•October 29, 2025•
On Tuesday, November 11th, from 9:45 to 10:30 a.m., all veterans will be served a free brunch in the culinary room (across from the high school gymnasium), Sullivan. RSVP to Jennifer Voegel at voegelj@sullivan.k12.il.us.
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OVHS student council fundraiser
•October 29, 2025•
The Okaw Valley High School student council will host their annual Haunted House fundraiser at the high school on Friday, October 31st and Saturday, November 1st from 6 - 9 p.m. $5 pre-sale tickets can be purchased by contacting a student council member or purchased at the door for $8. Bring the kids for some not-too-spooky fun from 6 to 7 p.m., but beware! The scares get real from 7 - 9 p.m.
Sullivan Halloween parade
•October 29, 2025•
On October 31st, with the lineup beginning at 6:00 p.m. on the Sullivan City Square, AMBUCS will be hosting/presenting the ‘Sullivan Halloween Parade’. This event is open to anyone of any age, and promises to be fun for the whole family. Cash prizes can be won, and there will be king-sized candy bars for all participants.
Narcan training at ETML
•October 22, 2025•
On Monday, October 27th, at noon at the Elizabeth Titus Memorial Library, 2 W Water Street in Sullivan, Moultrie County ROSC will be providing Narcan training at no cost. Narcan, also known as Nalaxone, is a life-saving medication used to reverse an opioid overdose. ROSC will be teaching those in attendance how to administer the medication and answer questions. Contact (217) 549-7427, or skylark@hourhouserecovery.org with questions. This event is funded in whole or in part by the Illinois Department of Human Services, Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery.
Bethany Trick or Treat times
•October 22, 2025•
On Saturday, October 25th, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., BASO will be sponsoring the Main Street Trick or Treat event in Bethany. The Town wide Trick or Treat will be held on Friday, October 31st, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
OVSD Veterans Day event
•October 22, 2025•
Okaw Valley Community Unit School District invites all Veterans and their family members to a Veterans Day program at Okaw Valley High School in Bethany on Tuesday, November 11th. A breakfast will be provided to all who attend, beginning at 8:15 a.m. in the cafeteria, and a short assembly will follow at 9:15 a.m. The assembly will feature the Okaw Valley School District band and chorus students, and a keynote speaker.
The students and staff at Okaw Valley thank all Veterans for their acts of courage and devotion to the ideals that have served to guide our nation. We would be honored if you could join us to pay tribute to all the brave men and women who have admirably served our country. If you will be able to attend, please call (217) 665-3232 for a reservation.
‘Holiday Market’ November 1st
•October 15, 2025•
On November 1st from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., the First Christian Church of Sullivan will hold a ‘Holiday Market’ at 1357 CR 1200 East in Sullivan. Coffee hour will be from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m., with a lunch café from 11:00 to 1:00 p.m. (carry out available). The market offers a ‘pick a prize’ drawing, barn quilt raffle, jewelry boutique, bountiful bakery, Christmas shoppe, and a crafters and quilters corner. All proceeds to benefit Moultrie County Food Pantry, SES Weekend Food Bag program, Sullivan AMBUBCS, and the Sullivan Area Ministerial Association.
Share your family favorite recipes
•October 15, 2025•
It’s that time of year again - we are asking for readers to submit their favorite recipe for our annual “Family Favorites” cookbook publication. Whether it’s an old family favorite passed down through generations, a recipe you created yourself when being creative, or something new that you love, we are interested in what tickles your palate and brings you joy to put on the table.
The “Family Favorites” cookbook will be published in November.
Please submit your recipes to rtipsword@newsprogress.com.
Lovington First Church of God
•October 15, 2025•
New Pastor Jeremy Harminson begins serving the congregation at Lovington First Church of God this Sunday, October 19th. Service begins at 10:00 a.m. Everyone is invited to attend.
Halloween in Findlay
•October 15, 2025•
On October 31st, there will be two ways to celebrate Halloween in Findlay. A ‘Trunk or Treat’ will be held from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the parking lot south of the Methodist church, hosted by Findlay’s L.A.K.E group. A ‘Halloween Supper’ will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Clarence Bixler Legion Post #409, with costume judging held at 7:00 p.m. Businesses are encouraged to participate.