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Remember When? 12-13-2017

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25 Years Ago This Week

Sullivan High School Illinois State Scholars include Kari Kendall, Erin Marshall, Carinna Elder, Amanda Titus, Breanna Cooper, Krystal Horsman, Katie Tice, Steven Hamm and Shane Cobb. Bethany scholars are Jessika Gaither, Tamara Yowell, Kristy Miner and Doug Creviston.

Richard Glazebrook was named site manager for Wolf Creek and Eagle Creek state parks. The Dept. of Conservation announcement noted he was selected from 12 applicants and will supervise a dozen full-time employees.

Lovington broke a 29 game losing streak by defeating defending state champions Findlay Falcons 36-35. Matt England led the team with 14 points followed by Matt Powell, Josh Born, Josh Jackson, Jeremy Tarr, Toby Bolsen and Ryan Nettles.

Stote Reeder, Andy Wagner and Jason Wildman scored early for Sullivan in a 63-39 victory over Shelbyville. John Flannell, Jake Haegen, David Atchison and Chad Bragg rounded out the Redskins effort. Read More

Army Colonel Adds Authenticity to General Waverly in Little Theatre’s “White Christmas”

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•December 13, 2017•

By Ellen Ferrrera
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Elliott Bales makes his Little Theatre debut playing the beloved General Waverly in Little Theatre’s production of “White Christmas”. Little did he know that his service in the Army would prepare him for this role.

A Midwesterner at heart, he grew up in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, majored in theater at Abilene Christian in Texas and retired in 2010 with the rank of colonel in the U.S. Army.

“I have watched “White Christmas” for 45 years, and I can relate to the character of General Waverly,” Bales began. “He is so beloved by his soldiers because of who he is as a person. But he had difficulty, like many veterans, adjusting to the schedule of civilian life.” Read More

Sullivan’s Old Fashioned Christmas

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Photos by RR Best Downtown Sullivan was the place to be Friday, December 8. The Old Fashioned Downtown Celebration was hosted by Sullivan Chamber and Economic Development. Warmly dressed visitors to the square from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. enjoyed the crisp holiday air along with Wolfe carriage rides, visits with the Hardy Reindeer, Christmas tree decorating, with time left to read a book. Strolling carolers provided the musical backdrop for the event. Shops were open late to help visitors warm up and find the deal of the season.

Menus 12-13-2017

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Senior Peace Meal
For additional information or for reservations, please call 1-800-543-1770
Monday, December 18 - Roast turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy, seasoned green beans, dressing, peaches
Tuesday, December 19 - Baked ham, candied sweet potatoes, buttered midair vegetables, dinner roll, pie
Wednesday, December 20 - Chili with beans, mixed lettuce salad with dressing packet, crackers, Waldorf salad
Thursday, December 21 - Liver and onions, baked potato w/butter and sour cream, baby carrots, Texas toast, pears
Friday, December 22 - Beef stroganoff w/noodles, corn, coleslaw, dinner roll, warm fruit compote

Sullivan Pre-School Breakfast
Monday, December 18 - Cereal, orange juice, milk
Tuesday, December 19 - Pancakes, orange juice, milk
Wednesday, December 20 - Coffee cake, orange juice, milk
Thursday, December 21 - Poptarts, orange juice, milk
Friday, December 22 - Toast, orange juice, milk

Sullivan Pre-School Lunch
Monday, December 18 - Chicken salad sandwiches, vegetable sticks, banana, milk
Tuesday, December 19 - Chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, mandarin oranges, rolls, milk
Wednesday, December 20 - Sausage patty on bun, green beans, peaches, milk
Thursday, December 21 - Pork fritters, carrots, pears, bread & butter, milk
Friday, December 22 - Hot dog on bun, tater tots, mixed fruit, milk

Alumni Assn. Donates to Lovington Library

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Lovington High School Alumni Association treasurer Leroy Fair presents Lovington Grade School Library aide Lisa Brown with a check.

•December 13, 2017•

As one of his last official duties as treasurer of the Lovington High School Alumni Association, Leroy Fair presented a $200 check to Lovington Grade School library aide Lisa Brown.

Fair has served the alumni group as treasurer for the past six years. Through the years since he graduated from LHS he has also served four terms as president as well as chairing many other committees including the membership and banquet reservation committees.

Since he graduated from LHS in 1961, Fair has missed only one homecoming banquet. Recent past presidents of the association DJ Smith, Judi Pound and Carol Smith have counted on Fair to help keep the group running smoothly.  Read More

Windsor Students of November

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Windsor Students of November
November students of the month at Windsor Jr./Sr. High School are Mikayla Haddock, daughter of Mike and Tracy Haddock and Kiersten Wheeler, daughter of Chris and Kelly Wheeler.
Haddock is a senior and is involved in volleyball, student council, class vice president, Physics Club, and WYSE. She plans to attend Lake Land College and transfer to Eastern Illinois University to major in elementary education.
Wheeler is a seventh grader involved in cheerleading, volleyball and R.U.IN. She plays piano, and participates in the band. Pictured L to R: Kiersten Wheeler and Mikayla Haddock

New Home for Lovington Merry-Go-Round, Dog Complaints Stay Home

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•December 13, 2017•

Lovington Village Board donated $500 for Breakfast with Santa and heard complaints concerning a neighborhood dog.

Trustee Pam Anklam reported five complaints had been signed against one dog, and the village attorney suggested sending a letter to the dog owner stating it needs to be contained. Anklam pointed out that if the dog is vicious court action will be required.

The merry-go-round that had been removed from Tom Conn Park was sent to a new home. Dennis Garmon reported the piece of playground equipment has been removed because it was in bad shape; however, because Bill Harlin wished to purchase it, trustee Anklam moved the old merry-go-round be sold to Harlin for $1 with the remaining board supporting unanimously. Read More

OVHS State Scholars

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OVHS State Scholars
The Illinois Student Assistance Commission released a list of the Illinois State Scholars. Okaw Valley High School state scholars pictured left to right: Danielle Lochbaum, Hannah Landreth, Natalie Jeffers, Ethan Macklin, Quinn Brooks, Kyra Jackson, Kaitlyn Hinton, and Trey Yarnell. The formula used in selection of State Scholars is a combination of ACT/SAT scores and high school class rank. In any academic year, approximately 10 percent of all Illinois high school graduates are named state scholars. Okaw Valley ended up having 17 percent of the senior class being named state scholars and five percent of the entire student body which is tops in the area.

Letter to the Editor 12-6-2017

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Should You Question the Tax Reform Bill? 

President Trump ran on a platform for tax cuts for the middle class and working people. He has also stated that he wants to bring corporations back to America and create jobs.

Under the current GOP tax reform bills there is no guarantee that jobs will be coming back to America. What the plan promises is that wealthy corporations will get a permanent 15% tax reduction. The benefits/if any to the middle class will only be temporary. Anyone who makes less than $100,000 a year will see their taxes increase in the next 10 years.  Read More

To: Secret Santa From: Sullivan IGA

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To: Secret Santa From: Sullivan IGA
With the number of families needing Secret Santa approaching 140 and the shopping deadline growing closer, Sullivan IGA gave. IGA manager Pat Stinson (center) presented a $500 donation from the store to Secret Santa organization President Greg Foster and Sullivan Chief of Police Jim Waggoner last week. Sullivan police department is the place to register for Secret Santa and the Beacon is the pre Christmas distribution center for Santa’s gifts.