Senior Peace Meal
For additional information or for reservations, please call 1-800-543-1770
Monday, May 11 - Sausage and Gravy, Mini Potato Bakers, Warm Fruit Compote, Biscuits, Fruit Juice
Tuesday, May 12 - Taco Salad w/Meat, Cheese, Beans, Lettuce, Tomato, Sour Cream & Taco Sauce, Sliced Peaches, Taco Chips, Pudding
Wednesday, May 13 - Pepper Beef over Brown Rice, Peas and Carrots, Warm Cinnamon Baked Apples, Whole Grain Wheat, Fresh Fruit
Thursday, May 14 - Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes w/Gravy, Breaded Tomatoes, Dinner Roll, Mandarin Oranges
Friday, May 15 - Roasted Pork Loin, Baked Beans, Sicilian Veggie Mix, Apricots, Whole Grain Wheat, Graham Crackers
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Lake Land College Celebrates Virtual Commencement Ceremony
•May 6, 2020•
Lake Land College is pleased to announce it will be honoring graduates at the first-ever Lake Land College Virtual Commencement Ceremony on June 18, 2020 at 6 p.m.
Graduates will soon receive a Laker Grad Pack in the mail with celebratory gifts from the college and Alumni Association, as well as a cap, tassel and diploma cover.
Information on how graduates can upload photos and name pronunciation to participate in the virtual ceremony will be shared via Lake Land College email addresses as well as on the website and social media. Graduates are asked to take note of the deadlines which are May 26 for the phonetic submission and June 5 for the registration and photo submission. Read More
Food Pantry Donation
Photo by Mike Brothers
Food Pantry Donation
Moultrie County Clerk Georgia England (right) was honored to present Norma Piper, a volunteer at the CEFS Moultrie County Food Pantry with a $500 check given by the county clerk’s recording vendor. Fidlar Technologies owners Ernie Riggen and Dave Steil stated they understand the responsibilities of the Recorder’s offices and the necessity to keep functioning during the challenges presented during the Coronavirus crisis. “In these trying times, we believe it’s important to give back and support the communities who are so vital to our customers. In the end, your communities are also part of our communities. We encourage you to promote and share with them everything that your office has accomplished.” Filar owners stated as they offered $500 to the charity of the Recorder’s choice.
Moultrie Moment of the Week
This is an incredible photo of history being made in our county. The year was 1918. The Chicago & Central IL rail road had just completed the new concrete trestle that spanned the Okaw south of Kirksville. It had been built to replace the iron bridge seen behind it. The iron bridge had been built in 1892. Please submit photos to the News Progress for future consideration. Originals will be saved for return or forwarded to Moultrie County Historical Society. If you have any other information, please contact the Moultrie County Historical Society at 217-728- 4085.
News Release: Moultrie County Health Department Announces More Confirmed COVID-19 Cases
•May 6, 2020•
The Moultrie County Health Department (MCHD) announces their sixth and seventh confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus-2019 (COVID-19). The patients are a male and a female in their 70s who are hospitalized. Public health officials are contacting and verifying all close contacts. To date, 116 Moultrie County residents have been tested for COVID-19. Of those tests, 107 tests were negative for coronavirus, and two are still pending.
As the spread of this virus continues, the MCHD cautions all individuals to consider themselves at risk for exposure. “As stay at home restrictions begin to relax within our communities and state-to-state, it is important to remember that hand washing, keeping a physical distance of six feet from others, avoiding large crowds, wearing a mask in public and isolating yourself from others while you are ill are still the best ways to protect yourself, your family and to help stop the spread of this virus,” said Angela Hogan, Administrator for the Moultrie County Health Department. Symptoms associated with COVID-19 include fever, fatigue, a dry cough, repeated shaking with chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat and loss of smell or taste. Individuals should immediately seek medical attention if experiencing difficulty breathing, shortness of breath, confusion, persistent pain or pressure in the chest, or a bluish color in the lips or face. If an individual is ill with symptoms associated with coronavirus and needs medical or emergency care, they should notify their physician or emergency medical service providers of their symptoms prior to arrival. For more information on the Moultrie County Health Department’s news, events and services, please visit www.moultriehealth.org and follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/moultriecountyhealth.
Contact: Glenda Plunkett
Public Health Services Coordinator
Glenda@moultriehealth.org
Recent Obituaried: Jimmie Kite
Jimmie Kite
Jimmie J. “Jim” Kite, 73, of Shelbyville, IL, passed away at 10:15 a.m. on Tuesday, April 28, 2020 in Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center.
