Photo by Crystal Reed
Moultrie Co. Republicans Meet and Greet
Moultrie County Board candidate Aaron Wilhelm speaks during the meet and greet breakfast held at the Sullivan American Legion on Monday, October 10.
Photo by Jeni Yantis
OV Golf Senior Night
Okaw Valley recognized seniors on the golf team during their September 20 senior night. Pictured are: Carmine Brown, Trey Hall, Chris Menard, Lexi Bartimus, Malorie Wons, Reagan Reedy and Bailey Bennett.
Vaugh DeVorse
Vaughn A. DeVorse, 75, of Sullivan, passed away at 7:05 p.m., Sunday, October 9, 2022, in Hilltop Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Charleston.
Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m., Friday, October 14, in St. Columcille Catholic Church in Sullivan. Visitation will be 5 - 7 p.m. Thursday in Reed Funeral Home in Sullivan with a prayer service at 4:30 p.m. Rite of Committal and Burial will be in Greenhill Cemetery in Sullivan, with Military Honors conducted by Sullivan American Legion Post # 68. Memorials are suggested to Catholic Charities. Online condolences may be sent to the family at reedfuneralhome.net Read More
•October 12, 2022•
Lake Land College students can now complete a FAFSA to find out if they qualify for the Laker+ financial aid program. With the Laker+ program, students who qualify for financial assistance often receive more than enough to cover tuition and fees, so the remaining money is refunded to the student.
The Lake Land College Laker+ program maximizes qualifying students’ financial aid opportunities to cover tuition and fees plus provides support for living expenses. This program is effective now and will be available to those applying for the following semesters.
Students can complete the 22-23 FAFSA, using 2020 tax information, for the Fall 2022, Spring 2023 and Summer 2023 semesters.
Students can complete the 23-24 FAFSA, using 2021 tax information, for the Fall 2023, Spring 2024 and Summer 2024 semesters.
Because Lake Land College is such a great value and can offer numerous financial assistance options, students often receive refunds of their assistance that can be used to cover housing, gas, food and other college expenses. Read More
Pictured are Sheriff Ross Thomas, Bethany police Theordore Schwartz, Deputy Carl Weakley, Glen Braden and Arthur police John Roberts. This photo was taken in 1952. 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.
•October 12, 2022•
By Jim Baumann
NP Guest Writer
Sometimes, I can answer a reader’s letter with a simple “yes” or “no.” But what fun would that be?
“Mr. Baumann, can anything be done to stop writers from using the phrase ‘the likes of’?” wrote David Smith.
The simple answer is “no.”
But I can make anyone who reads this column think about it, at least.
“Everyone seems to be using it now in constructions such as ‘The Golden Age of Hollywood boasted stars the likes of Errol Flynn and Bette Davis,’” David added. “It’s almost always used incorrectly, because it means ‘similar to.’ It is a comparative, isn’t it? ‘The Golden Age of Hollywood boasted stars similar to Errol Flynn and Bette Davis.’ Wrong. So wrong.” Read More
25 Years Ago This Week
Moultrie County’s 777 businesses generated $923,693 in sales tax revenue for city and county governments during the fiscal year.
The Bethany varsity eco-team came in fourth in a field of more than 20 schools in a recent Lake Shelbyville eco-meet. Members of the team were science teacher Arlone Doan, J.C. Fitzgerald, Darla Gill, Melissa Ashley and Rachel Polley. The Bethany junior varsity eco-team came in eighth in a field of more than 20 schools in a recent Lake Shelbyville eco-meet. Team members were Ben Cohan, TJ Wingard, Lucas Karcher, Wes Brewer and Coach Chris Gregory. Read More
•October 12, 2022•
by Crystal Reed
NP Writer
The Sullivan City Council met Monday, October 10, and approved two pay estimates for the water treatment plant project and one change order. In new and unfinished business the agenda listed two items, but the item on Medicare Supplement and Prescription Drug Plan was tabled. The first pay estimate in the consent agenda was for $292,410 to Grunloh Construction Inc. Commissioner Chuck Woodworth was absent from the meeting.
The second pay estimate was for $154,068.93 to Grunloh Building, Inc. The change order was from Grunloh Building, Inc. for the water treatment project for a decrease of $58,615.13. The consent agenda was approved,
Verna and Roger Tice have a property on the west side of the square at 11 South Main. When Ms. Tice watched the City Council meeting, she was surprised to hear of the proposal to no longer allow residences on the first floor on the square. Tice said that at the last council meeting, it was said that the first floor was needed for businesses but noted she and her husband had only been approached once by someone wanting to establish a business. Read More
Photo by Crystal Reed
Dine with a Doc at Senior Center
On Tuesday, October 4, Dine with a Doc program offered by Senior Education Ministries was held at Mid-Illinois Senior Services. Dine with a Doc is a free program that welcomes the local senior public to hear an educational topic while enjoying a complimentary lunch. The program is a community effort of Senior Education Ministries, a doctor, a meal sponsor, area businesses and senior citizens. Each doctor has donated their time and various community businesses also participate by donating door prizes or providing the meal. This month’s guest doctor was L. Kaye DeSelms Dent (right), Doctor of Jurisprudence. Her law practice focuses on estate planning, probate, elder law and she is Medicaid Licensed in Illinois. She was joined for the presentation by Associate Attorney Erica Feldhake (left).
Photo by Crystal Reed
Susan Rauch and Stan Parks both of Moultrie County Beacon share a moment during a program on Wednesday, October 5 that recognized that this month is National Disability Employment Awareness Month. During the program, Moultrie County Beacon consumers who are employed in the community enjoyed lunch and were recognized with awards.
•October 12, 2022•
by Crystal Reed
NP Writer
In recognition and celebration of this month being National Disability Employment Awareness Month, the Moultrie County Beacon had a luncheon for their consumers that are currently employed in the community. There are 13 people from the Beacon that are employed in the community at this time. Read More