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Crossing the River
•May 21, 2025•
by Janet Roney
I had always wanted to hike the old Charleston Road that cut across my family farm where I grew up, and that my ancestor had followed into Moultrie County when he first came here from Kentucky in 1853. It was also the trail that Abraham Lincoln had traveled often as he practiced law. Abe had even waved at my great-grandmother when she was a child playing in their yard when he passed by. So, one hot July evening in 1982, we began our adventure…our hike to Mattoon on the Charleston Road.
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End of year scramble while looking to the bright future
•May 21, 2025•
by DM Williamee
Per the minutes and reports of the Sullivan School District’s May 12th school board meeting, it has been an industrious and joyous ending to another successful year for the Sullivan School District. The amount of hard work and excellence put in by teachers, students, families, volunteers, organizations, and staff, as exemplified by the programs and achievements highlighted, reflects a community that cares and puts students first. After the caps are tossed, prom nights end, and children race towards summer, the work begins again for the next year, the new and progressing students, and the infrastructure that holds it all together.
Read MoreMay: Mental Health Awareness Month
“Turn Awareness into Action”
•May 21, 2025•
Mental Health Awareness Month began in the United States in 1949 and was started by Mental Health America (MHA) (then known as the National Association for Mental Health) by presidential proclamation.
The purpose of Mental Health Awareness Month is to raise awareness and educate the public about mental illnesses, such as the 18.1% of Americans who suffer from depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, or bipolar disorder. It is important to educate and raise awareness concerning the realities of living with these conditions, plus share strategies for attaining mental health and wellness. Mental Health Awareness Month also strives to reduce the stigma (negative attitudes and misconceptions) that surrounds mental illnesses.
Read MoreObituaries 5-21-2025: Sabrina McCaughan
Sabrina McCaughan
Sabrina Johnson McCaughan, age 64, of Humboldt, passed away unexpectedly into the arms of Jesus on May 9, 2025 at her residence. “We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord.” II Corinthians 5:8
Read MoreA Look Back…5-21-2025
2015
Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond baseball had their season come to an end at home versus the Purple Riders from Arcola. The first-round regional hosts got an absolute gem from Tyler Schuring, who relieved Ross Ryan after the first inning, but it was not enough. Schuring pitched six innings without allowing an earned run while striking out nine.
Okaw Valley senior night game saw masterful play on the mound by Peyton Hagerman, who had Meridian missing the ball just about all evening long as he and his fellow teammates cruised to a 7-0 victory. One of six seniors went all seven innings.
Okaw Valley High School senior baseball players were celebrated before their contest against Meridian, which they won 7-0. Seniors celebrated were Peyton Hagerman, Tim Jones, Logan Tipsword, Devon Still, Joe Jeffers, and Jay Orris.
Read MoreCassie Yoder and Cass Concepts win top honors
2024 Decatur Regional Chamber Awards
•May 21, 2025•
The 2024 Decatur Regional Chamber of Commerce Awards, held Thursday, May 8, 2025, at the Country Club of Decatur, was a night to celebrate the individuals, businesses, and organizations that fuel progress and purpose in the region. Among the evening’s most celebrated honorees was Cassie J. Yoder, founder and owner of Cass Concepts: Marketing, Media and Events, who was awarded Entrepreneur of the Year. Her agency, celebrating its 20th year, was also named Small Business of the Year.
“To even be finalists alongside legacy businesses like Brinkoetter Realtors and Staley Credit Union was an honor,” said Yoder. “These organizations have served our community for decades, and it means so much to be recognized in such an inspiring company.”
Read MoreThrough Their Eyes
SHS Students receive Holocaust writing awards
•May 21, 2025•
Five Sullivan High School students recently received awards as a part of the annual Through Their Eyes: A Holocaust Art and Writing Contest sponsored by the Holocaust Education Center of the Champaign-Urbana Jewish Federation.
Senior Madison Flexser tied for Best in Show for all art entries and took first place in the high school junior and senior painting and drawing division with her piece entitled “The Silent Tears from History.” Flexser’s Creator’s Statement explained her piece: “My piece is inspired by the story of Dorotka Goldstein born February 1st, 1932, in Warsaw Poland. She was saved by a German as her and her sister were sent to the gas chambers because they thought she had beautiful eyes. Her sister waved goodbye to her, so she wouldn’t go after her. Dorotka is obviously a very strong woman who survived the Holocaust.”
Read MoreLibrary hosting caregiver program
•May 21, 2025•
On Mondays, beginning June 16th through August 11th, from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m., in the Community room at the Marrowbone Public Library in Bethany, the Moultrie County Health Department, in conjunction with Family Service of Champaign County, will be providing, “Caregiver Stress Busting Dementia Program” for family caregivers. This program will have interactive, practical discussions in small groups (up to eight people) and is available at no cost to those caring for family members with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of Dementia.
The “Stress-Busting Program” will provide attendees with stress management techniques, relaxation and coping strategies, and an opportunity to speak with other caregivers having similar experiences. This program was developed at UT Health.
For more information or to register, call the Moultrie County Health Department at (217) 728-4114. The registration deadline is June 9th.
Lovington blood drive
•May 21, 2025•
The Lovington First Christian Church will be sponsoring an American Red Cross Blood Drive on Thursday, May 29th, from 12:00 to 5:30 p.m. at 301 S. County St, Lovington.
Those wishing to donate can pre-register by calling Darlene Barlow at (217) 855-9397 or registering online at Blood.org with the Lovington First Christian Church site. Walk-ins are welcome.