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Road access closed

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•April 17, 2024•

The road across the main dam at Lake Shelbyville will be closed thru Friday, April 19th and again Monday, April 22nd thru Friday, April 26th. The road will be open for weekend traffic. The closures apply to both vehicle and pedestrian traffic. However, access to the Dam West Overlook area will continue to be open during this time.

These closures are necessary to provide safety for workers and members of the general public while work is being conducted. The closure is a result of a new electric feeder line being installed to the main dam.

The Corps of Engineers recognizes the impact of road closures on the general public and apologizes for any inconveniences it may cause. For additional information, contact the Lake Shelbyville Project Office at (217) 774-3951.

Bethany rummage sales

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•April 17, 2024•

Bethany Village Wide Rummage Sales will be May 2 - 4. Sign up sheets are available at Village Hall, Marrowbone Library and Casey’s. Deadline to be included in News Progress advertisement will be April 22.

Drive-thru dinner

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•April 17, 2024•

The Bethany Fire and Ambulance Department will host a drive-thru dinner on Saturday, April 27 from 4-7 p.m. at the Bethany Firehouse. Smoked pulled pork sandwiches, baked beans, cornbread and chips will be available for $10. No advance ticket is needed and delivery is free for village residents. For delivery call 217-665-3726.

Taco Salad Fundraiser

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•April 17, 2024•

Courtyard Estates of Sullivan will have their annual Taco Salad Fundraiser on Monday, May 6 from 11a.m. to 1 p.m. Order forms are available upon request or to place an order call (217) 728-4300 by April 26. The loaded taco salad is $8 each and are available for carry-out, 20 Courtyard Blvd, Sullivan, or delivery in Sullivan.

Hydrant flush

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•April 17, 2024•

The Sullivan Water Department began flushing fire hydrants on Monday, April 15th. This work will last for approximately one month.

 If your tap water comes out discolored, let it run for a couple of minutes and the discoloration should go away

 For questions, please call the City Building at 728-4383.

Bingo

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•April 10, 2024•

Bingo every Thursday at the Sullivan American Legion hosted by the Sullivan Singers Boosters. Doors open at 5 pm. Regular Bingo starts at 6:30 pm. Food and drinks available for purchase. 

Senior Services calendar of events

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•April 10, 2024•

April 11: 10 a.m. exercise class, 9 a.m. CAS support group @ Arthur Library with Kim Weber

April 12: Pool tourney

April 16: 10 a.m. exercise class, 2:30 p.m. Dementia Friendly Open House at Elizabeth Titus Library

April 17: 1 p.m. Wii bowling

April 18: 10 a.m. exercise class, 12 p.m. Bingo with Sullivan Healthcare

April 19: Pool tourney

April 22: 1 p.m. WitFit with Cheri Burcham from U of I Extension Office

April 23: 10 a.m. exercise class

April 24: 1 p.m. Wii bowling

April 25: 10 a.m. exercise class

April 26: 1 p.m. pool tourney

April 30: 10 a.m. exercise class

Townwide Rummage

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•April 10, 2024•

The Sullivan Townwide Rummage will be held Friday, June 7 and Saturday, June 8. There will be a cookout both days as a fundraiser by the Boy Scouts in the IGA parking lot. Watch the NewsProgress for sign-up forms closer to the date.

Ham & Beans Supper

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•April 10, 2024•

The Dalton City UMC, 200 East Freeland, Dalton City, will hold a Ham & Beans Supper on April 13 from 4:30-7 p.m. Meal includes ham & beans, cornbread, dessert and drink for $8 or hot dog, chips, desserts and drink for $5.