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Scavenger Hunt

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•May 10, 2023•

The Stolen Key Scavenger Hunt will be held on Saturday, May 20 at 4 pm at Crowder Park in Bethany. Someone has taken the key to the town. We need your help in figuring out who took it and where they’re hiding it. The suspect has left clues around town. Follow the riddles to find each clue and solve the mystery. We heard the police are even offering a cash reward to the first team to catch the suspect. Cost is $5 per person or group of 5 for $20. Price includes hot dog, chips and drink at the park after. Tickets are available at Bethany Village Hall and Marrowbone Public Library. Tickets must be purchased by May 15. Proceeds go towards the Bethany Celebration.

Lovington Town Cleanup

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•May 10, 2023•

Lovington will hold their town cleanup day on Saturday, May 20. There will be 4 roll off dumpsters back by Mechling’s Backhoe off State Street. No batteries, tv’s, appliances, tires, paint-oils or hazardous chemicals. This is for Lovington residents only.

Mobile Food Pantry

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•May 10, 2023•

The University of Illinois Extension in cooperating partnership with sponsor Decatur Catholic Charities will hold a mobile food pantry on Wednesday, June 14 from 4 to 5 pm at the Lovington Ambulance Building. A mobile food pantry delivers a 2 week supply of food per family in rural communities. Any individual or family that does not have a steady food supply qualifies to receive food. No financial information is required to qualify. Please note: A mobile food pantry is held in Windsor, Sullivan and Lovington. You may only get food at one location. Choose the location closest to your residence. Registration is required by June 7. To register sign up at Christ’s Pantry during their open hours: May 18 from 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm, June 1 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm and June 15 from 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm or call the church office at 217-873-4692 and leave a message. Someone will return your call.

Grant Awarded

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•May 10, 2023•

The Moultrie County State’s Attorney’s Office has been notified that it has been awarded a grant of $15,000 for FY 2024. Victims of Violent Crimes Assistance grant funds are managed by the Attorney General’s Office and are awarded to various community service programs who provide assistance to victims of crime. The Moultrie County State’s Attorney’s Office utilizes this award to fund the Victim Witness Coordinator position within the office. The grant is funded by fees paid by defendants and is not taxpayer supported. This is the third consecutive year this grant has been awarded to the State’s Attorney’s Office.

Master Gardeners Announce Annual Plant Sale

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•May 3, 2023•
Master Gardeners are excited to announce their annual spring plant sale is back at Garden Fest. They will be selling a variety of plants at Lytle Park, Mattoon on Saturday, May 13, 2023, from 9 am-12 pm. Our knowledgeable Master Gardeners will be available throughout the morning to address your yard and garden questions and give you suggestions for planting, pruning, and landscaping.
This year we will feature a limited amount of fun hostas to add to your shaded landscapes including Blue Mouse Ears, Island Breeze, and Shadowland Whee just to name a few. Limited quantities of beautiful 10” and 14” hanging baskets will include assortments of petunias, impatiens, and geraniums. These baskets would make wonderful Mother’s Day gifts. We recommend arriving early for the best color selection – these will sell out. Read More

Leonardo Music Entertains Students

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Leonardo Music Entertains Students
Leonardo Music out of Chicago entertained children at the Sullivan United Methodist Church. The concert was made possible by Moultrie County Baby Talk.

Spores ‘n More Mushroom Winners 2023

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Spores ‘n More Mushroom Winners
This year’s mushroom contest for Spores ‘n More had 22 entries. Winners were announced at the Windsor American Legion on Saturday, April 29. The smallest mushroom was found by Chris Goodman and measured 36 mm and the largest mushroom was found by Beau Hutchison and it measured 593 mm. Pictured are Karsyn Goodman, Chris Goodman, Erica Nabers with the Lake Shelbyville Army Corps of Engineers, Beau Hutchison, Isaac Hutchison.

Singers and Singers Jr. Dinner Theatre

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Singers and Singers Jr. Dinner Theatre
On Saturday, April 29 and Sunday, April 30, the Sullivan Singers and Sullivan Singers Jr. presented their dinner theatre in the Sullivan High School gym. Saturday there were two performances and Sunday only one performance. The program included the Fall Show “Press Play On A Good Day”, competition shows for Singers Jr. and Singers, Spring Show and Senior Spotlights by Alexi Fryman, Sierra Guynn, Mikala Simmons and Kaylee Ogle. During the Sunday performance seniors were recognized.

OV Softball Senior Night 2023

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OV Softball Senior Night
Okaw Valley had their softball senior night on Friday, April 28. There was only one softball senior this year and none on the baseball team. Pictured is Avery Bruns, OV softball senior.