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Run For God at First Christian

News Progress Posted on February 26, 2020 by webmasterFebruary 26, 2020

•February 26, 2020•

Run For God is coming to Sullivan. First Christian Church, 1357 CR 1200E, is proud to announce that it will be hosting the Run For God-5K Challenge on Sunday afternoons.
The Run For God 5K Challenge is an 11-week Bible Study that parallels faith and endurance while training those who have never run to compete in their first 5K. This study is for everyone young and old, experienced or newbie, or runner or walker who desire to become spiritually fit as well physically fit as well.
The Run For God program understands that there are those who can’t or simply choose not to run and that’s perfectly fine, we only desire to get you moving. It is designed for everyone.
For more information check out our website: https://runforgod.com/classes/sullivan-5k-run-for-god
Barry Featheringill and Grant Wade, who will be leading the 5K Challenge at First Christian Church, would like to extend an invitation to everyone that would like to join us on Sunday afternoons at 2:30 pm beginning March 1.

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Breakfast Fundraiser For Family In Need

News Progress Posted on February 19, 2020 by webmasterFebruary 18, 2020

•February 19, 2020•

The First Baptist Church of Sullivan will host a pancake breakfast from 7 - 9 a.m. Saturday, February 22 to provide support for a widow who has experienced the unexpected death of her husband. The funds raised will help defray funeral expenses.
A variety of Amish bakery goods will also be available. Both the breakfast and the bakery goods are by donation only.
The breakfast will take place in Fellowship Hall whose entrance is at the west side of the church at the corners of Harrison and Worth streets. Fellowship Hall is on the lower level and is handicap accessible.
Pastor Mark Bjornbak cordially invites the public to come and share God’s love.

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Sunday Brunch at the Sullivan Legion Post

News Progress Posted on February 19, 2020 by webmasterFebruary 18, 2020

•February 19, 2020•

Sunday brunch is offered from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. February 23 at Sullivan American Legion Post 68.
This special Sunday brunch offers a varied menu including breakfast favorites pancakes, biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs, sausage and bacon, cheesy hash browns plus meatloaf, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, drinks and desserts.
Reservations are encouraged by calling 217/728-4612. First Community Bank is a participating sponsor of the Sunday Brunch.

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First Celebrates Shrove Tuesday

News Progress Posted on February 19, 2020 by webmasterFebruary 18, 2020

•February 19, 2020•

Feb. 25 is the final day of Mardi Gras, known as Shrove Tuesday, and for the sixth consecutive year the Sullivan First Methodist Church is throwing a free party.
Historically Shrove Tuesday is a day to feast on pancakes before the Season of Lent begins on Ash Wednesday.
You are invited to enjoy the music and pancakes from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 25th at the church located across from the Sullivan fire station.
Remember there is no charge! Everything is on us.

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Fried Pies on Sale for Beacon

News Progress Posted on February 19, 2020 by webmasterFebruary 18, 2020

•February 19, 2020•

The Moultrie County Beacon’s annual Fried Pie sales are underway. Orders are due February 28.
Each year thousands of homemade fried pies are sold to support programming for adults with Intellectual Disabilities.
Orders are due to the Moultrie County Beacon in Sullivan by Friday, February 28. Orders may be submitted on the website www.mcbeacon.org, by calling 217.728-7396, faxing 217.728-2217 or mailing to the Beacon at P.O.Box 406, Sullivan 61951.
Due to the high volume, orders will not be processed until payment is received. Payments may be made online with Pay Pal, in person at the Beacon or mailed.
Orders will be ready at the Otto Center in Arthur the morning of Thursday, March 19.
Fried pie orders should be picked up at the Otto Center before 11:00 a.m. and at the Moultrie County Beacon from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Delivery orders will be made to Arthur businesses from 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. March 19.
Sullivan business deliveries are before noon March 19.
Homemade fried pie flavor choices include: lemon, apple, cherry, cherry cream cheese, peach, raisin, raspberry, raspberry cream cheese, sugar free raspberry.
The Moultrie County Beacon has been lighting the way for people with disabilities since 1968.

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Win Meat at Sparrows Tax Day Raffle

News Progress Posted on February 12, 2020 by webmasterFebruary 12, 2020

•February 12, 2020•

The Sparrows Unlimited Tax Day raffle drawing is April 15 at Jerry’s East End in Lovington.
Two blue ticket winners will win a quarter beef (processed) or win a half hog by possessing a tan ticket.
Tickets are available at The Toy Bar in Sullivan, Rusty’s at LaPlace, Jerry’s East End and the Lovington American Legion. Need not be present to win.

