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Sullivan Celebrates Halloween

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•November 2, 2022•
Children celebrated Halloween in Sullivan on Monday, October 31, with safe trick or treat, AMBUCS Halloween Parade and traditional trick or treat later that evening. During safe trick or treat local businesses and organizations gave out candy and glow sticks to all the ghosts, goblins, princesses and other characters that were walking around the downtown area. AMBUCS also held their Halloween parade where children were able to march around the square with the high school band providing music while judges decided the top ten costumes. Winning costumes were worn by Colton Conner, Hope Conner, Gabrial Spencer, Zoey Fagin, Hannah Taylor and Macie Rodgers, Koda Polley, Whittan “Noodles” Hill, Amanda Hill, Adelyn Hill and Liberty Hill, Lyndsay Ray and Adah Ray-Allen, Barbara Siewert and Zach Kenworthy.

Sullivan Dance Studio’s Competition Team Members Attend Convention

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Sullivan Dance Studio’s Competition Team Members
Attend Convention
Sullivan Dance Studio had 10 Competition Dance team members attend Revel—The Dance Convention Revelation Radiate You Tour in St. Louis, Missouri on October 21, 22 & 23, 2022. Mini Level dancers were Natalia Beals and Fionn Lynch. The mini level dancers all got to perform in the final showcase and even had a fun Dance Party during one of their sessions. Junior level dancers from SDS Competition Team were Gabrielle Carpenter, Avery Florey, Adalee Foster, Lillian Hood, Aleena Ingram, and Miah Voegel. Special shout out to Lillian Hood for being chosen to perform from her level in the final showcase. Zoe Lynch and Sarina Voegel were teen level dancers who attended the convention. Zoe was able to attend bonus classes on Friday night at the convention as well. Revel Dance Convention gave dancers a chance to work diligently with a diverse faculty that included educators and choreographers from all facets of the dance world. Those who attended had a chance to attend ballet, contemporary, hip hop, jazz, jazz funk and tap classes.

Sullivan High School Team IMPACT Accepting Donations of Personal Care Items

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•November 2, 2022•
by Crystal Reed
NP Writer

A newly formed student action group at Sullivan High School is helping their peers with acquiring necessary personal care items, clothing and food. Team IMPACT’s mission is to create a safe, inclusive space that provides District #300 students the opportunity to make anonymous requests for personal care items and necessary resources. The group’s aims are to develop youth leadership, provide peer-led support and create sustainable community partnerships.
According to Darby Poe of Moultrie County Counseling, they received a grant from the Regional Office of Education #3 to help fund the effort. Poe and SHS teacher Kali Taylor recently had a conversation at a cross country meet. Taylor indicated that students are lacking basic necessities, and they don’t have any programs in the area that are youth based.
As a teacher, Taylor said, that in the course of a day she sees 75-80% of the student body. “There’s this need of kids that are hungry or lacking supplies.” Poe added that kids often don’t admit they are in need. Read More

Christmas Extravaganza

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•November 2, 2022•
The HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Partners’ annual Christmas Extravaganza will be held on Thursday, November 10 from 7 a.m.to 2 p.m. The Partners’ artisans will offer an assortment of hand-crafted items along with additional vendors from various businesses. The famous Partners’ Bake Sale will provide a vast selection of goodies and the Santa’s Closet will offer gently used Christmas décor. Three raffle opportunities will be available including a hand sewn quilt, a decorated sled and a “money” tree. Come join in the fun! A parking lot shuttle will be available for easy access to the main lobby. If you would like to join the Partners of St. Mary’s Hospital, please contact Shelli Brunner at the HSHS St. Mary’s Foundation at 217-464-2520 or by email at shelli.brunner@hshs.org

Mike Landacre to Receive Illinois Credit Union League Lifetime Achievement Award

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•November 2, 2022•
The Illinois Credit Union League (ICUL) recently announced Staley Credit Union Board Director Mike Landacre as a 2022 recipient of their Lifetime Achievement Award. As a category in ICUL’s Hall of Fame Awards, this prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes a current or former leader’s contribution to the credit union movement in Illinois and/or at the national level. Nominees must have at least ten years of active involvement in the credit union movement; have participated in league, chapter or national activities; promoted the cooperative nature of credit unions locally; and demonstrated leadership and a personal commitment and vision to the credit union movement. Mike has been an active, engaged and dedicated Board Director of Staley Credit Union since 1996, spanning nearly 27 years. He currently serves as the most senior director and Vice-Chairman on the Staley CU Board and is also an active member on two other Board Committees. Mike’s credit union experience, council and leadership abilities have contributed to the overall success of Staley Credit Union. In addition to his years of service to Staley CU and its membership, Mike has dedicated his time to many different volunteer & community involvement efforts across various organizations for decades. “Mike’s continuous contributions have significantly furthered the credit union spirit of “people helping people”within our Decatur, Illinois community as evidenced by his ongoing commitment to helping others,” stated Kimberly Ervin, President & CEO of Staley Credit Union. “In addition to his work in the community, Mike has also volunteered on our Staley Credit Union Board of Directors for nearly 27 years in a variety of leadership positions. His involvement no doubt benefits each and every member of Staley Credit Union and helps us continue our legacy of 92 years of service to our wonderful members.” The award presentations will occur during the Annual Convention Celebration Luncheon on Friday, November 4, 2022 at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. The luncheon provides a unique opportunity to bring leaders from across Illinois together to celebrate the award recipients and unite on the shared principles of the credit union movement.

Free Welding Classes

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•November 2, 2022•
Lake Land College Adult Education will be offering free welding classes beginning November 14.
Those interested can attend orientation at the Lake Land College Marshall Eastern Region Center, 224 S. 6th St., Marshall, Illinois 62441, on November 14 at 4 p.m.
There will also be a welding orientation at Shelbyville High School, 1001 W. North 6th St., Shelbyville, on November 15 at 4 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to enter through the shop entrance. Read More

Moultrie Moment of the Week

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Pictured above is a photo of the Tabor home in Sullivan that appeared in an Oct 1982 issue of the local newspaper. Please submit photos to the News Progress for future consideration. Originals will be saved for return or forwarded to Moultrie County Historical Society. If you have any other information, please contact the Moultrie County Historical Society at 217-728- 4085.

No-Calorie Tricks and Treats

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•November 2, 2022•
By Jim Baumann
NP Guest Writer

On All Hallow’s Eve eve, I offer you tricks and treats.
And they’ll all be bite-sized (and likely stale). If you were hoping for a regulation Snickers bar from me, try the next house.
Where? What?
“TV news often headlines things similar to ‘Man shot in River North,’” writes Carl Skrabacz. “In this case, I looked over my body and couldn’t find a River North.”
Well, Carl, I’ve been lucky enough for my tee shot to hit a dogleg every three or four rounds, even if it’s the next fairway over.
Ambish? Read More