•February 12, 2025•
The Bethany senior citizens potluck will be held on Wednesday, February 19 at the Bethany Library at 11 a.m. Ham & beans and cornbread will be furnished. Everyone welcome.
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Adult Prom
•February 12, 2025•
Mark your calendars, get those dresses and prepare to have a great time all while raising awareness and supporting Down Syndrome Diagnosis Network. The Sullivan Adult Prom will be held March 29 at the Sullivan American Legion. The theme chosen for this year is Casino Night.
All proceeds go to the Down Syndrome Diagnosis Network. Message facebook.com/MCDownSyndromeAware for tickets. Brought to you by the Moultrie County Down Syndrome Awreness Committee.
Win Expo/Vendor Fair
•February 12, 2025•
The Sullivan American Legion Auxiliary is hosting their annual Wine Expo/Vendor Fair fundraiser on Sunday Feb. 16th from 1-4 at the Sullivan Legion.
There will be four wineries in attendance offering wine tasting and a variety of vendors. In addition, there will be some very talented artisans offering their works as well as boutiques, direct sales and cookies. Food will be available for purchase provided by the American Legion.
Entrance fee is $5 which includes wine tasting.
Calendar of events
•February 5, 2025•
Mid-Illinois Senior Services, Inc. February calendar of events
February 5: 1:00 hand and foot cards
February 6: 10:00 exercise class, 12:00 birthday party, 12:30 bingo with Abcor Health, Inc.
February 7: 1:00 pool tourney
February 10: 1:30 t-shirt quilt class with Barb (call to sign up-217-728-8521)
February 11: 10:00 exercise class, 1:00 rock painting
February 12: 1:00 hand and foot cards
February 13: 10:00 exercise class
February 14: Valentine’s Day dance-12:00 refreshments, 12:30 Entertainment by One Duo - Door prizes (must be present), 1:00 pool tourney
February 17: Happy President’s Day. Closed.
February 18: 10:00 exercise class, 1:00 rock painting
February 19: 1:00 hand and foot cards, 9:00 - 12:00 SHIP services with Tawnya at the Lovington Library
February 20: 10:00 exercise class, 10:00-2:00 DMV at the library
February 21: 1:00 pool tourney
February 24: 1:00 WitFit presented by Cheri Burcham of U of I Extension Office
February 25: 10:00 exercise class, 1:00 rock painting
February 26: 1:00 hand and foot cards
February 27: 10:00 exercise class
February 28: 1:00 pool tourney
Peace Meal Menu
February 6: Taco Salad with Meat, Lettuce, Spinach, Beans And Tomatoes, Fruit, Whole Grain Chips, Salsa, Kitchen’s Choice Dessert
February 7: Southern Breaded Fish, Baked Beans, Corn, Sour Cream, Cucumbers, Bun
February 10: Shredded BBQ Chicken Sandwich, German Potato Salad, Scandinavian Veggies, Cinnamon Applesauce, Bun
February 11: Chili Mac, Brussels Sprouts, Cauliflower, Watergate Salad
February 12: Country Fried Steak, Mashed Potatoes with White Gravy, Green Beans, Broccoli Salad, Bread or Roll
February 13: Stuffed Chicken Breast, Delmonico Potatoes, Venetian Blend, Fruit, Bread or Roll
February 14: Tuna Salad, Potato Soup, Tangy Coleslaw, Tropical Fruit Salad, Bun
February 17: Ham and Beans, Copper Carrots, Mixed Fruit, Cornbread, Kitchen’s Choice Dessert
February 18: Pizza Mac Casserole, Corn, Spiced Apples, Kidney Bean, Salad
February 19: Meatloaf, Ranch Mashed Potatoes, Peas and Pearl Onions, Fruit, Bread or Roll
February 20: Mushroom Crusted Chicken Breast, Baby Bakers, Stewed Tomatoes, Fruit Pudding, Salad, Bread or Roll
February 21: Vegetable Lasagna, California Blend, Fruit Crisp, Romaine Salad
February 24: Stuffed Green Peppers, Buttered Hominy, Carrots, Raisins or Craisins
February 25: Fried Chicken , Hash Brown Casserole, Green Beans, Cherry Fluff, Bread or Roll
February 26: Pulled Pork with Mac And Cheese, Beets, Breaded Tomatoes, Hot Fruit Compote
February 27: Roast Beef, Mashed Potatoes with Brown Gravy, Green Bean Casserole, Coleslaw, Bread or Roll
February 28: Veggie Burger, Malibu Vegetables, Black-Eyed Pea Salad, Fruit or Salad, Bun
“Tiaras & Ties”
•February 5, 2025•
Sullivan Dance Studio is hosting “Tiaras & Ties” on Saturday, February 15th, from 5:45-7:30 p.m. at Building 1225. This event is recommended for princesses aged 3 & up accompanied by their special guy. Dancing, a photographer, crafts, and refreshments are part of the fun.
