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OV Schools Host Veterans

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•October 18, 2017•

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  Friday, November 10.

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 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.

The school district would be honored for the public to join us to pay tribute to all the brave men and women who have admirably served our country.

Those able to attend should call 665-3232 for a reservation.

Sullivan Safe Trick or Treat 

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•October 11, 2017•

Tuesday, October 31st 4:00-6:00pm is the Sullivan Chamber & Economic Development’s Safe Trick or Treat!

Please sign-up by October 19th by responding to this email or completing attached form.

Adults will receive treats too, limited to the first 100 adults!  Send your 100 treats for the adults (coupons, offers, treats) by October 19th!  The bags will be handed out during Safe Trick or Treat!

Questions? Call 217-728-4223 or email director@sullivanchamber.com

Free Senior Rides Offered

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•October 11, 2017•

Central Illinois Public Transit will now offer rides to seniors 60+ at no charge within the county. (donations accepted)

Need to schedule a ride? For more information call 1-855-755-2478.

VFW Voice of Democracy Entry Time

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•October 11, 2017•

Sullivan’s Veterans of Foreign Wars Post is still accepting entries for the 2017-2018 VFW Voice of Democracy and Patriot’s Pen scholarship competitions. The deadline for student entries in both contests is October 31.

The VFW’s scholarship competitions are dedicated to promoting patriotism among America’s youth. Students are asked to submit an essay in response to a question or statement on a subject that encourages them to consider how democratic ideals and principles apply to their lives. Each year the VFW awards more than $3 million in scholarships and awards to middle and high school students who participate in the two competitions.

This year’s Voice of Democracy theme asks students, “American History: Our Hope for the Future”. The Voice of Democracy scholarship competition is an audio-essay competition open to students in grades 9-12. All judging is based on the recorded audio –essay. The national winner will receive a $30,000 scholarship. Prizes are also awarded at Post, District and Department level.

The Patriot’s Pen competition is open to students in grades 6-8. This year students are asked to reflect on the statement, “America’s Gift to My Generation”.  The national winner will receive a $5,000 award. Prizes are awarded at all levels of competition.

Students should submit their entry (along with a completed entry form) to their participating local VFW Post. For further information and entry forms go to www.vfw.org. For questions or assistance contact Illinois VFW Headquarters at vfwil@vfwil.org.

The Widow Sons Hosts Benefit Ride

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•October 11, 2017•

A benefit ride for Michelle Matherly Bushert begins with sign up at the Shamrock in Dalton City at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, October 14.

Hosted by the Masonic Lodge affiliated motorcycle club, The Widow Sons, kickstands go up at noon and all vehicles are encouraged to participate.

Stops include: Legends in Shelbyville, 32 Below in Strasburg, Spanky’s in Mattoon with the Toy Bar in Sullivan completing the run.

Activities include: Scavenger hunt, Masonic Sign Raffle (Masons only), 50/50 raffle, gun raffle, two-half hog raffle, lamb and beef raffle.

For more information contact Marty Gadberry at 217/254-6399.

Medicare Workshop in Lovington

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•October 11, 2017•

SAIL, Soyland Access to Independent Living, will host a workshop introducing the A B C ‘s of  Medicare 4-5:30 p.m. Tuesday, October 17 in the Lovington Public Library.

The presenter is Mervet Adams. The workshop is free; reservations are not required.  For more information call Betty Watkins, SAIL Rural Outreach Coordinator, at 774-4322.

Findlay Legion Meets Goal

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•October 11, 2017•

The Findlay American Legion Auxiliary met its goal of 20 pints of blood at their American Red Cross blood drive held Oct. 4. They not only met the goal, but surpassed it by one pint.  Twenty-three potential donors reported, but only 21 pints were actually collected.

The next blood drive will be held 2-6 p.m. Tuesday, December 5 at the Findlay American Legion Hall.

CEFS Offers Special Trip 

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•October 4, 2017•

Central Illinois Public Transit is in the process of offering special trips for Moultrie County riders.

According to mobility manager Nathan Nichols, the CEFS  trips will leave from Sullivan Elizabeth Titus Memorial Library, and he encourages those interested to sign up while seats are available.

Trip one will be for a much requested trip to Arthur Friday, October 20. Participants will visit Beachy’s, downtown shops and have some homemade food at Yoder’s Kitchen. Additional time is added to each stop for more time to shop.

Departure from the Sullivan Library is at 9:10 a.m. with return arrival at the Sullivan library at 3:10 p.m. Round trip cost is $10 per person.

Depending on the trip there may be a slight cost difference (higher/lower) to cover additional drivers/fuel if the bus is not full.

Other trips may require a minimum number of people or the trip may be cancelled. Call 1-855-755-2478 today.