•November 10, 2021•
Landry Hall, a junior at Sullivan High School, has been named to 2nd team of the Central Illinois Conference Volleyball All-Conference Teams.
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COVID Vaccine and Booster Clinics
•November 10, 2021•
The Moultrie County Health Department (MCHD), in conjunction with IDPH-IEMA, will host COVID-19 Booster and Vaccine Clinics for the GENERAL PUBLIC beginning Thursday, November 11. Pfizer, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines and boosters will be provided. Pfizer vaccines will also be available for individuals aged 12 years old and older.
Online registration for the first 1,200 appointments began after Monday, Nov. 8.
Clinics will be held at the American Legion, Post #68, 8 East Strain St., Sullivan on the following dates and times:
• Thursday, Nov. 11, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
• Monday, Nov. 15, Noon-6 p.m.
• Wednesday, Nov. 17, Noon – 6 p.m.
All vaccines are provided free of charge. Follow the MCHD at moultriehealth.org or the Moultrie County Health Department Facebook page for additional clinics and information.
McCabe Resigns From Moultrie County Board
•November 3, 2021•
David McCabe resigned his Moultrie County Board seat on the afternoon of Friday, October 22. In his letter of resignation he gave a reason for resigning. “For the last several weeks I have become increasing troubled by the lack of respect, civility and cooperation between offices, elected officials and department heads,” McCabe wrote. At the time of his resignation, he was serving as the board chairman. Larry Baker will be taking over the role of County Board Chairman.
Veterans Day Dinner
•November 3, 2021•
The Sullivan American Legion Post 68 organization will be offering a beef and noodle dinner on Veterans Day, November 11 from 5-7 pm. Veterans eat for free and all other meals are by donation. They will also be taking orders for bricks to be placed in their “Walk of Honor” starting on Veterans Day through mid January 2022. Honor your special veteran by purchasing a brick for them. Brick prices range from $50-$125. For more information check out their Facebook page or stop by the legion.
FCC Drive Through Lunch Fundraiser
•November 3, 2021•
First Christian Church of Sullivan is hosting a “Drive-Through Lunch” on Saturday, November 6. Drive out to FCC between 11:00 am & 1:00 pm to have a meal delivered right to your car. Pick-up is in the back on the east side of the church.
They are serving baked spaghetti, garlic bread, applesauce, and a cookie bar for dessert. Suggested donation is $8.00, cash or check only. Pre-orders are recommended by calling the church at 217-728-7351 or Judy Sumner at 217-972-0426. First Christian Church is located at 1357 CR 1200 East, Sullivan. Just go east on Rt. 121, turn north at Roley Estates, and you’re there.
Correction
•November 3, 2021•
In last week’s City Council story, under Commissioner Fowler’s report, the article said that a boring crew was installing underground piping in the north trailer park. The article incorrectly stated that it was Zach Horn’s boring crew it was actually a boring crew of Zach Seabaugh’s. We regret the error.
Ellis Named to Summer Honors List
•November 3, 2021•
Tatum Ellis of Sullivan has been recognized on Eastern Illinois University’s honors list for the summer 2021 semester. She was listed under summa cum laude which means she earned a 3.9 to 4.0 gpa.
OV School District Veterans Day Event
•November 3, 2021•
Okaw Valley Community Unit School District invites all Veterans and their family members to a Veterans Day program at Okaw Valley High School in Bethany on Thursday, November 11th. A breakfast will be provided to all who attend beginning at 8:15am in the cafeteria and a short assembly will follow at 9:15am. The assembly will feature the Okaw Valley School District band and chorus students, and keynote speaker.
The students and staff at Okaw Valley thank all Veterans for their acts of courage and devotion to the ideals that have served to guide our nation. They would be honored if you could join them to pay tribute to all the brave men and women who have admirably served our country.
If you will be able to attend, please call 665-3232 for a reservation.
OV School Dist. Announces Veterans Day Event
•October 27, 2021•
Okaw Valley Community Unit School District invites all Veterans and their family members to a Veterans Day program at Okaw Valley High School in Bethany on Thursday, November 11th. A breakfast will be provided to all who attend beginning at 8:15am in the cafeteria and a short assembly will follow at 9:15am. The assembly will feature the Okaw Valley School District band and chorus students, and keynote speaker.
The students and staff at Okaw Valley thank all Veterans for their acts of courage and devotion to the ideals that have served to guide our nation. We would be honored if you could join us to pay tribute to all the brave men and women who have admirably served our country.
If you will be able to attend, please call 665-3232 for a reservation.
Stained Glass Demonstration
•October 27, 2021•
The Arthur Public Library, along with Al Froman, will present a Stained Glass Demonstration on Nov. 6, at 1:00 pm. Masks are mandatory and you must reserve your seating by calling 217-543-2037. You do not need to live in The Arthur Public Library District to attend.