•April 26, 2017•

The Lovington Fireworks Committee will add lots of sparkle to the Community Club’s annual fish fry.

Hunter Kamm, who wowed onlookers with his fireworks display last summer, suggested the two groups join forces for a special evening of food, entertainment and fireworks Friday, June 16.

”It’s early, I know,” Kamm said, “but it would draw a better crowd, I believe, being on the same day as the fish fry.”

Community Club members agreed.

The fish fry starts at 4:30 p.m., offering food and entertainment in Tom Conn Park until 7 p.m.

The entertainment will continue at the field north of Lovington Grade School until the sparks start flying after sundown.

Anyone wishing to help with the fish fry for an hour or two may contact Carol Smith or James Caudle.

•April 26, 2017•

Sullivan Preschool open house is 6:30-8 p.m. Friday, April 28.

Located at 10 Hawthorne Lane in Sullivan the licensed child care facility serves children ages six weeks to 10 years old.

The April 28 open house is an excellent time to visit the center and meet the staff.

This year’s theme is “Outer Space”. Children’s art work will be displayed and refreshments provided.

Sullivan Preschool is now enrolling children for its summer program which begins Monday, May 29.

“Kid’s Club” for school-age children is provided for children finishing kindergarten through 10 years old.

For more information visit us at www.sullivanpreschool.org Like us on Facebook.

•April 26, 2017•

Moultrie County State’s Attorney Jeremy Richey will seek the Republican nomination for the resident circuit judge position for Moultrie County that is up for election in 2018 due to the retirement of Dan Flannell.

The primary election will be held March 20, 2018.

Richey is currently serving his second term as Moultrie County State’s Attorney. Richey resides in Moultrie County with his wife and son.

•April 19, 2017•

Sullivan Civic Center Triathlon will be held Saturday, April 29 .

With the 3.1 mile run kicking off the event at 9 a.m. triathletes will compete in a 13 mile bike ride and 400 meter indoor pool swim to complete the fun.

Individual age divisions include 19 and under, 20-24, 24-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 44-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60+ and Clydesdale (men 220 lbs+), Athena (women 165 lbs+). Team divisions are (two or three members) male, female and co-ed.

For more information email Athletic Promotions: Athleticpromotions2016@gmail.com or sign up at www.active.com/Sullivan-il/triathlon/races/sullivan-civic-center-triathlon-2017

The Sullivan Civic Center is located at 600 N. Washington St.

•April 19, 2017•

A special Main Street Makover for Findlay is scheduled for Friday, April 21.

Inspired by school and community cooperation to help spruce up the village, more volunteers are coming forward.

A movement by Shelby County Partners and Shelby County Economic Development Agency is coordinating volunteers and businesses to work together in giving town, cities and villages within Shelby County some tender loving care.

Jody McCormick is the coordinator for Findlay, and she has reached out to Okaw Valley CUSD to help provide volunteers.

“At this time I have at least 25 high school and maybe as many middle school volunteers signed up,” McCormick said.

“Several projects are lined up with local businesses around Findlay with Tailwinds owner Chrissy Grant opening her place to the owners and volunteers for donuts, drinks and lunch.

“We are working hard to make Findlay fabulous!” Mccormick said. “The school district is really stepping up helping this community wide effort.”