•September 7, 2022•
The football article that ran in the Wednesday, August 31 issue of the News Progress was written by Natalee Hunter. Her byline was unintentionally left out on that article. We regret the error.
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Memory Loss Program
•August 31, 2022•
On Tuesday, September 13 at 6 pm at the Effingham Public Library, Shannon Nosbisch of Effingham Area Alzheimer’s Awareness will talk about memory loss. Information to be shared includes the difference between normal aging, confusion caused by treatable medical conditions and memory loss/cognitive impairment due to Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia. Other topics that will be discussed include how to seek a diagnosis, what to expect at your visit and why it is important to get a diagnosis as soon as possible and what researchers and doctors say is the best way to reduce your chances of developing Alzheimer’s or dementia. To register for this free in person presentation register at effinghamlibrary.org or call 217-342-2464.
Featherling Graduates
•August 31, 2022•
Branden Featherling of Sullivan recently graduated from the South Plains College Law Enforcement Academy. He was the class valedictorian and the recipient of the Top Show Marksmanship Award.
Cruise Night on the Square
•August 31, 2022•
The Sullivan Street Machine Association will hold Cruise Night on the Square in Sullivan on Saturday, September 3 starting at 3 pm. All makes, models and years welcome. There will be live music, free popcorn provided by Boy Scout Troop 39 and dash plaques for the first 100 registered. There will also be a power wheels demo derby for ages 3 to 9 starting at 6 pm. For more information contact 217-460-0826 or 217-273-8487.
Office Closed
•August 31, 2022•
Due to the Labor Day holiday our office will be closed on Monday, September 5. There will be early deadlines for our publications. Early deadlines for the Fish Wrap will be Noon on Thursday, September 1. Early deadlines for the News Progress will be Noon on Friday, September 2.
McLaughlin Named to Dean’s List
•August 24, 2022•
Paige McLaughlin, of Sullivan, was named to the Dean’s List for the spring semester of the 2021-22 academic year at Illinois Wesleyan University. McLaughlin is a junior majoring in English - Writing. McLaughlin was among 743 students from 30 states and 17 countries named to the Spring 2022 Dean’s List. To qualify for the Dean’s List, students must earn a GPA of 3.50 or better during the semester, based on 4.0 for straight As.
Moore Recognized at Boys State
•August 24, 2022•
Brady Moore of Lovington was recently recognized during the American Legion Illinois Premiere Boys State. He was elected President of the Senate and also received the John Lucas Model Citizen Award. Moore attends Arthur-Lovington-Atwood-Hammond High School.
Frederick/Matheson Family Reunion
•August 24, 2022•
The Frederick/Matheson family reunion will be held on Sunday, August 28 at the Sullivan VFW. Doors open at 10 am with a potluck meal at Noon.
Frederick/Matheson Family Reunion
•August 24, 2022•
The Frederick/Matheson family reunion will be held on Sunday, August 28 at the Sullivan VFW. Doors open at 10 am with a potluck meal at Noon.
Cub Scout Join Us Night
•August 24, 2022•
Cub Scout Pack 6039 will have a join us night on Wednesday, August 31 from 6-8 pm at the Scout Cabin on the north end of Wyman Park. They welcome any boys from Sullivan, Bethany (OV) and Lovington in grades kindergarten through 5th grade. They are looking forward to seeing some familiar faces as well as some new ones. They are also looking for volunteers/parents that are willing to help out for their big events, become Den leaders for the different levels and to just be supporters of the Pack. If you can’t make the sign up night due to conflicts, please reach out to your current leader or you may call Eric Bettinger at 217-454-2358 or Melanie Byers at 217-454-0797.