•July 10, 2024•
The Bethany Senior Citizen Potluck will be held on Wednesday, July 17 at 11 am at the Bethany library. Fried chicken will be furnished. All are welcome.
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Community garden starting to produce
•July 3, 2024•
The local Girl Scout Troop 3641 collaborated with the Sullivan First United Methodist Church to implement a garden for the community of Sullivan. This project has been in motion since April of this year and is finally starting to produce. The garden has a variety of tomatoes, peppers, onions, cucumbers, and zucchini. Read More
Arthur’s Freedom Celebration: A day of rain, sunshine, and spectacular fireworks
•July 3, 2024•
by Ariana R Cherry
On June 29th, Arthur’s Freedom Celebration began on a gloomy note with some intermittent showers. Despite the rain and gloomy forecast, out of town visitors streamed into the charming town, eager to witness the evening’s spectacular show.
However, a light storm moved in bringing heavier rain, and casting a momentary shadow over the upcoming festivities. But with some answered prayers, the rain subsided by about 1:30 pm, making way for sunshine and humidity to settle in. Despite the heavy humidity, the parade marched on as scheduled showcasing the majestic horses trotting gracefully, followed by veterans, boy scouts, local organizations, young baton dancers, fire trucks and even appearances by Santa Claus and Uncle Sam himself.
As the parade concluded, Jurgens Park and the surrounding countryside of Arthur filled with people claiming their seats, ready to be captivated by the magnificent firework show - complete with its own soundtrack. The Arthur fireworks proved to be another wonderful success, leaving attendees eagerly anticipating the next Freedom Celebration.
Remembering Who We Are……15: More Sunken Roads?
•July 3, 2024•
by Janet Roney
I am convinced that the western branch of the Kaskaskia-Detroit Road, the most important French fur trade trail in central Illinois in the 1700s, crossed the Kaskaskia at Nelson Ford. It was the best Kaskaskia River ford between Cooks Mills and Shelbyville. No old maps show its precise route through the county, but bits and pieces of information lead to that conclusion. Read More
Mauck receives Master of Arts Degree with Honors
•July 3, 2024•
Dr. Gregory Mauck has successfully defended his master’s thesis and been granted a Master of Arts in History Degree with Distinction from Liberty University. His thesis, “Geopolitical Actions of the German Empire Prior to the First World War: A Modified DIME Analysis,” is published online and may be accessed at https://digitalcommons.liberty.edu/masters/1124/ or through any search engine. Read More
Obituaries 7-3-2024: Kevin Franklin
Kevin Franklin
Kevin L. Franklin, 58, of Lovington passed away at 7:24 p.m. on Thursday, June 27, 2024, at Springfield Memorial Hospital. Read More
Obituaries 7-3-2024: Eugene Elzy
Eugene Elzy
Eugene “Gene” Elzy, 84, of Greensboro, Georgia passed away peacefully in his home at Reynolds Lake Oconee on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Read More
A Look Back…7-3-2024
2014
Jacob Robert Adams of Sullivan received a $1,000 scholarship from the CHS Foundation, the major giving entity of CHS Inc., a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States.
The Mo-Co Rush 12U competed in the Santa Claus Classic in Santa Claus, Ind. and went 5-0 to win the championship. The 12U Rush currently stood at 46-20 on the season. Players included Lindsey Mast, Destiny Williams, Allie Dunn, Liberty Dunaway, Jo Barbee, Addi Tinkle, and Delaney Melton. Middle row: coach Samantha Vogel, Isabel Shafer, KayLee Hohlbauch, Shelby Frederick, Madison Vogel, Molly Day, coach Scott Shafer, Jim Dunn, coach Kevin Hohlbauch, and coach Wes Frederick. Read More
FY2024 amended budget approved
•July 3, 2024•
by Ariana R Cherry
Members of the Board of Education held a hearing for the Amended Budget for Fiscal Year 2024. Superintendent Shannon Cheek stated that since 2021 with a reduction in staff, the district has saved a total of $600,000.
At last month’s meeting, the figures for the FY 2024 Amended Budget were shared. Education Fund: $5,216,690, Operation and Maintenance: $1,669,812, Transportation Fund: $347,349 and Working Cash: $900,798. The projected fund balances for June 30, 2024 were: Education Fund: $6,109,964, Operations and Maintenance: $1,818,594, Transportation Fund: $177,412 and Working Cash: Read More
Kirk named a Teacher of Excellence
•July 3, 2024•
Lori Kirk, a Sullivan High School and Sullivan Middle School teacher, recently was named a Teacher of Excellence for the Regional Office of Education #11.
“It’s truly humbling to be recognized in this way. I am grateful to be part of the Sullivan Tribe with colleagues and administration that think of students first. I am blessed to be recognized with this incredible honor,” stated Kirk.
She added that “My classroom team consists of two very dedicated paraprofessionals and a group of amazing students. This award motivates me to continue striving for excellence in education.” Read More