A VIP Experience is available, including a catered dinner, a princess gift, a VIP dessert, early entry seating, and more. VIP registration closes on February 5th. VIP experience doors open at 4:45 p.m., and general admission doors open at 5:45 p.m.
Register online at www.sullivan5678.com/tiaras-ties. For more information or questions,
contact the dance studio at 217-728-9111
Project HELP
•February 5, 2025•
The Okaw Valley School District and the Project HELP Preschool program will be offering free developmental screenings to provide parents an opportunity to discover how their child is developing in the areas of speech, language, concepts and motor skills. Vision and hearing screenings will also be provided free of charge.
For an appointment for the March 13 and 14 screenings call Tracy Ryherd at 217-665-3541. The screenings will take place at First Christian Church, 312 W. South Water in Bethany.
Basket Bingo
•January 29, 2025•
To raise funds for the 2025 Prom, the SHS Prom Committee will be hosting Bingo, including prizes, raffle, silent auction and a bake sale along with food and drinks available.
The Basket Bingo will be held on February 21st in the high school commons. Doors for the event open at 5:30, game will begin at 6:30. Tickets for Bingo are $15 if bought by February 17th and $20 at the door.
To purchase tickets contact a prom committee member or Marsha Kirby at kirbym@sullivan.k12.il.us.
SHS honor roll
•January 29, 2025•
Straight A honor roll Senior: Mason J. Booker, Addison A. Brush, Zoe M. Conlin, Olivia L Cordes, Hannah N. Creek, Anderson D. Crouse, Cameron M. Crowe, Shaelyn A. Ellis, Elise R. Fleming, Madison N. Flexser, Katilyn G. Kirby, Curtis A. Kite, Rhett J. Lehman, Taylar L. Mercer, Simon A. Parri, Hayden, M. Righter, Addison N. Stollard, Mayci J. Strauf, Sarina E. Voegel, Camden E. Watkins, Tabitha A. Webb, Novalyn Woods and Kenadi E. Wyrozumski.
Juniors: Riane N.L. Bear, Emily G. Crosier, Mae J. Dawkins, Logan I. Fleener, Josie L. Herschberger, Johnathan C. Iacobazzi, Wilma Plank, Eiley G. Poe, Devon M. Richardson, Madilyn R. Shonkwiler, Jnai N. Webb and Kolton J. Wiley.
Sophomores: Grant J. Martin, Julia L. Moody, Emerson J. Risley, Kaylee J. Smith and Gavin E. Wade.
Freshman: Weslee J.C. Allen, Madeline M. Anderson, Madelyn G. Atteberry, Piper C. Conlin, Gavin Finn, Alexander M. Fultz, Rhesa L. Issacs, Brynner E.L. Johnson, William C. Miller and Andrew J. Toner.
High honor roll Seniors: Brooklyn R. Booker, Cooper M. Christensen, Kaden A. Dalponte, Samantha J. Davidson, Isabel M. Donovan, Caysen L. Dringenberg, Lucas W. Floyd, Aian W. Fryman, Linnea R. Graham, Sawyer E. Guynn, Gavin J. Helmuth, Kelsie G. Hodge, Reid D. Holloway, Zayne H. Issacs, Angel M. Miller, Addison K. Minor, Ivan S. Moxley, Lola L. Shonkwiler, Alyssa J. Taylor, Joleigh R.M. Tipsword, Kylie J. Voyles and Claire E. Welch.
Juniors: Danica J. Bell, Lilly J. Bennett, Trent M. Binnion, Kate M. Bushue, Benjamin I.L. Butler, Anyssa E. Coffer, Joshua R. Cremeens, Liam M. Donovan, Cora E. Emel, James E. Feldkamp, Meriem E. Garrett, Aubrey D. Gengerich, Mikaela R. Guest, Jenna L. Herschberger, Mitchell W. Hooten, Zaden W. Hussong, Keylee M. Jean, Mason D. Jungiewicz, Jade M. McKee, Lillian B. Moxley, Marshall D. Robison, Fallon E. Rose, Owen S. Smith, Austin Steinhour, Carson B. Swinford, Brycen D. Wildman, Nevaeh C. Wilson, Drew G. Woolen and Tristan D. Wright.
Sophomores: Noah E. Bryant, Adalyn F. Cruitt, Mya J. Dyer, Addison E. Hullum, Olivia N. Hullum, Gracelynn M. Johnson, Austin J. Kelley, Claire E. Kursell, Kinley E. Lane-Johnson, Ellie G. Lehamn, Jennifer M. Lofland, Tegan A. McRill, Alexis P. Russell, Cadence K.E. Schmohe, Dimitri J. Shrock, Brady N. Stollard, Drayden S. Watkins and Madelyn E. Whitmore.
