•May 26, 2021•
The Village of Strasburg will hold their annual town wide rummage sales and flea market on Saturday, May 29, beginning at 7 a.m.
In addition to town wide rummage sales is a Flea Market at the Crib along North R. 32. The Flea Market will feature crafts, antiques, furniture, fishing tackle, plants and more. Anyone having a rummage sale can sign up at the post office to be added to the list. Maps will be available at Short Stop the day of the sale. Read More
Category Archives: News Briefs
Holocaust Survivor Marion Blumenthal Lazan Speaks to Sullivan Students Via Zoom
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Students at Sullivan Middle and High School recently had the opportunity to hear a presentation from Holocaust survivor Marion Blumenthal Lazan via Zoom. The presentation was sponsored by a grant awarded to SHS English teachers Becky Lawson, Cami Badman and Becca Stinebring by the Sullivan Community Education Foundation.
•May 26, 2021•
Resilience. Strength. Triumph. Kindness. Hope. Perseverance. Courage. All of these words describe Marion Blumenthal Lazan, a Holocaust survivor, who gave a Zoom presentation to Sullivan Middle and High School students May 13. Her presentation was sponsored by a grant awarded to SHS English teachers Becky Lawson, Cami Badman, and Becca Stinebring by the Sullivan Community Education Foundation.
“Marion’s compassion and strength came through strongly even though she was almost a thousand miles away at her home in New York,” stated Becky Lawson, who noted that an in-person visit had been funded by the foundation last year but did not take place because of COVID.
Middle school history teacher Caiden Webb noted that he had several students who were “glued to the screen the entire time she spoke.” Read More
Remember When? 5-26-2021
25 Years Ago This Week
One of the biggest stars of The Little Theatre On The Square’s 39th season was the new air-conditioning unit installed over the winter. The improved air-conditioning system and the schedule for 1996 indicated an exciting season of theatre for audiences.
Lovington High School hosted three foreign exchange students and Sullivan High School had one. They were Ben Dieplinger, Pablo Lainez, Michael Seifert, Cecile Agullo.
The Sullivan City Council approved an economic incentive agreement to return a portion of any retail sales tax generated by Hydro-Gear to the company. As of yet, Hydro-Gear generated no retail sales, but that might change given the addition of one or two associated companies, Mayor Leon Lane explained. The deal was similar to the city’s Tax Increment Financing arrangement with Hydro-Gear, which rebated a portion of property taxes generated by Hydro-Gear. Read More
Facts for Families: Support Mental Health
•May 26, 2021•
By Cheri Burcham
Family Life Educator
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and Extension Educator Sonia Lopez published this great article on the Community Health: Education, Prevention & Inspiration blog that I would like to share with you. She says: mental health refers to our state of mind and includes emotional, psychological, and social wellbeing. Our mental health influences how we feel, think and act which can fluctuate over time and with stress. Supporting our physical health, thought patterns, and relationships helps strengthen our mental health. Read More
Sullivan First Graders Visit Ballard Nature Center
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Sullivan First Graders Visit Ballard Nature Center
First grade students visited Ballard Nature Center recently for their end-of-the-year field trip. They took a nature walk, learned about pond life, and enjoyed time outdoors. This was a great way to celebrate their school year in-person. Many thanks to the Daniel and Ida Rice Foundation, Independence Tube Corporation, Grohne Family Foundation, Illinois Department of Natural Resources, and the Illinois Conservation Foundation for providing the opportunity to visit Ballard.
Where To Get Your Vitamin D Sources
•May 26, 2021•
By Cheri Burcham
Family Life Educator
I would like to share this recent article by Extension Educator Jenna Smith. The recipe sounds so good, I’ll have to try it! Jenna says: spring has arrived, and the sun is starting to stay out longer. This may not only make us happier, but it may also make us healthier. Our bodies make vitamin D, known as the “sunshine vitamin”, when the natural light hits our skin. Vitamin D promotes the absorption of calcium and phosphorous and helps deposit these two minerals in bones and teeth making them stronger. Research suggests that vitamin D may not only be good for bone health, but also for other diseases, including heart disease and different types of cancers. Read More
Ag In The Classroom Wraps Up For School Year
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Stephanie Naylor, of Moultrie County Ag In The Classroom, distributes small white pine trees to students as part of the April lesson.
•May 26, 2021•
Submitted by Stephanie Naylor
As another school year comes to an end so does our Ag in the Classroom lessons. This year has been challenging for everyone but I can assure you our county schools went above and beyond to keep some normalcy for our children during these trying times. This semester we had a lot of fun lessons for Ag in the Classroom. In January we had a lesson on bees, how they are important for pollination and also how they make honey. Read More
Sullivan Rotary Helps Moultrie County C.E.F.S. With New Freezer
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Sullivan Rotary Helps Moultrie County C.E.F.S. With New Freezer
The Sullivan Rotary Club recently sought a grant to help one of their community partners with a need. Since C.E.F.S. does so much for the community, the Rotary Club of Sullivan donated a huge new freezer to replace a faulty one that could not be used to full capacity and leaked water. Allison Garrett, Outreach Coordinator at Moultrie County C.E.F.S. came to visit Rotary to thank them personally. Pictured are Allison Garrett, Outreach Coordinator at Moultrie County C.E.F.S., Stan Parks, Club Secretary; Susan Rauch, Club Treasurer; and George Levi, Club President.
Menu 5-26-2021
Senior Peace Meal
For additional information or for reservations, please call 1-800-543-1770
Monday, 31 - CLOSED FOR MEMORIAL DAY
Tuesday, 1 - Brat, Baked Beans, Corn, Bun, Craisins
Wednesday, June 2 - Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes w/Gravy, Breaded Tomatoes, Whole Grain Wheat, Dreamsicle Gelatin
Thursday, June 3 - Baked Ham, Frosted Sweet Potatoes, Brussels Sprouts, Rye Bread, Fruit Salad
Friday, June 4 - Mostaccioli w/Meaty Sauce, Corn, Creamy Cole slaw, Whole Grain Wheat, Warm Fruit Cobbler
Monday, June 7 - Sausage In Gravy, Mini Potato Bakers, Fruit Juice, Biscuits, Warm Cinnamon Buttered Apples
Tuesday, June 8 - Chili w/Beans, Tossed Salad w/Dressing Pkt., Crackers, Mandarin Oranges
Wednesday, June 9 - Beef Pot Roast w/Potatoes, Carrots, & Onions, Seasoned Greens, Roll, Pineapple
Thursday, June 10 - Chicken & Noodles, Mashed Potatoes, 3-Bean Salad, Whole Grain Wheat, Warm Fruit Crisp
Friday, June 11 - Taco Salad w/Beans, Lettuce, Cheese, Tomatoes, Sour Cream & Taco Sauce, Diced Pears, Taco Ships, Brownie Bites
Library To Host Summer Reading Kick-Off
•May 19, 2021•
The Elizabeth Titus Memorial Library will host a summer reading kick-off party on Friday, May 28 from 10 am to 2 pm. Kids will be able to sign up for the summer reading program during the event. Read More