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Homecoming Chili Supper

News Progress Posted on September 25, 2019 by webmasterSeptember 25, 2019

•September 25, 2019•

The annual Homecoming Chili Supper, sponsored by the Sullivan Women’s Civic Club is Friday, Oct. 4 at the Sullivan American Legion Post #68.
This annual fund raising event’s proceeds go to the club’s Sullivan High School scholarship.
Serving begins at 4:30 p.m. and continues through 7:00 p.m. In addition to the chili supper SWCC will half hold a 50/50 Raffle.
The menu choices include: Chili or potato soup, hot dog, dessert and drink; chili or potato soup, dessert and drink; or hot dog dessert and drink.

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Chicken Fry at Christian Church

News Progress Posted on September 18, 2019 by webmasterSeptember 18, 2019

•September 18, 2019•

The annual Lovington Christian Church chicken fry will be held Saturday, September 21 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Church.

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SHS HC Parade

News Progress Posted on September 18, 2019 by webmasterSeptember 18, 2019

•September 18, 2019•

The students of Sullivan High School are extending an invitation to join them in the annual homecoming parade.
The theme for the floats is decades, as each class float will have a different decade for their theme.
The parade steps off at 4 p.m. October 4.

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Drive to Help Christ’s Pantry

News Progress Posted on September 18, 2019 by webmasterSeptember 18, 2019

•September 18, 2019•

Lovington area residents are given a chance to participate in a food drive on Saturday, October 5.
The Food and Cash Drive benefits Christ’s Pantry and will be held in the middle of Lovington from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m. Oct. 5.
Food and monetary donations may be taken to the Lovington American Legion prior to the event. Hours are from Mon-Sat. and at 1:00 p.m. Sundays.
Donations may also be mailed to Christ’s Pantry c/o Sparrows at P.O. Box 742, Lovington, IL 61937.
For more information call Barry at 217/433-6123.

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SAL District Meets at CG

News Progress Posted on September 18, 2019 by webmasterSeptember 18, 2019

•September 18, 2019•

The 2019 19th District Fall Executive Committee of the Illinois, Sons of The American Legion, will meet at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, September 29, 2019, at American Legion Post # 117, 220 W Wait St, Cerro Gordo, IL 61818, 217-763-6653.
The Fall Executive Committee Meeting of the 4th Division of the Illinois, Sons of The American Legion, will meet at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, October 20, 2019, at the Rantoul American Legion Post # 287, 1132 N Century Blvd, Rantoul, Illinois, 61866, 217-893-3401. (Please RSVP at filup54@gmail.com for lunch)
As official meetings of the 4th Division & 19th District, any Division or District business may be considered.
Squadron Officers and members, as well as American Legion & Auxiliary members, are welcome to attend.
Please bring any membership cards, Officer Certifications for the year, and any Squadron Consolidated Report Forms that you have as well.

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Show Choirs Red Carpet

News Progress Posted on September 18, 2019 by webmasterSeptember 18, 2019

•September 18, 2019•

The Sullivan show choirs will present: The Red Carpet Revue at the Sullivan High School.
The Red Carpet Revue is held at 7: 00 p.m. Friday, Sept. 27 and again at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 29.
Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the door or online @ sullivansingers.org

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Walk to End Alzheimers

News Progress Posted on September 11, 2019 by webmasterSeptember 11, 2019

•September 11, 2019•

The seventh annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s is Saturday, Sept. 14 at the Sullivan V.F.W. located on Route 32 south of Sullivan.
Eastview Terrace of Sullivan, a Petersen Healthcare facility, coordinates the annual benefit with all proceeds donated to the National Alzheimer’s Association.
There is a huge live auction with auctioneer Andy Black starting at 7 p.m. and a silent auction as well.
A gun raffle for a Henry Big Boy Silver Lever .357 magnum, .38 special w 20” barrel will be held.
Ten Seventy DJ will rock the house following the auction.
A car show, bake sale, 50/50 Raffle, T-shirts and dinner specials are included.

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Honor Blood Drive at Post 68

News Progress Posted on September 11, 2019 by webmasterSeptember 11, 2019

•September 11, 2019•

The American Red Cross and the Sullivan American Legion will host an honor blood drive for River Helmuth, the daughter of Tony and Stephanie Helmuth.
River has endured many health problems, surgeries and blood transfusions in her short four year life.
The blood drive will start at 8 a.m. on the 14th and continue to 2 p.m. at the Sullivan American Legion. The American Red Cross is asking all who can donate and give, as blood supplies are critically low at this season.
To make an appointment call Drive Coordinator, Jeri Davis at 217-273-9456 or go to redcrossblood.org to schedule your appointment.
Walk-ins are welcome; however ,having an appointment decreases donor wait time and ensures adequate Red Cross staffing.

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Harvest Field Market

News Progress Posted on September 11, 2019 by webmasterSeptember 11, 2019

•September 11, 2019•

Buxton’s Garden Farm west of Sullivan on Hwy. 121 is holding Harvest Field Market from 9 a.m. through 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28.
During the all day event pick out a pumpkin and enjoy vendor offerings that include crafts, home decor and more. Food trucks will be on hand, and the kids will have a bounce house as well as additional activities.

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Findlay Enterprise is on the Web

News Progress Posted on September 11, 2019 by webmasterSeptember 11, 2019

•September 11, 2019•

The Findlay Enterprise has a website thanks to former resident Mike Atkinson from Hanover, Pa.
Atkinson’s efforts to bring the newspaper that circulated in and around Findlay from 1899 through 1986 may be found at thefindlayenterprise.com.
He invites constructive criticism and may be reached at mta2@comcast.net or by calling (717) 655-0035.

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Spring concert



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On Tuesday, April 28th, under the direction of Dr. Ian Kinkley, Band Director, the Sullivan Band Program presented its symphonious Spring Band concert, titled “Evening Escapes,” which showcased the magnificent and diverse talents of the Sullivan 6th, 7th and 8th grade bands, combined with the Sullivan High School Band and Jazz Band. 


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