Freshman: Charles W. Conlin, Grace E. Crothers, Savanna L. Dendy, Gracelynn M. Dovell, Carter W. Honchell, Jett L. Kinder, Kent D. Lehman, Mikenzie L. Mercer, Kuper J. Minor, Miles J. Monroe, Whitney A. Novota, Avery E. Renfro, Daisy A. Richardson, Joanna M.L. Rickelman, Collin C. Shain, Oliver M.K. Shonkwiler, Sophia J.D. Smith, Cy K. Stone, Cali L. Szabo, Carmyn W. Thurston, Bryson M. Wilson, Colt D. Wilson and Ronin Woods.
Honor roll Seniors: Kyannah R. Allen, Deaiden R. Arnold, Maddux L.E. Bassett, Mitchell D. Bennett, Alex E. Cavazos, Jazzlynn M. Coe, Jasmine A. Duncan, Kylee M. Freese, Layla D, Hildebrand, Jackson L. Lancaster, Emily J. Miller, Demarkus J. Moore, Kalvin A.J. Osborn, Kendall M. Penberthy, Xandria D. Smith and Charliegh M. Tripp.
Juniors: Isaiah T. Brown, Joclynn C. Cunningham, Makaela B. Day, Max W. Jamison, Evan M. Loy, Donavan M. Perry, Harmony M. Ray, Laney L. Russell, Caden R. Saul, Gariella L. Sorrell, Aeralyn D. Thrasher and Camdin C.L. Waidelich.
Sophomores: Avram J. Bates, Synthea N. Doss, Caleigh E. Dyer, Clark K Fresse, Emma K. Lawrence, Keegan M. Newberry, Infiniti L. Phillips, Jacob E. Poynor, Colin W. Roehrs, Tanner C. Seelow, Nicholas Waggoner and Miracle D.R. Wilson.
Freshman: Joshua E. Bailey, Nathan A. Bishop, Teagan M. Born, Avery L. Casteel, Liam C. Coil, Taevyn R.A. Dixon, David A. Eaton, Jude R.L. Eckel, Lena M. Emel, Ron L. Ferrell, Aceon W. Fryman, Prudence L. Jenkins, Emmersyn M. Jiannoni, Jiawei Ni, Annalinise J. Palmer, Lorelei L.J. Parker, Torreon U. Phillips, River J. Polley, Allyssa T.S. Prahl, Levi P. Risley, Karson L. Robinson, Mali R. Roe, Madyx G. Schwass, Ethan E. Smith, Natalie A. Stinson, Valentina R. Thurston and Maddison E. Walters.
Dine with a Doc
•January 29, 2025•
The Mid-Illinois Senior Services Center is hosting a free lunch with Dr. Andy Kim DC from Stanfield Chiropractic, at the senior center, 113 E Jefferson, in Sullivan on February 4th from 11am to one. During this time attendees can listen and ask the doctor questions, receive door prizes and fellowship with peers.
For more information on Dine with a doc, visit www.dinewithadoc.com or contact Senior Education Ministries at (217)917-4970 or email senioreducationminitries@yahoo.com. To reserve a spot for the lunch call the Mid-Illinois Senior Services center at (217)728-8521.
Windsor honor rolls
•January 22, 2025•
7th Grade Honor Roll: Baymen Dyer, Jocelyn French
7th Grade High Honors: Rihanna Baker, Kailynn Burley, Addisyn Clark, Jeslyn Kemper, Dayton Montgomery, Alma Peadro, Briley Rincker, Emery Voris, Laura Will
8th Grade High Honor Roll: Lily Ault, Lila Cramner, Jackson Hartman, Faith Hendrickson, Mathilda Kasey, Addison Montgomery, Arora Rincker, Briar Rincker, Bryce Rincker
9th Grade Honor Roll: Madison Carter, Maxwell Jeffries, Evan Pfeiffer, Ellenor Walker
9th Grade High Honor Roll: Monica Baker, Ellyn Boyer, Bryar Cowger, Owen Figgins, Emma Hickman, Peter Mast, Madison Sears
10th Grade Honor Roll: Elizabeth Cloe, Ryan Harris, Zoey McDaniel
10th Grade High Honor Roll: Ava Ballinger, Brody Barnard, Addilyn Bly, Logan Corrie, Clarissa Johnson, Grace Mast, Paisley Montgomery, Allie Upton
11th Grade Honor Roll: Ryker McDaniel, Olivia Rogers
11th Grade High Honor Roll: Alicia Camacho, Cameron Carey, Annaleise Cowger, Matthew Dennis, Haylee Downs, Alexis Gee, Ethan Goers, Hailey Goers, Tyler Hunter, Leak Kasey, Kyra Kitch, Bailey Owens, Landon Postlewait, Seth Rincker, Payton Shupe, Branson Tingley, Patton Voris
12th Grade Honor Roll: Karissa Sanders
12th Grade High Honor Roll: Chiara Campanelli, Aubrey Carter, Luke Dispennett, Anthony Harris, Rylan Rincker, Josephine Roberts, Avery Starwalt, Halle Wright