Dennis Denning
Dennis “Mike” Denning, age 71, of Mattoon, passed away on Friday, July 19, 2024 at Willow Breeze Hospice House with his family by his side. Read More
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Caregiver Advisory Program
•July 24, 2024•
Mid-Illinois Senior Services, Inc. offers Caregiver Advisory Programs that covers caregivers & grandparents or other relatives raising grandchildren/children in Moultrie, Douglas and Shelby Counties.
Caregiver support groups meet the first Thursday of the month at Mid-Illinois Senior Services in Sullivan at 1:00-2:30pm and the second Thursday of the month at 9:00am at the Arthur Public Library.
Grandparents/relatives raising grandchildren/children program meet the first Thursday of the month at Mid-Illinois Senior Services in Sullivan 2:30-3:30pm.
Windsor upcoming events
•July 24, 2024•
Windsor Elementary is offering even more events for the summer. July 26th there will be the Scoville Mobile Zoo at the Elementary School. Scoville Mobile Zoo offers a safe but close exploration and education of animals that children can experience first hand. From educational courses to fun facts, Scoville Mobile Zoo has many activities for the children to not waste a moment with the animals. August 2nd the University of Illinois will be in Windsor with the science bus, a mobile laboratory where children can learn fun science facts and do experiments. All programs will be provided at the school during lunch, from 11am to 1pm.
Back to School assistance
•July 24, 2024•
The Moultrie County Outreach Food Pantry is having a sign-up for students and their families who may need assistance with getting school supplies for the upcoming school year. Sign-up forms must be filled out before August 2nd to receive help. Pick-up for all supplies will be on August 9th from 9am to 4pm at the Moultrie County Outreach Office. To sign-up for assistance please visit https://forms.office.com/r/YbhT8fkSkr and fill out your information for the best help for this school year.
Vander Burgh’s hold appreciation event
Photo by Megan Russell. Pictured John Vander Burgh (owner of Vander Burgh Financial Services), his wife Heidi, and their two grandkids, ages 2 and 4 months.
•July 24, 2024•
On Sunday, Bethany had a sweet surprise planned out for any and all. The Green Creamery, a mobile ice cream parlor which supports loving the earth and making the best quality ice cream around, visited and gave out free ice cream as a Vander Burgh Financial Services, LLC customer appreciation event. The crowds were bustling with many groups of families and friends coming and going throughout the two hour event. Read More
Foam and Slime Party
Photos submitted Foam and Slime Party The Elizabeth Titus Memorial Library held a Foam and Slime Party last week as a reward to kids who read and filled out their book log for 5 consecutive weeks. Twenty-nine children attended the party and several others who had earned the reward were unable to attend. The library is grateful to the families that are taking advantage of the ten week summer reading program, and hope that it is helping to prevent the ‘summer slide’ until the kids go back to school.
Third Saturday Bazaar
•July 17, 2024•
A monthly tradition from Arthur is paving the way to a fun weekend event that comes monthly, in support of local and small artisan vendors.
The 3rd Saturday Bazaar is a unique array of vintage, hand-made and locally made goods that starts at 9am and runs until 3pm in the afternoon. Though the market has been consistently going for 21 years, there is never a dull moment.
Every 3rd Saturday at the Otto Center, shoppers can expect a wide range of items, from clothing and jewelry to freeze dried candies and hand made crafts. Admission and parking is free for all and a traditional Amish Lunch served by Trivia Schrock is also available.
Fall Prevention classes
•July 17, 2024•
A Matter of Balance: managing concerns about falls, is fall prevention class that will be hosted at the Moultrie County Seinor Center at 113 E. Jefferson St in Sullivan. The classes run from July through August 30th every Friday from 1:30 to 3:30. Refreshments will be provided and a $20 donation is requested. To register or get more information contact Carol Logan at (217)428-3458 ext. 231.
Open House to celebrate Pastor Wade
•July 17, 2024•
An open house will be held at the First Christian Church, 1357 CR 1200 E, Sullivan, to celebrate Pastor Grant Wade as he has earned his doctorate in Theology. The public is invited to join in the celebration from 3 to 5 p.m. Read More
Illinois State Fair announces “It’s Showtime!” theme
•July 17, 2024•
It’s Showtime! The theme for the 2024 Illinois State Fair captures the spirit of the fair on many levels - livestock shows, Grandstand performances, circuses, rodeos, diving shows, ice skating performances and much more.
The theme also influences the Illinois State Fair Twilight Parade that caravans down Springfield streets and through the main gates, kicking off the 11-day showcase of Illinois agriculture, arts and crafts, food, carnival rides and entertainment. Fair gates open at 7 a.m. on Thursday, August 8 with a full day of events and entertainment, including the annual parade which will step off at 5:30 p.m.
“The Illinois State Fair Twilight Parade is a Springfield tradition,” said Jerry Costello II, Director of the Illinois Department of Agriculture. “This year’s theme of ‘It’s Showtime!’ has so many meanings with the wide variety of activities available throughout the fair. We invite everyone to come out and find their favorite.” Read More