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SBD: Winter Regionals Championship 

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•March 11, 2026•

The Sullivan Blue Dolphins (SBD) sent nineteen swimmers to the Winter Regionals Championships in Pekin, Illinois. The Dolphins swam in 96 individual events and two 12-and-Under Girl relays. The SBD’s had eighty-three top ten finishes and ten Regional Champions. Those Champions were Emily Crosier, Emerson Risley, Aubrey Fultz, Avery Hess, Addy Hendry, Mack Pogue, Jace VanUytven, and Jack VanUytven. 

The Dolphins also had forty new personal best times and nine State Qualifiers. Emily Crosier and Emerson Risley attended the Senior State Championships at UIC, held March 5th through 8th. Emme Kirkley attended the 10-and-Under State Championships, held March 7th and 8th at Glenbrook North. Avery Hess, Addy Hendry, Mack Pogue, Jack VanUytven, Aubrey Fultz, and Jace VanUytven will all attend the 11-14 State Championships on March 12th through 15th at the Rec Plex in Wisconsin. 

Remembering Who We Are…….100

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The Great Spirit Speaks


•March 11, 2026•

By Janet Roney

The history of the relations between the Native Americans living in the Midwest in the early 1800s and the American pioneer settlers is not a happy story. Before and during the War of 1812, the British encouraged the tribes to attack American forts and remote cabins, killing many. After the war, the US government paid many of its veterans for their war service with land in the Northwest Territory, but few wanted to bring their families over the mountains to settle on their land until the Indians were removed and resettled west of the Mississippi. 

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Lake Land to host Laker Visit Day 

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•March 11, 2026•

Lake Land College will host Laker Visit Day on Friday, March 20th. The event is designed for prospective students to learn about programs, opportunities, and resources available at Lake Land College. During the event, Lake Land student ambassadors will lead all attendees on campus tours, providing a student perspective on the College and sharing valuable insights. Attendees will also have the opportunity to meet with faculty to learn more about specific programs of interest. 

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The weight of “Puppy Love”: why teen dating violence is a community crisis

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•March 11, 2026•

by Rebecca Comstock

Moultrie County Dove Inc. Coordinator

In my six years as the Moultrie County Coordinator for Dove Inc., I have walked alongside countless teenagers facing situations that would shatter most adults. I have seen the fear in a high schooler’s eyes that is identical to the fear of a thirty-year old spouse.

There is a persistent, dangerous myth in our community that teen dating violence is somehow “lesser” than adult domestic abuse. We call it “drama.” We call it “high school heartbreak.” We tell ourselves they will “grow out of it.”

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Are you ready for severe weather season?

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•March 11, 2026•

Submitted by IEMA OHS

Thunderstorms, tornadoes, lightning, floods, and power outages are all possible during Illinois’ spring weather season. That is why the Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA OHS) is urging all residents to take steps to prepare during Severe Weather Preparedness Month this March. 

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Obituaries 3-11-2026: James L. Ulrich

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James L. Ulrich

James L. Ulrich, 81, of Taylorville, formerly of Bethany, passed away March 2nd, 2026, at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield. Jim was born in Bar Harbor, Maine. He was the son of John and Wanda Ulrich of Brookfield, Illinois.


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Obituaries 3-11-2026: Rebecca Grimes

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Rebecca Grimes

Rebecca Ellen Grimes, 72, of Taylorville, IL, passed away at her residence on Thursday, March 5, 2026. She was born on September 24, 1953, in Decatur, IL, the daughter of Raymond Earnest and Velma Marie (Cecil) Ray. She married John Grimes and they later divorced.

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Obituaries 3-11-2026: Cindy Florey

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Cindy Florey

Cindy Darlene Florey, 66, of Dayton, Indiana, went to be with Jesus at 11:23 p.m. on February 26, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana.

She was born February 10, 1960, in Decatur; the daughter of Tom and Darlene Florey. Cindy was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. She is survived by her son, Cody and Lauren Bragg of Lafayette, Indiana; her cherished grandchildren, Jessica Renfro, Killian Stvartak, Jameson Stvartak, Ellie Bragg, Everlie Bragg, and Blake Bragg; and her great-grandchild, Jaxon Stvartak. She is also survived by her siblings, Sharon (Jerry) McDaniel, Randy (Cheryl) Florey, Greg Florey, and Lisa Florey.

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A Look Back…3-11-2026

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One Book One Sullivan members filled the First United Methodist Church community room to discuss the latest community/school-based book selection. Sponsored by the Sullivan Rotary Club, One Book One Sullivan released the new read on November 25th, distributing copies of Michael Vey’s “The Prison of Cell 25” to students and those interested in the community.

To promote safety in the workplace, Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) Director Hugo Chaviano joined employers and employees at the 25th Annual Downstate Illinois Occupational Safety and Health (DIOSH) Day Conference. OSHA, along with many industry groups, sponsored this event to provide expert occupational safety and health management resources for employers of all sizes and industries.

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