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All-Conference Honorees Announced

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•July 13, 2022•

Millikin University, in conjunction with the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW), announced the CCIW Dave Wrath Academic All-Conference team for Spring season of 2022.
Each season the CCIW selects an Academic All-Conference Team. To be recognized, the student-athlete must be enrolled as a full-time student; must have participated on a team during 2022 Spring season; and must have at least a 3.30 cumulative grade point average. Athletes must have completed two semesters at their current institution before being eligible for Academic All-Conference Recognition. The list below is the team members from Millikin for the Spring 2022 season. Honorees from our area are:
Garrett Fritz Sr. Baseball Exercise Science Findlay (Okaw Valley); Bryce Griebler Jr. Baseball Criminal Justice Springfield (Okaw Valley); Madalyne McPheeters So. Track & Field Human Services Sullivan (Okaw Valley).

MCHGS July Program

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•July 13, 2022•

Charles W. Shuman of Annandale, Va. formerly of Sullivan, will present “Our Kaskaskia River Adventure” July 21 at 7 p.m. at their new History Center.
This will the first meeting held at the society’s new location at 1303 S. Hamilton, Sullivan.
In June of 1953, Shuman and his brother’s, John and Paul, along with their father, Charles B. Shuman floated down the Kaskaskia River from Findlay to Chester on the Mississippi in their wooden outboard motor boat, “Ida”. It was an eight day boating and camping adventure that became a trip of a lifetime for these three teenagers and their father. Their pictures from the trip depict the Kaskaskia River before the Us Army Corp of Engineers dammed the river at Shelbyville and Carlyle, and before it was straightened at its mouth on the Mississippi.
Shuman is a former Moultrie farmer, administrator of the Illinois and US Farmer’s Home Administration, and retired stock broker. He is also a charter member of the Moultrie County Historical Society from 1967.
Those attending will be invited to share any of their own Kaskaskia River adventure stories. The public is invited to attend.

EIU Spring 2022 Graduates

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•July 13, 2022•

Eastern Illinois University recently announced their Spring 2022 graduates. Graduates from our area are Eusebio Briseno and Kayli Worthey both of Arthur; Haley Caulfield and Hope Ruppert of Bethany; Ashley Dial of Findlay; Janelle Rafferty of Lovington; Sara DeVore, Lauren Fultz, Tate Fultz, Kylie Goss, Melissa McFadden, Jarod Merryman, Tanner Tarr, all of Sullivan; Mercedez Austin, Joel Beck, Emma Burdick, Luke Gilbert, all of Windsor.

Dalton City All Wheel Extravaganza

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•July 13, 2022•

The 12th annual Dalton City All Wheel Extravaganza will be held on Sunday, July 31 from Noon to 5 pm in downtown Dalton City. This is a car, truck, motorcyle and tractor show. Registration is $15 and each entry includes a free t-shirt. Goody bags for the first 75. There will be food and entertainment, vendor booths, 50/50 drawing, silent auction and door prizes. There will be participant choice trophies and best of show. For more information contact Harley’s Hideout 217-874-2309, Shamrock Pub at 217-874-9701 or Bob Weltig at 217-413-9292.

SOV Trivia Night Fundraiser

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•July 13, 2022•

There will be a trivia night fundraiser for the Sullivan-Okaw Valley football team on Friday, July 22 at the Sullivan American Legion. Doors open at 5:30 pm with dinner at 6 pm and trivia starting at 7 pm. All participants must be 21 or older. Trivia reservations are $20 per person or $100 for a table of six. $10 pork chip dinner tickets are available at Sullivan High School office, Moultrie County Treasurer’s Office and Chip’s Marine. Awards and prizes for trivia winners, best themed table and most team spirit. Trivia reservations can be made by contacting Stephanie Helmuth at 217-714-9028 or April Christensen-Stephens at 217-827-1726.

Recent Obituaries: William ‘Bill’ Rauch

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William ‘Bill’ Rauch

William ‘Bill’ Rauch, 90, of Sullivan, passed away at 12:26 p.m. Thursday July 7, 2022 in Shelbyville Manor.

