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Blues, Brews and BBQ

News Progress Posted on June 5, 2019 by webmasterJune 4, 2019

•June 5, 2019•

Sullivan American Legion is having a Blues, Brews and BBQ night Saturday, June 22.
Pauly’s BBQ is catering dinner at 6 p.m., and the William Marsala Band will play at 7. Advanced tickets only.
To purchase a ticket contact the Sullivan American Legion 217-728-4612 or Tina Bolsen at 217-620-8185.

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Collage of Faith Sings in Lovington

News Progress Posted on June 5, 2019 by webmasterJune 4, 2019

•June 5, 2019•

The Collage of Faith will be singing Southern Gospel music at Lovington First Baptist Church at 6 p.m. June 30. Lovington resident Dennis Garmon is a member of this new gospel group. Admission is free.
Vacation Bible School will be held July 15 thru 19.

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Pizza Fundraiser for Food Pantry

News Progress Posted on June 5, 2019 by webmasterJune 4, 2019

•June 5, 2019•

The Bethany Food Pantry is inviting supporters to enjoy pizza Monday, June 10 at Monical’s Pizza in Sullivan and help support the pantry.
The “Community Day” celebration at Monical’s gives supporters a chance to give back to the community through the Bethany Food Pantry.
Go to www.monicalspizza.com, click fundraising, then Community Day calendar. Then print the flier and dine.
By dining on Monday, June 10 Monical’s will donate 20% of the check to Bethany Food Pantry. For more information call Vicki Osman at 217-620-8274.

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Farmer’s Market On the Square

News Progress Posted on June 5, 2019 by webmasterJune 4, 2019

•June 5, 2019•

Sullivan Farmer’s Market is open from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesdays and 4-7 p.m. Wednesdays.
Farmer’s Market is located on the square in Sullivan and runs through August 19.
Meet local farmers and producers and sample some of the fresh food the region has to offer.
Find Sullivan Illinois Farmer’s Market on FaceBook. Now accepting EBT cards.
Sponsored by Sullivan Illinois Chamber and Economic Development.

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Strasburg Lions Chicken Fry

News Progress Posted on May 29, 2019 by webmasterMay 29, 2019

•May 29, 2019•

The Strasburg Lions Club will hold its annual chicken fry 4:30-7 June 2 at the Strasburg park. On the menu will be fried chicken, potato salad and cole slaw. Proceeds from the chicken fry go towards aiding the hearing and visually impaired, village projects, and park upkeep.

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Friday Return for Lovington Junefest Fish Fry

News Progress Posted on May 29, 2019 by webmasterMay 29, 2019

•May 29, 2019•

The Lovington Community Club will return to a Friday night fish fry this year at the request of the Lovington American Legion. The Community Club’s Junefest Fish Fry and the Lovington Community Fireworks will happen on Friday, June 14 because the Saturday date conflicts with the Legion’s monthly pork chop dinner.
The fish fry starts at 4:30 p.m. offering food, booths and entertainment in Tom Conn Park until 7 p.m.
The entertainment will continue at the field north of the Lovington Grade School until the sparks start flying after sundown.

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Pancakes Served at Spin Event

News Progress Posted on May 29, 2019 by webmasterMay 29, 2019

•May 29, 2019•
Illinois Amish Heritage is offering breakfast at the June 1 event.
As the spinning wheel turns, the history of Illinois Amish heritage is revealed in a Sheep to Clothing event Saturday, June 1, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
New this year will be a pancake breakfast that will be served from 7:00-10:00 a.m. Pancakes, sausage, and traditional Amish liverwurst will be served.
After that, Warren Catering will serve a lunch menu of porkchops, chicken salad, chips, a side, and drinks as well as hot dogs for the kids.

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WHS Class of 2020 Hosts 5K

News Progress Posted on May 29, 2019 by webmasterMay 29, 2019

•May 29, 2019•

The Windsor High School Class of 2020 will be hosting a 5k at the Windsor Harvest Picnic on August 17.
They are seeking sponsors for this event. If you or your business would be interested, please contact Lindsay Floyd (floydl@windsorcusd.org) or Shelly Clotfelter (clotfelters@windsorcusd.org) by August 1st.
If you would like to register for the run, registration forms can be found at http://www.windsor.k12.il.us and click on Junior Senior High School.

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WTIM is Back on the Air

News Progress Posted on May 29, 2019 by webmasterMay 29, 2019

•May 29, 2019•

Newstalk WTIM Sullivan radio station is back on the air after the tower on which they lease space went down during last week’s severe weather.
The Big 870 AM and 107.7 FM stations feature Newstalk WTIM Morning Show with Brad Graven live from the Jackson Family Dealerships in Sullivan every Wednesday 8:40-10:00am.
They are also home of extensive local news, weather and agriculture coverage plus St. Louis Cardinal baseball.

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Findlay Firemen Golf Outing

News Progress Posted on May 22, 2019 by webmasterMay 22, 2019

•May 22, 2019•

The Findlay Firemans Association Golf outing is June 29 at the Eagle Creek Golf Course in Findlay.
Shot gun start is at 8:00 a.m. sharp.
Pauly’s BBQ of Arthur is serving lunch which is included in the package. Registration continues until June 1. Email the Findlay Firemans Asscociation at findlayfireasscociation@gmail.com

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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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