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American Legion Hosts Wine Expo

News Progress Posted on February 12, 2020 by webmasterFebruary 12, 2020

•February 12, 2020•

The Sullivan American Legion Post 68 Auxiliary is hosting a Wine Expo and Vendor fair from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 16, 2020.
Held at the Sullivan American Legion, Fox Creek Vineyards and Lasata Wines will be featured wineries.
For a small fee you are invited to shop with the vendors, enjoy a glass of wine and buy a bottle to take home.
Raffle tickets will be available for a chance to win awesome prizes from the wineries and vendors.
The kitchen is open and the Sons of the American Legion are ready to cook.
Enjoy an afternoon of shopping and sipping.

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SHS Hosts Blood Drive

News Progress Posted on February 12, 2020 by webmasterFebruary 12, 2020

•February 12, 2020•

The Sullivan High School Student Council will be hosting their spring blood drive on Wednesday, March 4th from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the high school gymnasium.
Walk-ins are welcome, but you may also schedule your appointment with Mrs. Kirby at kirbym@sullivan.k12.il.us or call the school at 217-728-8311 to leave a message.
The American Red Cross gives a senior student council member a scholarship depending on the number of units received, so please consider giving.

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First Baptist Holds Installation

News Progress Posted on February 12, 2020 by webmasterFebruary 12, 2020

•February 12, 2020•

First Baptist Church in Sullivan is holding installation services Sunday, March 15.
The special event begins with regular church service at 10:00 a.m. followed by potluck at 11:45 a.m. in the fellowship hall.
Installation service is at 2:00 p.m. in the church sanctuary. A reception will follow the installation in the fellowship hall.
You are invited to help celebrate this special occasion with Rev. Mark and Lucy Bjornbak. The First Baptist Church is located at 215 E. Harrison in Sullivan. For more information call 217/552-2581 or email: mark.bjronbak@mediacombb.net

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Coleman Benefit Set

News Progress Posted on February 5, 2020 by webmasterFebruary 5, 2020

•February 5, 2020•

Music by Identity Crisis and the Feudin’ Hillbillies will provide live entertainment for the Jessica Coleman Breast Cancer benefit beginning 2:00 p.m. Sunday, March 22 at the Sullivan V.F.W.
Besides an afternoon filled with music at the Route 32, Sullivan V.F.W. Club, attendees can participate in a silent auction, auction, and 50/50 drawing while enjoying a cash bar and food available from the V.F.W. kitchen.
For more information contact Ronnie George at 217.259-4820.

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Moultrie-Douglas Contestants



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New royalty to be crowned
The Moultrie-Douglas County Fair Pageant will be held Monday, July 27th at 6:00 p.m. for Little Miss Fair Queen and 7:00 p.m. for Miss and Junior Miss Fair Queen located at the south track on the Mo-Do Fairgrounds. Vying for the title of Miss Moultrie Douglas Fair Queen are: Abigail Meyer of Tuscola, Addee Mulligan of Arcola, Sarah Rogers of Atwood, Ava Whitson of Tuscola, Addisyn Wilson of Villa Grove, Emma Spillman of Tuscola, Aymara Leal of Arcola and Katilyn Kirby of Sullivan.

Jr Miss Moultrie-Douglas contestants
Vying for the title of Jr Miss Moultrie-Douglas are: Harper Hale of Arthur, Brooklyn Bates of Sullivan, Sofie Reifsteck of Tuscola, Sophia Wilson of Arcola, Miley Rennels of Tuscola, Ava Warren of Sullivan, Tatum Faust of Pesotum, Maggie Meyer of Tuscola and Audrey Warren of Sullivan, pictured 2025 Jr Miss Moultrie-Douglas Quinn Chapman of Villa Grove.
Little Miss Moultrie-Douglas contestants
Vying for the title of Little Miss Moultrie-Douglas are: Everleigh Allen of Tuscola, Emelia Shelmadine of Tuscola, Arabella Butterick of Arthur, Josslyn Leigh Brown of Sullivan, Athalia Juliet Sanchez of Arcola, Myla Ro Oye of Arthur, Sophie Elliott of Sullivan, Rosie Smith of Villa Grove, Tinley Eads of Arthur, Alayna Guadiana of Arcola and Alexandria Brackemyre of Lovington, pictured with 2025 Little Miss Moultrie-Douglas Joslynn Steffens of Tuscola.


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