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Memorial Weekend Cruise In

News Progress Posted on May 24, 2023 by webmasterMay 24, 2023

•May 24, 2023•

The Sullivan Street Machine Association will host the Memorial Weekend Cruise In on Saturday, May 27 at 3 pm on the square in Sullivan. There will be a 50/50 drawing and dash plaques. There is no entry fee. This is a fun event, no prizes will be awarded. For more information visit www.facebook.com/sullivansma.

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Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting

News Progress Posted on May 17, 2023 by webmasterMay 17, 2023

•May 17, 2023•

There will be a Zoning Board of Appeal Hearing on Friday, May 19 at 9 am on the third floor in the courtroom at the Moultrie County Courthouse. This is the meeting that will go into record and is the most important to be heard if the public has something to share in regards to the text amendment to the zoning ordinance as it pertains to wind/solar in Moultrie County for HB 4412.

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Take Out Meal Fundraiser

News Progress Posted on May 17, 2023 by webmasterMay 17, 2023

•May 17, 2023•

A pork burger and/or hot dog take out meal will be held at the First Christian Church, Sullivan on Sunday, May 21. Serving will be 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Pull around to the back of the church. Preorders via text is helpful (217) 549-3877. Donations are appreciated to support Sarina Voegel’s Illinois FCCLA State Officer experiences. Voegel is a sophomore at Sullivan High School and has numerous required activities to attend this summer, including the FCCLA National Conference in Denver, Colorado in July. The menu includes Pork Burgers, Hot Dogs, Chips, Dessert & Bottle of Water.

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Fred West Benefit

News Progress Posted on May 17, 2023 by webmasterMay 17, 2023

•May 17, 2023•

A benefit for Fred West will be held on Saturday, May 20 from 6 to 11 am at the Lovington Firehouse. There will be a biscuit and gravy breakfast, silent auction, bake sale and 50/50 drawing. Fred suffered a massive cerebellum stroke. After having a craniotomy. infection etc. he spent 65 days in the hospital. Fred is home and recovering but still has a long way to go towards recovery. All proceeds will go to the family to assist with expenses.

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Retirement Party

News Progress Posted on May 17, 2023 by webmasterMay 17, 2023

•May 17, 2023•

A retirement party for Mark Conlin will be held on Friday, May 19th from 5 - 10pm at the Sullivan American Legion to thank Mark and honor his service. Mark has requested a St. Louis Cardinals themed party to kickoff his new found time for games, so don’t forget to best Red Bird apparel. Mark served the City of Sullivan in the electrical department for 34 years.

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Clayton Makes the Dean’s List

News Progress Posted on May 17, 2023 by webmasterMay 17, 2023

•May 17, 2023•

Dakota Clayton, from Sullivan, was among the students from Lakeview College of Nursing who made the spring Dean’s List. Students who are enrolled in at least 6 credit hours at Lakeview College of Nursing and who achieve a GPA of 3.6 or higher on a 4.0 scale are named to the Dean’s List for the semester. Lakeview College of Nursing offers a bachelor of science in nursing degree. It is a single-purpose, private institution that has specialized in nursing education in the Danville Area since 1894. Lakeview began offering its program in Charleston in the fall of 2001.

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Riven in Concert

News Progress Posted on May 10, 2023 by webmasterMay 10, 2023

•May 10, 2023•

Riven quartet from the St. Louis metro area will be in concert on Saturday, May 13 at 6 pm at Allenville Christian Church, 201 E. Allen Street, Allenville. There will be finger food fellowship following the concert. The concert is free, however a love offering will be received.

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Senior Citizens Potluck

News Progress Posted on May 10, 2023 by webmasterMay 10, 2023

•May 10, 2023•

The Bethany Senior Citizens Potluck will be held on Wednesday, May 17 in the Bethany Library Hospitality Room. Bingo at 10 am and potluck meal at 11 am. Everyone welcome.

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Scavenger Hunt

News Progress Posted on May 10, 2023 by webmasterMay 10, 2023

•May 10, 2023•

The Stolen Key Scavenger Hunt will be held on Saturday, May 20 at 4 pm at Crowder Park in Bethany. Someone has taken the key to the town. We need your help in figuring out who took it and where they’re hiding it. The suspect has left clues around town. Follow the riddles to find each clue and solve the mystery. We heard the police are even offering a cash reward to the first team to catch the suspect. Cost is $5 per person or group of 5 for $20. Price includes hot dog, chips and drink at the park after. Tickets are available at Bethany Village Hall and Marrowbone Public Library. Tickets must be purchased by May 15. Proceeds go towards the Bethany Celebration.

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Lovington Town Cleanup

News Progress Posted on May 10, 2023 by webmasterMay 10, 2023

•May 10, 2023•

Lovington will hold their town cleanup day on Saturday, May 20. There will be 4 roll off dumpsters back by Mechling’s Backhoe off State Street. No batteries, tv’s, appliances, tires, paint-oils or hazardous chemicals. This is for Lovington residents only.

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Moultrie-Douglas Contestants



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New royalty to be crowned
The Moultrie-Douglas County Fair Pageant will be held Monday, July 27th at 6:00 p.m. for Little Miss Fair Queen and 7:00 p.m. for Miss and Junior Miss Fair Queen located at the south track on the Mo-Do Fairgrounds. Vying for the title of Miss Moultrie Douglas Fair Queen are: Abigail Meyer of Tuscola, Addee Mulligan of Arcola, Sarah Rogers of Atwood, Ava Whitson of Tuscola, Addisyn Wilson of Villa Grove, Emma Spillman of Tuscola, Aymara Leal of Arcola and Katilyn Kirby of Sullivan.

Jr Miss Moultrie-Douglas contestants
Vying for the title of Jr Miss Moultrie-Douglas are: Harper Hale of Arthur, Brooklyn Bates of Sullivan, Sofie Reifsteck of Tuscola, Sophia Wilson of Arcola, Miley Rennels of Tuscola, Ava Warren of Sullivan, Tatum Faust of Pesotum, Maggie Meyer of Tuscola and Audrey Warren of Sullivan, pictured 2025 Jr Miss Moultrie-Douglas Quinn Chapman of Villa Grove.
Little Miss Moultrie-Douglas contestants
Vying for the title of Little Miss Moultrie-Douglas are: Everleigh Allen of Tuscola, Emelia Shelmadine of Tuscola, Arabella Butterick of Arthur, Josslyn Leigh Brown of Sullivan, Athalia Juliet Sanchez of Arcola, Myla Ro Oye of Arthur, Sophie Elliott of Sullivan, Rosie Smith of Villa Grove, Tinley Eads of Arthur, Alayna Guadiana of Arcola and Alexandria Brackemyre of Lovington, pictured with 2025 Little Miss Moultrie-Douglas Joslynn Steffens of Tuscola.


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