•August 17, 2022•
The Findlay Fire Department will be holding a tractor drive on Saturday, August 27. Registration is at 7 a.m. and the drive starts at 8 a.m. at Findlay Middle School. Donations only. Tractors must be capable of running 12 mph. They will stop for lunch at the VFW in Sullivan. All proceeds benefit Okaw Valley Scholarship and other community events. Call Ed Voltenburg at 217-259-9781 or Dave Winans at 217-808-0312 for more information.
•August 17, 2022•
The BASO Main Street Car Show will be Saturday, August 20 from 4 to 7 p.m. in downtown Bethany. There is a $10 entry fee. All makes and models are welcome. Dash plaques to the first 100 entries. Rain date is Sunday, August 21.
•August 10, 2022•
On August 26, the 2022 high school football season in Illinois will be in full swing as the Friday Night Lights turn on throughout the Land of Lincoln. That means that concession stand grills will be also lighting up and the smell of pork chop sandwiches will soon be filling the air.
The Illinois High School Association (IHSA) and the Illinois Pork Producers Association (IPPA) are proud to announce the return of the Pork & Pigskins Championship, as the IHSA and IPPA team-up to find the state’s best concession stand pork chop sandwich for the second year in a row.
“Tradition, community, and amazing food are the ingredients that make-up the Pork & Pigskins Championship,” said IHSA Executive Director Craig Anderson. “The folks behind these grills volunteer their time and talent to support our high school students and their schools. We appreciate the Illinois Pork Producers Association helping bring their stories to light and providing recognition to these worthy individuals who serve their communities and also cook a mean pork chop sandwich.” Read More
Photo courtesy of Kim Drury
Liam Donovan Competes At Championship Meet
Liam Donovan of the Sullivan Blue Dolphins competed at the 2022 Illinois Long Course Age Group Championship meet in St. John, Indiana. Liam finished 19th overall in the 100 backstroke and 26th in the 200 backstroke. Head Coach Drury commented, “Liam is the perfect example of a swimmer whose dedication and hard work pays off. He never gave up through the COVID setbacks over the last couple of years. As you age up in swimming the time cuts get tougher to achieve. Liam has held steady and committed to improving and this year his efforts have paid off. Illinois Age Group time cuts are some of the hardest cuts to obtain. Liam is a racer he thrives under competition. He did a great job representing Sullivan Blue Dolphins at this level of competition.”
Photo courtesy of Jason Drury
SBD Competes At Illinois Open
Sullivan Blue Dolphins plunged into the water at the 2022 Illinois Open at the University of Illinois July 8. It was a great opportunity for the swimmers to compete at a 50 meter indoor pool with lots of competition. High points for girls 10 and under: Avery Hess and Scarlett Perrott. High points for girls 13-14: Cadence Schmohe. High points for girls open: Emily Crosier. High points for boys 10 and under: Robert Pogue. High points for boys open: Liam Donovan. Pictured are Kinsley Eads, Avery Hess, Scarlett Perrott.
•August 10, 2022•
The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced the release of the Illinois Aviation System Plan, identifying short- and long-term needs and goals of the state’s airports and marking the first comprehensive study of its kind in more than 25 years. To highlight the significance of the plan and the importance of aviation to the state’s overall transportation system and economy, Gov. JB Pritzker proclaimed August as Aviation Appreciation Month in Illinois. Read More
•August 10, 2022•
The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) announced today the Department has issued a letter to all federal student loan servicers encouraging them to immediately implement best practices to help alert and educate eligible student loan holders about the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. As the primary contact for many student loan borrowers, servicers are in the best position to increase awareness about PSLF and help borrowers take advantage of the program. Read More
•August 10, 2022•
Submitted by Pam Wittkowski
I am Pam Wittkowski and I care about Moultrie County!
The people of Moultrie County deserve a full-time County Treasurer who actually cares enough about her job to show up every day. I will be that person. That is why I am announcing my Democratic candidacy for Moultrie County Treasurer.
As Chief Deputy County Clerk for more than 17 years, I have enjoyed serving the people of Moultrie County. With over 25 years of bookkeeping and accounting experience in the private sector and applying those same skills working in the County Clerk’s office, has given me a solid background to serve as your County Treasurer. I’m not afraid to reach out to others if there are questions, no matter what offices, because together we all serve the community. Read More
•August 10, 2022•
By Cheri Burcham
Family Life Educator
Our lives are bombarded with negativity, stress, and countless threats to our emotional well-being, work, and closest relationships. In the past, it was suggested that if we focused more and worked harder, we would be more successful, and then experience more happiness. But new research shows that when we experience happiness and positivity first, it turns on all the learning centers in the brain and fuels positive outcomes in all aspects of our lives. In fact, research shows that more happiness and positivity cause us to be three times more creative, 23% less fatigued and 31% more productive. (Wharton, 2014) Read More
•August 10, 2022•
Maddison Hopper, a 2022 SHS graduate, recently received the Past Presidents Parley Nurses Scholarship from the American Legion Auxiliary Department of Illinois.
This $1000 scholarship is awarded to students pursuing a degree in nursing. Read More