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Mid-Illinois Senior Center May events

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•April 29, 2026•

The Mid-Illinois Senior Center is located at 113 E. Jefferson Street in Sullivan. The Peace Meal Senior Nutrition program lunch is served weekdays (except holidays) at 11:30 a.m. Call (217) 728-8521 for more information on the events below or the Peace Meal.

1st: 1:00 p.m. Pool tournament.

4th: Pedicures by Robin. Must call (217) 728-8521 to register.

5th: 10:00 a.m. Exercise, 11:00 a.m. Dine w/ Doc: Sleep specialist Rodney-free home-cooked meal.

6th: 1:00 p.m. Hand and Foot; Bridge.

7th: 10:00 a.m. Exercise class, 12:00 p.m. Birthday party, 12:30 p.m. Bingo w/the Beacon and Caregiver Support Group, and 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. Grandparents Support Group.

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May ‘Peace Meal’ menu Mid Illinois Senior Services

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•April 29, 2026•

1st: Chicken salad sandwich, chili, cherry delight, and tangy coleslaw.

4th: Pulled pork and bun, rosemary potatoes, cream-style corn, and bean medley salad.

5th: Chicken Tetrazzini, peas and carrots, Harvard beets, and fruit.

6th: Meatloaf, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, creamy coleslaw, and bread/roll.

7th: Mushroom-crusted chicken, has brown casserole, California blend vegetables, and berry fluff.

8th: Loaded taco salad, stewed tomatoes, roasted corn and black beans, side salad, and whole grain chips.

11th: Pork tenderloin and bun, baked beans, corn, and cinnamon applesauce.

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Lady Redskins track picks up big win in Tuscola

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•April 29, 2026•

by E. Scott England

It was the 40th annual Tuscola Open for track last Friday. Over 15 teams showed up for a meet known for its fierce competition. When the dust settled, the Lady Redskins walked away with a first place win, edging out Effingham St. Anthony by just a half of a point.

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MISS: on fleek in fashion and 2025 services

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•April 29, 2026•

Pictured Meriem Garrett and Alivia Tippett.

On Wednesday, April 22nd, the Mid Illinois Senior Services center in Sullivan held their annual ‘Spring Fling’ fashion show, highlighting some of the wardrobe selections from their Thrift Store located on the square. This year’s models were from Sullivan High School’s FCCLA program as well as the CEFS RSVP program. There was sass, class, and brass on the runway, from animal prints, florals and pastels, to fashionable shades, leathers, bling, and bomber jackets. The models strutted their stuff down the runway, showing off some of the finest fashion and accessories available for purchase at the thrift store, which supports MISS directly. 

MISS’ 2025’s year in review was equally impressive in reflecting how many seniors were served in the area, which reflects the ongoing support and wide variety of services offered for seniors. By no means all-inclusive, a quick snapshot of what MISS contributed to the senior population in 2025:

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Remembering Who We Are…….107

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Jonathan L. Lindley, Alamo Defender


•April 29, 2026•

by Janet Roney

Before I tell you about Moultrie County’s three Revolutionary War veterans buried here, I have more to share about the Lindley family…namely, Jonathan L. Lindley, the son of Samuel Washington Lindley, who was the only Illinois man to die at the Alamo in 1836.

Last week, I told you about pioneer Samuel Washington Lindley’s connections to the Revolution through his maternal grandfather, Dr. John Pyle, who shared British war plans with George Washington before the Battle of Yorktown, and his Quaker paternal grandfather, Thomas Lindley, who dropped dead on his front porch after witnessing his family fighting each other at the Battle of Lindley’s Mill in North Carolina in 1781.

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Sullivan Royalty

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SHS Prom court:(L to R): Front Row - King - Owen Smith, Queen - Kate Bushue, Back Row - Devon Richardson, 2025 King Lucas Floyd, Carter Thurston, Johnathon Iacobazzi, Riane Bear, Caden Saul, James Feldkamp, Eiley Poe, Emily Crosier, and 2025 Queen Katilyn Kirby.

Lovington Village meeting fraught with contention

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•April 29, 2026•

by DM Williamee

On April 13th, the Village of Lovington held its regular monthly meeting, with Lovington locals in attendance who were armed with questions ranging from water bill payments to liquor licensure, and whether ordinance changes to the liquor ordinance were legal and/or ethical. Before the regular meeting, a brief appropriations meeting was held. Appropriations remained unchanged through to 2027, with no dissenting votes by the village board.

Resident Carolyn Trower spoke, requesting that the Village create an online payment and billing portal for utilities, specifically the water bill. Mrs. Trower advised the board that bills sent via U.S. Mail were frequently lost in transit, requiring her to call the Village to find out what she owed so she could make the payment on time and avoid late fees. She contended that, based on her previous banking and finance experience, for the cost the Village spent on postage, an online/ ACH system could be implemented to access utility bills and online payment. These missed utility bills had become so prevalent for her that she spoke to the local post office and was advised by them that the best remedy for missed mail was to rent a PO box for an annual fee of $72, which was a cost she did not feel she should have to shoulder. “It’s the 21st century, and it’s convenient,” she stated. In closing, Mrs. Trower shared her list of positives and negatives for implementing her suggestion with the board, closing with, “Jeff and I did not come to this meeting this evening to create disruptions, but to bring this issue to your attention. It’s just been such a problem to monitor and get our water bill…. We look forward to hearing your decision concerning this issue.”

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A Look Back…4-29-2026

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2016

David Bowers spent the better part of his life in Lovington, reaching out to touch someone. Even though he retired from family-owned Moultrie Independent Telephone Company at the end of March, he wasn’t going to stop being involved. “When you live a full life, life is fulfilling,” Bowers said, noting his retirement as vice president and plant supervisor gave him time to concentrate on other community needs.

Country Financial Representative Elizabeth Houser of Sullivan earned a position on the Insurance group’s Distinguished All-American team. Houser was among a select group of top Country Financial agency managers and financial representatives who qualified for the award.

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