Cheryl Schrock

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Artoberfest Awards
Sullivan Area Arts hosted its eighth public art exhibit and contest at Cathrine’s on October 19 and 20 in conjunction with Sullivan’s Oktoberfest.

George Strohl

The contest was open to all original artists’ works including three-dimensional and photographic works. In all 36 pieces by area artists were entered, and with the generous support of local businesses, Sullivan Area Arts awarded $750 in prize money.

Sue Drummond

Prizes were awarded as follows: Best in Show - Cheryl Schrock for “Harmony to Hoard;” Merit awards - Sue Drummond for “Sweet Molly,” George Strohl for “Destin Pier,” Mel Nichols for “Harry and Lloyd,” Emily Simpson for “Chlorine,” Sharon Slaughter for “Abstract 3;” and, the People’s Choice award - Mel Nichols for “Harry and Lloyd.”

This year’s judge was Darby Beery, owner of Gypsy Soul Revival and manager of Makers Mercantile.

•November 28, 2018•

As we gather with family and friends during the holidays, health care providers want you to think about discussing more than just what flavor of pie to serve or who is bringing what to the gathering.
It’s a perfect time to discuss what your wishes are when it comes to medical care or other directives, especially as we age.
Surveys have shown that about 80% of adults believe it’s important to have these conversations, and yet only about 30% of us have actually done so and documented them. Read More

•November 28, 2018•

SBL Lincolnland Home Care and Lincolnland Hospice will conduct a free blood pressure clinic from 8:30 to 9 a.m. Thursday, December 20 at the Senior Center in Sullivan.
For more information, call Lincolnland Home Care at 1-800-879-3212.
SBL Lincolnland Home Care, Lincolnland Hospice and Lincolnland Home Medical will sponsor bingo from 9 – 10 a.m. following the blood pressure clinic.
If the schools are closed due to adverse weather, the senior center will also be closed.

•November 28, 2018•

By Evelyn Burtcheard

In August of the year I turned six, Mom and Dad told me I was getting a special surprise.
My birthday was the 4th of September, and by all of the excitement I just knew the surprise would be a pony. I could hardly contain myself dreaming of my own horse. It didn’t even have to be beautiful, just head, tail and four legs, and I would be so happy.
The big day arrived, but it was August 28, well almost the 4 of September, and I didn’t really mind getting my pony early. Donny and I were told to stay seated on the front porch. This was strange, shouldn’t we be at the barn? Read More

25 Years Ago This Week

Sullivan principal Dan Hoefler said he would have his hair cut off if the Redskins won the first round of playoffs. The team obliged, stepping up in the second half defeating Newton 15-8. Debbie Booker had the honor of taking the principal’s hair off while David Elder supervised. Sullivan fans got the Tomahawk Chop going in full force to root their team on during the game against Newton.
Sonny Golden was recognized by UPS recently for his 20 years of service to the company as a delivery driver.
The Mark Seeley family took first place in the carved pumpkin contest in Bethany. Les Martz came in second and Gene Underwood took third place. Jennifer Matheson won first place in the best- decorated pumpkin contest. Ruth Suddarth won second place while Lori Martz took third. In the Halloween Parade contest, Ginger, Brandy and Cory Barter took grand prize. Winners of the Cartoon character category were Cole Younger, first; Holly Schaffer, second; and Derek Robbins, third. Animals: Matthew McArthur, first; Chelsey Brewer, second; and Evan Smith and Ben Tipsword, third. Clowns: Nicholas Brewer, first and Taylor Richardson won second place. Samantha Ozier was the lone Hobo. Taylor Mauck paced first in the witch category and Tiffany Shamheart won second. In the Preschool group: Danielle Standerfer won first place, Melissa McArthur won second and Whitney Brewer won third place. Grade School: Crystal Bolen, first; Scott Standerfer, second and Derek Pope, third. Jr-Sr High School, Brandie McCorvie, first; Jarrod Gaither, second; and April Russell won third. Kathy Tipsword was the lone winner in the Adult category. Read More