•November 23, 2022•
Trends come and go, and that impermanence can make it hard to predict how certain times of year, including the holiday season, will play out. However, one notable trend in regard to the holiday season that has seemingly withstood the test of time is the popularity of Black Friday among holiday shoppers. But even that dynamic has shifted in the digital age. Though Black Friday remains a big day for retailers, in 2021 consumers spent more on Cyber Monday (the Monday after Thanksgiving) than they did on Black Friday (the day after Thanksgiving). According to the Adobe Digital Economy Index, consumers spent $10.7 billion on Cyber Monday in 2021. That’s nearly $2 billion more than consumers spent on Black Friday, when retailers made $8.9 billion in sales. GG229233
Category Archives: News Briefs
LLC Ranked Among Best Associate Degrees in Illinois
•November 23, 2022•
University HQ ranked Lake Land College as the twelfth best associate degree college in Illinois compared to nearly 50 other community colleges throughout the state.
The college earned the recognition based on several factors, one of which was having affordable degree programs, quality teaching and supportive faculty. Read More
Operation Rising Spirit Encourages Letters of Support to Illinois Veterans During the Holiday Season
•November 23, 2022•
The Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs (IDVA) has launched the 2022 “Operation Rising Spirit,” campaign encouraging service organizations, schools, communities, and individuals to write letters of appreciation and support to veterans residing at the state veterans’ homes in Anna, Chicago, LaSalle, Manteno, and Quincy. Read More
Menu 11-23-2022
Senior Peace Meal
For additional information or for reservations, please call 1-800-543-1770
Nov. 28 - Pulled Pork, Red Skinned Potatoes, Seasoned Green Beans, Hawaiian Salad, Whole Grain Bun
Nov. 29 - Swedish Meatballs, Succotash, Stewed Tomatoes, Clementine, Bread
Nov. 30 - Taco Salad w/Meat, Lettuce, Beans, Tomatoes & Salsa, Sliced Pears, Taco Chips, Dessert
Dec. 1 - Chicken and Noodles, Mashed Potatoes, Cinnamon Glazed Carrots, Pea Salad
Dec. 2 - Marinated Pork Loin, Corn Casserole, Hot Greens, Company Fruit Salad, Whole Grain Bread
LLC Signs New Apprenticeships
•November 23, 2022•
In celebration of National Apprenticeship Week, Lake Land College students signed 10 new apprenticeship agreements with four local businesses including Hydro-Gear in Sullivan, KC Summers Auto Group in Mattoon, North American Lighting in Paris and Quad Graphics Marketing LLC in Effingham at a signing event on campus Wednesday, November 16.
These agreements are in addition to several already existing apprenticeship agreements with local businesses such as The Equity in Effingham and 3Sisters Logistics in Teutopolis. Read More
Let’s Have a Convo About Fauxhawks
•November 23, 2022•
By Jim Baumann
NP Guest Writer
It’s been many years since I’ve played Scrabble.
“Hey, do you feel like beating the pants off me at Scrabble?” is not generally something I’m asked by friends or family members. I’m not sure why.
Games of chance, mixed with strategy, better describes our field of play.
I remember perhaps the last time my sister and I engaged in battle I played the word “ka.”
It was disputed. This was decades ago. We didn’t have a Scrabble dictionary, and we didn’t have Google, either.
Turns out, Jenny, “ka” IS in the Scrabble dictionary. I know, because in doing some research I looked it up.
Nanny-nanny-foo-foo!
I apologize for my lapse into middle school taunting. Sort of. Read More
Remember When?
25 Years Ago This Week
Area radio personality Gerald E. “Griz” England announced his intention to run for the office of Moultrie County Clerk.
The Sullivan/Bethany Scholastic Bowl season opened when the JV team traveled to Carlinville to play in an invitational tournament, and one of the two teams placed third in the contest. The team of J.C. Fitzgerald, Corwin Holder, Karen McGhghy, Georgene Nunne and Lynnae Robinson finished third in the tournament with a 7-2 record for the day. Read More
Miss Sullivan Pageants Crowns New Royalty
Photo courtesy of Kathy Doty
Miss Sullivan Pageants Crowns New Royalty
On Saturday, November 12, Miss Sullivan Pageants held their pageant for 2022 in the Sullivan Elementary School gym. This year there were six contestants for Little Miss, one contestant for Junior Miss and three contestants for Miss. Pictured are Sullivan’s new royalty (from left to right): Junior Miss Sullivan Ellie Shain, Miss Sullivan Katilyn Kirby and Little Miss Sullivan Lydia Cummings.
Sullivan Art Club Workshop November 19
•November 16, 2022•
Local artist and art instructor Ben Cohan will lead Sullivan Art Club’s November 19th painting workshop. The workshop will run from 9 am to 3 pm at the St. Columcille Church hall located at the east end of the church at the corner of W. Jackson and McClellan Streets on Route 121. There is a dedicated entrance to the hall adjacent to the parking lot. Read More
Arthur Public Library Events
•November 16, 2022•
November 17th 3:45: Tales and Tunes with Trudy. New Story Time at the Arthur Public Library. Join Trudy in a fun and engaging time filled with movement, songs, books, and participation. Trudy is a former K-5 music teacher who enjoys making kids smile by providing a very warm and inviting environment where they can both learn and be silly as they explore the wonder of books and the joy of reading. Children of all ages are welcome. Read More