•July 8, 2020•
Do you know the site of Abraham Lincoln’s first home in Illinois has gone tech?
There is so much to enjoy when you visit Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park and Memorial. It is a beautiful park that has great trails for hiking, 2 pavilions, playground areas, a canoe launch on the Sangamon River, beautiful trees including a 300-year-old American Basswood that was growing when Abraham Lincoln lived here, and historical markers. Besides enjoying all these interesting sites, you can now learn about each of them by reading QR Codes located throughout the park. Read More
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Obituaries 7-8-2020: Dick Smith
Dick Smith
Richard Allen “Dick” Smith, 82, of Sullivan passed away at 8:55 p.m. Wednesday, July 1, 2020, at Eastview Terrace in Sullivan.
Private family graveside services will be held at Greenhill Cemetery in Sullivan. McMullin-Young Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Read More
Menu 7.8.2020
Senior Peace Meal
For additional information or for reservations, please call 1-800-543-1770
July 13 - Pulled Chicken Sandwich, Macaroni and Cheese w/Peas, Broccoli, Bun, Tropical Fruit
July 14 - Breakfast Casserole, Baby Baker Potatoes, Fruit Juice, Cinnamon Roll, Fresh Fruit
July 15 - Chili Mac w/Beans, Spinach Romaine Salad w/Dressing Pkt., Dinner Roll, Chunky Applesauce
July 16 - Roast Beef in Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Pea/Cauliflower Salad, Dinner Roll, Warm Fruit Crisp
July 17 - Sub Sandwich w/Tomato Slice, Lettuce, and Mayo Pkt., Summer Salad, Bun, Pears, Graham Crackers
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July 20 - Pork Burger Sandwich, Midori Blend Vegetables, Harvard Beets, Bun, Apple slices
July 21 - Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes w/Gravy, Brussels Sprouts, Texas Toast, Water Melon
July 22 - Turkey Salad w/Grapes, Cucumber/Onion Salad, Fruit Cocktail, Dinner Roll, Strawberry Oatmeal Bar
July 23 - Riblet, Seasoned Black-Eyed Peas, Vegetable Pasta Salad, Bun, Warm Fruit Cobbler
July 24 - Beef and Noodles, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Cinnamon Carrots, Whole Grain Wheat (1), Melon Salad
The Beacon’s Annual Fried Pie Sale is Cancelled
•July 8, 2020•
The Moultrie County Beacon annual Fried Pie Sale started with the usual high expectation and supporters came through, however due to the Covid 19 health crisis the sale is cancelled.
This is a major fundraiser for the Beacon, along with the Annual Beacon Benefit, which was also postponed this year.
Fried Pies were to be in production the week of March 16th with delivery to be March 19th.
As you recall, Governor Pritkzer of Illinois announced a statewide public health crisis due to Covid-19 at the same time, so production of pies was halted due to the need to social distance from others. Read More
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Sullivan’s Fourth of July Celebration parade.
People Were Ready for a Real Fourth of July Celebration
•July 8, 2020•
by Mike Brothers
People were ready, and we gave them a real Fourth of July celebration,” parade coordinator Mark Conlin, said of the hourlong Sullivan July 4th parade.
“Hats off to the American Legion for giving us an unbelievable Independence Day celebration,” Mayor Richard Glazebrook said of the Saturday July 4th parade and fireworks display sponsored by Post 68 in Sullivan.
“And I’m proud of the citizens for pitching in to make this a true observation of freedom from the COVID restrictions,” he said, emphasizing people were respectful of distancing during the events.
American Legion Commander Bob Sims praised Boy Scout Troop 39 for stepping up as parade leaders. Read More
Do We Care What God Thinks About Much of Anything?
•July 8, 2020•
By Sarah Hudson Pierce
NP Guest Columnist
As a wake-up call I would like to point out how President Ronald Reagan quoted II Chronicles 7:14 in his 1981 Inaugural address when he said: “If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.”
It seems to me that affluence can deaden our hearts, lessening our dependence upon God?
How long has it been since our nation really cared what God thinks about much of anything? If we don’t take a stand, what can we expect to happen to our country?
We want God to heal our land but let us continue down the same path, to allow us to maintain our lifestyles that we have grown accustomed to, but do we really want to humble ourselves, pray and seek His face and turn from our wicked ways?
We want to be blessed without really caring what God thinks about much of anything. Read More
Obituaries 7-8-2020: Wanda Rankin
Wanda Rankin
Wandalee (Wanda L.) Latch Rankin of Mattoon died around 9:45 a.m. Thursday, July 2, 2020, in Mattoon Rehabilitation and Health Care. Wanda was born September 30, 1926, in rural Shelby County, Illinois to Artie D. and Mabel (Williams) Latch. She married Donald E. Rankin February 21, 1946, at the rural Windsor residence of the Reverend Ira Blythe. Don preceded her in death December 29, 2014. Read More
Get Ready for Pavement Blowouts during Heat Wave
Motorists should remain alert, anticipate slowdowns and temporary work zones
•July 8, 2020•
With extreme heat dominating the forecast, the Illinois Department of Transportation cautioned motorists to be on the lookout for pavement buckling on roads throughout the state.
“One of the hottest weeks of the year means the potential for pavement failures will increase,” said Acting Illinois Transportation Secretary Omer Osman. “At IDOT, we have the necessary staffing and materials in place to make repairs as quickly as possible. We ask the public to stay alert and avoid driving over buckled roads, if possible, while giving our crews plenty of room to work.” Read More
Kindergarten Registration
•July 8, 2020•
Kindergarten registration begins July 21 from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. in the Sullivan Elementary School Cafeteria.
If you have a child who will start Kindergarten this fall, it is time to register. Enroll your student, find out about Sullivan Elementary, meet some SES staff, and get answers to questions you may have.
Please observe COVID 19 Guidelines: Wearing a mask is recommended, Limited to a group of 50 people (please send only one parent/guardian to limit numbers and provide attendance opportunities for all families)
Please do not bring any children.
Social distancing is encouraged.
Please RSVP to Sullivan Elementary School (728-2321), so numbers can be monitored and determination can be made if an additional session should be added for registration of Kindergarten students.