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Windsor HS Scholarship Winners

News Progress Posted on June 9, 2021 by webmasterJune 9, 2021

•June 9, 2021•

Windsor High School held graduation on Sunday, May 23. During the ceremony several scholarships were awarded to graduates.
Windsor/Gays Jr Women’s Club Scholarship: Jessica Rauch, Kimberly Henon, Adilyn McCray, Haley Beck, Trinity Shupe
Garrett Baldrich Post #725 American Legion Scholarship: Candice Colclasure Read More

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Facts for Families: Stress Reduction

News Progress Posted on June 9, 2021 by webmasterJune 9, 2021

•June 9, 2021•
By Cheri Burcham
Family Life Educator

Since we are still acknowledging Mental Health Awareness Month, I wanted to share a little bit about mindful movement. Mindfulness is defined as an awareness that arises through paying attention, on purpose, in the present moment. Practicing mindfulness can happen in many ways including types of breathing, visualization, using our senses, practicing gratitude and even through movement! Mindful movement is an effective way to reduce stress and its physical consequences. When we are moving intentionally, we’re changing the shape of our body which in turn, can impact how we are feeling. I would like to share some simple chair-based moves that can help anyone including children to reduce stress and its negative physical effects: Read More

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2021 Okaw Valley High School Scholarships

News Progress Posted on June 9, 2021 by webmasterJune 9, 2021

•June 9, 2021•
Clarence Bixler American Legion Post #409, Findlay Sons of the American Legion, & Findlay Ladies Auxiliary Scholarship — Carleigh Bobbett & Preston Ozier $500 each
Bethany Sons of the American Legion — Delaney Johnson $1000
Sullivan American Legion Post #68 - Delaney Johnson $1000 per year for 4 years
Stephen A. Baker Scholarship- Ciera Perry $250 Wayne Shoemaker Memorial Scholarship — Ciera Perry $1000 & Preston Ozier $500 Read More

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Remember When? 6-9-2021

News Progress Posted on June 9, 2021 by webmasterJune 9, 2021

25 Years Ago This Week

The Sullivan school board sold Powers School, the now unused elementary school property, at auction for $54,000 to Yoder Farm Drainage. Larry Yoder said that he bought it as an investment. Yoder Farm Drainage previously purchased the old Lowe elementary school.
The effort to find a home for an animal control facility was stymied once again when Moultrie County Board members defeated a motion to purchase Dr. Jason James’ small animal clinic to house it. Read More

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Findlay Farmer’s Market

News Progress Posted on June 9, 2021 by webmasterJune 9, 2021

Photo by Crystal Reed
Farmers Market
A Farmer’s Market and Small Business Fair was held in Findlay this past Saturday on the grounds of the Junction at the Old Country Church. Steffanie Jones had a variety of crocheted items for sale.

Photo by Crystal Reed
Market
Judy Dance with wreaths, a lighthouse and other items that she has made at the Farmers Market and Small Business Fair at the Junction at the Old Country Church in Findlay this past Saturday.

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Cookout At IGA

News Progress Posted on June 9, 2021 by webmasterJune 9, 2021

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Cookout At IGA
Boy Scout Troop 39 had a cookout last weekend during the Sullivan townwide rummage sales. From left to right: Scoutmaster Eric Bettinger, Jacob Bettinger, Jason Fleming, Curtis Kite, Liam Coil and Grant Martin.

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Nursing Students Receive Scholarships

News Progress Posted on June 9, 2021 by webmasterJune 9, 2021

•June 9, 2021•

Lakeview College of Nursing in Danville and Charleston, awarded numerous scholarships for the Summer 2021 semester. Deanna Braden of Sullivan received the LCN Board of Directors Scholarship honoring Pam Taylor and Whitney Miller of Sullivan received the LCN Board Scholarship honoring Karen Schildt.

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Chamber Bucks Available

News Progress Posted on June 9, 2021 by webmasterJune 9, 2021

•June 9, 2021•

Sullivan Chamber and Economic Development Chamber Bucks are now available for purchase at southVine/Astoria Product retail location at 101 E. Jefferson Street in Sullivan.Chamber bucks can be used as cash in any participating SCED member locations. Visit www.sullivanchamber.com for a members list.

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Menu 6-9-2021

News Progress Posted on June 9, 2021 by webmasterJune 9, 2021

Senior Peace Meal

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

June 14 - Pork Chop in Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Broccoli, Whole Grain Wheat, Whole Grain Fruit Bar
June 15 - Stuffed Chicken Breast, Scalloped Potatoes, Spinach, Whole Grain Wheat, Pears
June 16 - Ham and Beans, Pickled Beets, Cornbread, Peaches
June 17 - Turkey Tetrazzini, Sweet Cinnamon Carrots, Italian Green Beans, Whole Grain Wheat, Pineapple Slices
June 18 - Focaccia Chicken, Twice Baked Potato Casserole, Corn, Texas Toast, Fresh Fruit

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Sullivan Boys’ Track Wins Last Home Meet Of Season

News Progress Posted on June 2, 2021 by webmasterJune 2, 2021

•June 2, 2021•
by Jason Brown
NP Sports

The Sullivan boys’ track and field team won its last home meet of the season by defeating Shelbyville, Warrensburg-Latham and St. Teresa in Sullivan.
Sullivan scored a meet best 79.5, which was only three points better than second-place finisher Shelbyville. Warrensburg-Latham took third with 60 points and St. Teresa placed last with 47 points.
Sullivan had a three first place winners, including Davis Diepholz, Terence McRill, Jayden Troxell and a relay team.
Diepholz ran the 3,200 meters in 13:17.54, and Terence McRill long jumped 6.06 meters.
Troxell tossed the shot put a personal-best distance of 11.24 meters. Read More

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