•November 11, 2020•
In accordance with Illinois COVID-19 Mitigation Measures and at the request of the U of I administration, staff in the Unit #19 U of I Extension Offices serving Coles, Cumberland, Douglas, Moultrie, and Shelby Counties, will be doing our part in reducing risk in our communities. Read More
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Menu 11-11-2020
Senior Peace Meal
For additional information or for reservations, please call 1-800-543-1770
Monday, November 16 - Pork Burger Sandwich, Baked Beans, Spinach, Bun, Cranberry Oatmeal Cookie
Tuesday, November 17 - Meatloaf, Creamed Peas and Potatoes, Tomatoes and Zucchini, Whole Grain Wheat (1), Peaches
Wednesday, November 18 - Creamed Chicken with Green Onions & Pimento, Warm Black-Eyed Pea Salad, Biscuit, Sliced Pineapple
Thursday, November 19 - Beef Stroganoff over Noodles, Corn, Creamy Coleslaw, Whole Grain Wheat, Warm Fruit Compote
Friday, November 20 - Roasted Turkey, Mashed Potatoes w/Gravy, Seasoned Green Beans, Dressing, Pumpkin Pie
Holiday Shopping Budgeting Tips During the Pandemic
Tips so you don’t break your budget
•November 11, 2020•
The holidays are going to look different this year. This pandemic has left many feeling guilty their loved ones won’t celebrate and enjoy the holidays like years past. Some are buying less to save money others are buying more than normal just to give family and friends some comfort.
“During a pandemic, now more than ever it’s important to budget, but especially during the holidays when more people are buying, “ says Elizabeth Houser, COUNTRY Financial Rep. “Creating a small holiday spending plan within your overall budget will help keep your finances at bay.”
Follow these holiday shopping budgeting tips during a pandemic: Read More
Changes Coming to Campgrounds in 2021
•November 11, 2020•
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Lake Shelbyville would like to announce campground opening dates and policy changes for the 2021 recreation season.
Lake Shelbyville had a successful year in 2020 with campsite utilization rates up almost 20%. The
2021 season is projected to be another busy year for outdoor recreation and camping.
2021 CAMPING SEASON DATES & UPDATES
Forrest W. “Bo” Wood, Lithia Springs, & Wilborn Creek Group Camp: April 15 - October 24, 2021
Lone Point, Lone Point Group Camp, Opossum Creek: May 20 - September 7, 2021
Coon Creek: To Be Determined - October 11, 2021 Read More
Superintendent-y Stuff: A Walk with Mr.Walk
•November 11, 2020•
Ted Walk
Sullivan CUSD #300
Sullivan Schools music programs are known for excellence. Maintaining that reputation would be impossible without the hard work of every student and staff member involved. Read More
IAA Foundation Offers Scholarships
•November 11, 2020•
Agriculture students and Illinois Farm Bureau® (IFB) members, spouses and children are eligible to apply for 77 college scholarships offered by the IAA Foundation, Illinois Farm Bureau’s charitable arm. The scholarships, ranging from $1,000 to $7,500, will be awarded in total of $123,000 for the 2021-22 school year. Read More
Remember When? 11-11-2020
25 Years Ago This Week
The Dalton City Christian Church will mark its 130th anniversary with an open house. Extensive remodeling of the sanctuary will be unveiled and a dedication ceremony will be held based on the dedication ceremony used when the present church was dedicated in 1956. The present church building is the third to stand in the same location. The first church, one of the oldest buildings in Moultrie County burned down in the 1920s. It was replaced by a brick church which also burned down in the 1950s. The present building was erected in 1956, and the steeple was added in the 1980s. The remodeled sanctuary is the first major renovation the church has had since 1978.
On a cold, blustery day, the Redskins bid to warm the hearts of the faithful fell short in their IHSA Class 2A quarterfinal game with Central A&M. Luke Tillman’s fourth quarter touchdown broke a scoreless tie, and the Raider defense handled the rest as Central advanced with an 8-2 victory ending the Redskins’ season. Read More
Graduated Tax Fails; Cuts, Tax Hikes or Both Could Follow
•November 11, 2020•
By Capitol News Illinois
Backers of a graduated income tax constitutional amendment conceded defeat Wednesday, Nov. 4, for Gov. JB Pritzker’s marquee policy proposal which was projected to bring in more than $3 billion annually to state coffers.
With 98 percent of precincts reporting, voters had rejected the amendment by a 55 percent to 45 percent margin. The Associated Press called the race for the “No” camp, as a large number of outstanding mail ballots were almost certainly not enough to make up for the deficit of approximately 500,000 votes.
In his daily COVID-19 briefing in Chicago, an agitated Pritzker lashed out against the Republican Party, warned of cuts to public safety and human services and said several other options were on the table for addressing state budget deficits that have been ongoing for decades.
“Illinois’ fiscal problems haven’t gone away. We now sit at a crossroads,” Pritzker said. “Our state finances still require fundamental structural change. In the coming days I’ll be talking with the leaders in the General Assembly about our path forward. But here’s what we know for sure: I promised to be a governor who balances the budget and pays the bills that my predecessor left behind. I promised to make sure that our kids get a good education that we invest in job creation and that we build a better future for Illinois. There will be cuts, and they will be painful.” Read More
Millikin University Receives Grant to Help Combat Human Trafficking in Central Illinois
•November 11, 2020•
This fall, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) awarded a $1.29 million grant to support programs for survivors of human trafficking and bolster policing efforts for the Central Illinois Human Trafficking Task Force. Millikin University’s Human Trafficking Research Lab was designated as a subgrantee of the grant to be used over the next three years for research on efforts in 46 central Illinois counties.
As part of the grant, Millikin’s Human Trafficking Research Lab, founded by Dr. Laura Dean, associate professor of political science, will research and facilitate data collection and provide a community assessment of anti-trafficking task force activities.
The research lab, which includes two undergraduate research assistants, will conduct a community assessment of the Central Illinois Human Trafficking Task Force to determine the characteristics of human trafficking in central Illinois, and demonstrate how the data can be used to strengthen and combat trends in the region. Read More
Coat Giveaway
•November 4, 2020•
The Margie Pondo Memorial Coat Drive, formally known as No Kids Left in the Cold, will be giving away free coats, mittens, and hats again this year. After the sudden death of co-founder Margie Pondo, Jeri Davis co-founder, changed the name of the group. It was changed to honor Mrs. Pondo. Margie was known as the coat lady to many in the area, and her legacy will continue to help local children stay warm through the cold Illinois winters. Read More