•October 16, 2019•
The intersection of Rte. 32 and CR800 (Findlay Blacktop) was the scene of a recent fatal traffic accident and a meeting involving the Illinois Dept. of Transportation, state lawmakers and local leaders is set.
Moultrie County Sheriff Chris Sims told the county board solutions for the intersection will be discussed by Dept. of Transportation, along with state and local lawmakers along with law enforcement officials during Oct. 28 and 29th sessions at the MCSO. Read More
•October 16, 2019•
Sullivan Dance Studio’s Competition Dance Team is hosting a “Kid’s BOO BASH” on Friday, October 25 from 6-8 p.m.
Students only in grades Kindergarten through 4th Grade from area schools are invited to attend. A “Mini BOO BASH” will take place on Saturday October 26 from 9-11 a.m. This event is for children ages 2.5 – 5.
Parents or adult helpers are allowed to stay for the “Mini BOO BASH.” Both events will take place at the Sullivan Dance Studio located on the square in Sullivan.
Our “Not-So-Scary-Halloween Parties” will help raise funds for our dancers’ competition and costume fees. Activities at the events include: dance party, themed crafts, games, photo booth, and Halloween snacks. There is a cost and spots are limited.
Register online at www.sullivan5678.com/boobash. Contact the dance studio for more information and questions—217-728-9111.
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Members enjoyed a tour of Allerton Mansion with the tour guide, Steve Burgeer: Marge Overlot, Sue Yarnell, Suzanne Cummins.
•October 16, 2019•
The Moultrie County Retired Teachers Association met on October 2, at the Allerton Park Mansion outside of Monticello, IL. Highlights of the meeting included eight committee reports and an informative update from Ben Guyot, our Region 13 director.
Guyot, Sue Darnell, and Jane McKown will be attending the IRTA Bi-annual State Convention in Springfield on October 14 and 15. President Sue advised everyone to contact Linda Bullock if there is interest in a trip to Europe in 2020.
After the meeting was adjourned and a prayer said, a delicious lunch was enjoyed, prepared by the staff at the mansion.
In lieu of a speaker, tours of the mansion were conducted and information gathered concerning its history. Many thanks were extended to the Lovington committee members for putting the Allerton event together.
Photo by Ellen Ferrera
Sophie enjoys a ride on her new Amtryke.
Heartfelt Gifts from Sullivan area AMBUCS
•October 16, 2019•
By Ellen Ferrera
For the News Progress
AMBUCS (American Business Club) is probably best known for the over 200 ramps they have built in Sullivan in the past four years to make homes wheelchair accessible.
The members will tell you, however, that their 42- year-old Amtrykes program is one that steals their hearts and one of which they are especially proud. This year they will purchase and assemble eight adaptive trykes for children with special needs.
Any adult or child with special needs may request a tryke from AMBUCS. A physical therapist is then always involved to measure the child/adult for perfect fit, to help decide how the bike will be best propelled ( hand, foot or hand and foot). There are all kinds of further adaptations that can be made including seating options and accessories.
Formerly made in China the custom built bikes are now made in the U.S. and shipped to the local chapters where members assemble the bikes.
Trykes cost from $800-$1200 each, depending on adaptations, and are fully funded by AMBUCS through golf outings, donations, raffles and other fundraising activities. This year the Sullivan chapter raised enough to provide eight such bikes. Read More
•October 16, 2019•
By Jason Brown
NP Sports Editor
The Arthur-Lovington-Atwood-Hammond volleyball team spilt a pair of Lincoln Prairie Conference Tournament games this past week.
The Knights lost to Blue Ridge in three sets (23-25, 25-21, 25-16) but defeated Tri-County in two sets.
Against Tri-County, ALAH won both sets 25-19.
Mackenzi Bowles led the team with five kills to go with two digs, and Addi Tinkle added four kills and five digs. Read More
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Jack Martin lead blocks for Billy Fifer (#32) before breaking free for a 40-yard touchdown run.
Playoff Eligble
•October 16, 2019•
By Jason Brown
NP Sports Editor
The Arthur-Lovington-Atwood-Hammond football became playoff eligible with its fifth win of the season by blowing out Sangamon Valley 44-13 in Arthur Friday night.
“The fact that we are playoff eligible means a lot to the school in that it brings some external excitement to the beginning of the school year,” said coach Ryan Jefferson. “To the team and myself, it feels amazing. From November of last year, these guys bought in and they are now seeing their hard work pay off. For me, that is what is important, seeing them be rewarded.”
After a defensive stop, Knight Brady Borntreger handed the ball to Billy Fifer for a 40-yard touchdown with 8:48 left in the first quarter.
ALAH’s defense held again, and after a strong punt return by Ben Carroll, Borntreger again handed off to Fifer for a 36-yard touchdown run.
Aaron Likens was good on both kick attempts to stretch the lead to 14-0 with 4:41 left in the first. Read More
Frank D. McBride
Frank D. McBride, 88, of Edwardsville passed away at 9:40 a.m. Saturday, October 5, 2019 at Aspen Creek in Sullivan.
Celebration of Life services were held from 2-5 p.m. Sunday, October 13 in the Edwardsville Moose Lodge. McMullin-Young Funeral Home in Sullivan and Weber & Rodney Funeral Home in Edwardsville were in charge of arrangements. Read More
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OV Middle School wins Sectionals
The Okaw Valley Middle School Cross Country team won the sectional championship with 58 points at Crowder Park Saturday.
Photo by R.R. Best
Okaw Valley High School Timberwolves senior spiker Paige Coleman bumps the ball with Delaney Johnston in the background.
•October 16, 2019•
By Jason Brown
NP Sports Editor
The Okaw Valley volleyball team made a run to the championship match of the inaugural Lincoln Prairie Conference Tournament, but fell short to Heritage in three sets.
At Kansas High School, the Timberwolves defeated LSA to earn their way to the championship match.
OV lost the first set to Heritage 25-13 but battled back to win the second set 25-21.
The Timberwolves fell in the third set 25-17. Read More
•October 16, 2019•
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By Jason Brown
NP Sports Editor
For the second-straight season, the Sullivan boys’ golf team advanced to the IHSA Class A State Golf Meet.
Sullivan placed third with a score of 337 in the El Paso Sectional Monday to earn a second-straight trip to state.
“We have a great program both boys and girls and it’s because of the athletes willing to do their best and put in the time and effort,” said coach Sullivan Ben Richter. “As a golf coach, I just try to be there as moral support and help guide their decision making.”
Bloomington Central Catholic (307) won the sectional and El Paso-Gridley (329) took second. Read More