A private family graveside service will be held on Sunday, May 3, 2020 in Glenwood Cemetery, Shelbyville, IL. Extended family and friends are invited to pay their respects by parking along one of Jim’s walking routes, over the dam and through Forest Park, from 1:45 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, as the procession passes through en route to the private family burial. Please park in permitted parking spots along the route and turn your headlights on to show your support to the family. Memorials may be given to the General Dacey Trail in care of the funeral home. Arrangements are by Howe and Yockey Funeral Home, Shelbyville, IL.
Jim was born on November 14, 1946, in Shelbyville, IL, the son of Vera May (Grove) and Charles Worsley “Joe” Kite. He attended and graduated from Sullivan High School in the Class of 1964. Following high school, Jim went to work for Community Industries in Sullivan, IL. Jim then entered the United States Army, serving in Germany during the Vietnam War. He returned to work in Sullivan in 1968 and retired from Agri-Fab in 2008. He married Aveleah Ann Doty on June 7, 1969 and she preceded him in death on February 10, 2008. Jim enjoyed playing chess, working puzzles, walking around the park and lake, bike riding, fishing, gardening and anything outdoors.
Jim is survived by his sons, Mark Kite (Ashley) of Shelbyville, IL, and Brent Kite (Sarah) of Mattoon, IL; daughters, Sarah Edwards of Westervelt, IL, Rachel Kite of Charleston, IL, and Dani Frey of Shelbyville, IL; 11 grandchildren, Samuel Kite, Brandon, Katelynn, Hannah & Timothy Edwards, Dakota, Dominick, and Brooklynn Hensley, Kambrie Kite, and Skyler and Haiven Rohr ; 3 great-grandchildren, Braydon Edwards, Octavia “Tavi” Kite, and Grace Rohr.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and wife, Aveleah.
A special thank you to the staff at Sarah Bush and the Shelby County Health Department for the love and care they showed during this difficult time.
Send condolences online at www.howeandyockey.com
Menu 4-29-2020
Senior Peace Meal
For additional information or for reservations, please call 1-800-543-1770
Monday, May 4 - Swiss Beef Pattie, Ranch Potatoes, Midori Blend Veggies, Whole Grain Wheat, Mandarin Oranges
Tuesday, May 5 - Creamed Chicken w/Green Onion & Pimento, Italian Green Beans, Biscuits, Sliced Pineapple
Wednesday, May 6 - Ham Loaf, Frosted Sweet Potatoes, Seasoned Peas, Gelatin w/Fruit, Rye Bread, Oatmeal Cookie w/Raisins
Thursday, May 7 - Mostacioli w/Meat Sauce, Romaine Salad w/Dressing Pkt. , Mixed Vegetables, Dinner Roll, Fruit Juice
Friday May 8 - Swedish Meatballs, Mashed Potatoes, Spinach, Whole Grain Wheat, Fruit Pie
Obituaries 4-29-2020: John Carnes
John Carnes
John Marshall Carnes, age 87, of Sycamore, passed away quietly into the arms of his Savior, Friday, April 17, 2020.
He was born December 20, 1932 in Sullivan, IL, to proud parents Walter and Hallie (Decker) Carnes.
John grew up in Sullivan and graduated from Sullivan High School with the class of 1951. John developed a strong work ethic, starting at age 8 as a newspaper delivery boy. John was known for his athleticism and made a name for himself in almost every school sport in middle and high school. During high school, he joined the National Guard but didn’t actively serve in the U.S. Army until the Korean War where he served stateside. Read More
Empty Fields
Dronography by R.R. Best
Empty Fields
Victory Field in Sullivan is empty. In an effort to honor the Sullivan High School Class of 2020 the lights were turned on the football field and over the ball diamonds Friday, April 23. Schools have been closed since March and commencement exercises enter unknown territory this year.
Moultrie County Manufacturers Take Steps for Safer Work Places During Health Crisis
•April 29, 2020•
By Mike Brothers
Mid State Tank of Sullivan is one of three manufacturers in Moultrie County essential to the agriculture industry.
The pressure to keep production going and employees safe has been a challenge for the makers of stainless steel and aluminum tanks.
That challenge was met with early prevention measures, paying close attention to the customer’s needs which has resulted in Mid State continuing to operate on a regular schedule.
General manager Kevin Conlin explained there is no standard for how to deal with Covid-19 virus threat, but measures taken in the beginning have helped keep Mid State’s employees healthy and working.
In the process of preparing the company’s three month forecast Mid State was evaluating customer needs as well as supplier schedules when the stay at home order was issued. Read More