools,” said Deputy Farris.
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