Graveside services will be 11:00 a.m. Monday at the Windsor Cemetery with Mike Craig officiating. There will not be any visitation. Memorials are suggested to a charity of the donor’s choice. Arrangements by the Reed Funeral Home, Sullivan. Online condolences may be sent to the family at reedfuneralhome.net.
Bill was born May 26, 1932 in Sullivan the son of Frank H. and Daisy Jeffers Rauch. He retired from Caterpillar in Decatur. He was a bus driver for the Sullivan School District and the Moultrie County Beacon. Bill enjoyed playing bingo, going to the races, playing the slots and playing cards with his friends. His greatest love was his family, saying they made him “the richest man in the world!” He was a member of the Sullivan American Legion Post # 68. Bill married Evelyn Gaddis on December 30, 1951 in Sullivan and she preceded him in death on December 26, 2006.
Surviving are his children Mary Lee Lambdin, Mary Lou Miller, Brenda (Pat) Seeley , Ken (Susan) Rauch, Tim (Stephanie) Rauch all of Sullivan and Teri Jo (Hal) Sippel of Cabery; sister Sharon (Dale) Jones of Lovington; brother Robert (Karen) Rauch of Sullivan and many grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Evelyn, sister Betty and grandson Kenny Lambdin, son-in-law Mike Miller and beloved dog Mister.

He will be forever loved and missed by all who knew him.

Menu 7-6-2022

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Senior Peace Meal
For additional information or for reservations, please call 1-800-543-1770

July 11 - Grilled Marinated Chicken Patty, Sweet Potatoes, Broccoli, Summer Fruit, Bun
July 12 - Swiss Steak w/Peppers, Onions and Tomatoes, Tater Tots, Seasoned Cauliflower, Whole Grain Bread, Surprise Dessert
July 13 - Brat, German Potato Salad, Corn, Black Bean, Tomato Medley, Peaches, Bun
July 14 - Meatloaf
Mashed Potatoes w/Gravy, Seasoned Green Beans, 5-Cup Salad, Whole Grain Bread
July 15 - Chicken Alfredo, Buttered Peas, Diced Carrots, Romaine Salad w/Dressing

Moultrie County Retired Teachers Association Meets

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Jesse Kirk is one of two recipients of the Moultrie County Retired Teachers scholarships for this year. The other recipient of the $500 scholarship was Lily Graham.

•July 6, 2022•
The Moultrie County Retired Teachers Association met recently at the First United Methodist Church, Sullivan, IL. President Jane McKown welcomed members and guests before leading the Pledge of Allegiance.
Connie Dunscomb introduced Jim Barr, representing the Illinois Retired Teachers Association. He announced that Addison Graham, Sullivan, and a Special Education major at Illinois State University, was awarded the Area 5 State Scholarship. Connie and Jim spoke highly of Addison and stated that he had received many excellent letters of recommendation. Addison was unable to attend the meeting. President McKown urged members to look at the IRTA Website for information on the Foundation and that a picture and a paragraph of Addison’s education plans have been posted there, along with other area winners. Read More

LLC to Offer New Crime Scene Technician Program

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•July 6, 2022•
Lake Land College will be offering a new Crime Scene Technician program beginning in Fall 2022. The program is offered as a one-year certificate stackable with other Criminal Justice programs.
Crime scene technicians are in high demand with a 14% national growth according to Career Coach, and Lake Land College will be one of few institutions in the state to offer such a program. Read More

July is Extreme Heat Safety Month

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•July 6, 2022•
The Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) is sharing tips to beat the heat because July is Extreme Heat Safety Month. “We’ve already had 100 °+ temperatures for several days in June, and it’s clear that extreme heat is dangerous,” said IEMA Deputy Director Scott Swinford. “Take precautions and reduce your risk to avoid heat exhaustion by staying cool and well hydrated.”
High temperatures paired with significant humidity can lead to increased risks of heat cramps, heat illness, heat stroke, and heat exhaustion.
Take breaks in the shade
Drink plenty of water Read More