David Pantier
David E. “Dave” Pantier, 75, of Hammond, passed away suddenly Monday morning, March 20, 2023 at Decatur Memorial Hospital inDecatur, Ill. Read More
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Moultrie County Republicans Lincoln Day Dinner
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Moultrie County Republicans Lincoln Day Dinner
The Moultrie County Republicans held their Lincoln Day Dinner on Saturday, March 18 at the Sullivan American Legion. The event included a live auction, 50/50, gun raffle, dinner and speakers. This year’s keynote speaker was Darren Bailey (pictured above). Other speakers included Shane Bouvet and Congresswoman Mary Miller.
Home Food Preservation Doesn’t Need to be Difficult; Learn how to Safely Preserve
•March 22, 2023•
There is a common belief that food preservation is difficult. However, with the right equipment and proper education, anyone can enjoy garden fresh foods all year long by preserving at home. Join University of Illinois Extension at the Arthur Public Library for a two-hour Saturday workshop to unlock the mystery of food preservation. Read More
Obituaries 3-22-2023: Mary Wagahoft
Mary Wagahoft
Mary Kristina Wagahoft, 78, of Decatur, passed away Monday, March 13, 2023, at Eagle Ridge Assisted Living of Decatur, IL.
Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Saturday, March 25, at Graceland Fairlawn in Decatur. Funeral services will be held at 12 p.m. Saturday. Burial will be in Keller Cemetery in Lovington, directly following the service. Dinner will be provided for family and friends at Northwest Christian Church after the graveside service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Moultrie County Historical & Genealogical Society, 1303 South Hamilton Street, Sullivan, IL 61951. Read More
Tops Club Inc.
•March 22, 2023•
Anyone interested in joining a supportive weight loss group is welcome to call 810-577-0661 or to find a meeting call (800) 932-8677 or visit www.tops.org.
Obituaries 3-22-2023: Irene Wolfe
Irene Wolfe
Irene Wolfe, 98, of Hammond, passed away at 10 p.m., Sunday, March 19, 2023, at Green Gardens in Sullivan. Read More
March is National Ladder Safety Month
•March 22, 2023•
The Illinois Department of Labor’s (IDOL) Division of Occupational Health and Safety (IL OSHA) and On-Site Consultation Program are highlighting 2023 National Ladder Safety Month to promote the safe use of ladders and the opportunity to be certified in ladder safety training. Read More
Music in Findlay
•March 22, 2023•
Benny and the Amigos will be performing at the Junction at the Old Country Church, 108 N. Main in Findlay on Friday, March 24 from 7 to 9 pm. Cover charge is $3.
Recent Obituaries: Dorothy Ellen McComas
Dorothy Ellen McComas
Dorothy Ellen McComas passed away Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at the age of 95 while residing at Lakewood Senior Living in Boiling Springs, South Carolina.
Dorothy was born June 9,1927 in Caldwell, IL to the late Carl and Mary (Lee) Fleischauer. She is a graduate of Lovington Township High School, Class of 1945, Lovington, IL. Her life took her to Kansas City, Ks where she met Charles Dale McComas Piper, Kansas.
She and Dale wed in May of 1947 and made their home on the farming in Edwardsville and then Piper, Ks. Together they had and raised four children, Albert, Samuel, Charles and Robert. During Dale’s illness and subsequent death, Dorothy entered the life of retail. Upon her retirement, she returned to Lovington, IL to attend to the care of her parents. Following their death, she moved to Boiling Springs, SC to live with her son Samuel and his wife Marsha. In 2018 Dorothy entered Lakewood Senior Living, LLC in Boiling Springs where she resided until her death.
She is survived by her sisters Edna, Decatur, Il; Regina, Belton, Tx and her children, Albert (Al)of Piper, KS: Samuel (Sam) of Boiling Springs, SC; Charles (Chuck) of Seffner, FL and Robert (Rob) of Grand Prairie, TX and numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.
A memorial service was held at Lakewood Senior Living March 15, 2023 at 2 PM. Burial services will be held in Lovington, IL at a later date.
Better Sleep Boosts Overall Health
•March 15, 2023•
The National Sleep Foundation, which launched Sleep Awareness Week in 1998, says 45% of Americans report poor or insufficient sleep negatively affects their daily lives.
Sleep Awareness Week, March 12-18, highlights the importance of good sleep. With everyone moving their clocks ahead one hour on Sunday, March 12 with the start of Daylight Savings Time, sleep schedules may be affected. Read More