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Invest in Kids Act Applications are Through My Tax Illinois

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•November 8, 2017•

The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) is announcing that general information regarding the Invest in Kids Act (IIK) (Public Act 100-0465), the recently enacted Illinois tax-credit scholarship program, is now available through its website tax.illinois.gov.

Beginning January 2, 2018, MyTax Illinois will begin accepting applications from individuals and businesses who wish to participate in IIK. To apply, individuals and businesses must report their intention to make an authorized contribution to an approved Scholarship Granting Organization (SGO). The SGOs, in turn, provide scholarships for eligible Illinois students to attend qualified non-public schools in Illinois. Taxpayers can receive a tax credit equal to 75% of their approved SGO contribution. Those interested in applying are strongly encouraged to register for a MyTax Illinois account as soon as possible to avoid any processing delays when the application system goes live on January 2nd.  Read More

Cadet Recognized at Ceremony

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•November 8, 2017•

Eastern Illinois University will host a Veterans Day ceremony beginning at 10:30 a.m. Friday, November 10 in the main atrium of Old Main.

As part of the event, EIU ROTC Cadet Joseph Winkler will be awarded The Legion of Valor Bronze Cross for Achievement by EIU President David Glassman. Read More

SCED Sponsors Christmas Tree Village

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•November 8, 2017•

Sullivan Economic Development is giving Christmas tree decorators a chance to display their work on the square in Sullivan Friday, December 8 from 4-7 p.m.

The trees received by then will be displayed outside of Santa’s house to help observe the spirit of an old-fashioned Christmas.

At the end of the event, the trees will be donated to families in need in partnership with Operation Secret Santa. Read More

Trial Lawyer Excellence Award for Former Resident

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Pictured is former Bethany resident Mary Kay Scott.

•November 8, 2017•

Mary Kay Scott, a former resident of Bethany, was honored at the 8th Annual JVR Awards for Trial Lawyer Excellence hosted by the Jury Verdict Reporter, a division of Law Bulletin Media.

The event took place October 26 in the Peninsula Hotel Chicago. More than 300 trial attorneys and judges were in attendance for the reception and awards ceremony.

The program recognized superior outcomes in jury trials from both the plaintiff and defense bar.   Read More

Remember When? 11-8-2017

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25 Years Ago This Week

Coroner Lynn Reed was the only Republican survivor in the Democrat tidal wave which swept Moultrie County in Tuesday’s general election.

A whopping 83.70 percent of the county’s 7,958 registered voters went to the polls, exceeding County Clerk Richard Perdeu’s expectation of 76 percent. Straight Democrat tickets were cast by 775 voters, and 352 ballots went for Republicans.

For the first time since the one man, one vote rule went into effect all nine Moultrie County board will be Democrats.

Joe B. Bone of Bethany led the ticket, incumbent Lynn E. Maxedon was second, followed by newcomers Steven W. Mayberry and Sally K. Foley. The remaining five were incumbents Kerry L. Pate, Orris R. Drew, R. Blaine Erhardt, Timothy D. Singer and Gary (Mick) Braden.

Gale Coil was elected state’s attorney by 155 votes. Reed was elected to his fourth term as coroner  with 69.57 percent of the vote. Read More

Windsor FFA Chapter Attends Convention

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Windsor FFA Chapter: Back row left to right: Khye Wheeler, Beau Bennett, Brandon Milligan, Tristan Boehm, Gage Sattler. Middle Row l to r: Kendra Reed, Gavin Bennett, Owen Bridges, Mason Campbell, Morgan Lesko, Mackenzee Hooten. Front l to r: Tucker Cripe, Ben Beck, Logan Greuel

•November 8, 2017•

By Tucker Cripe
WHS FFA Reporter

The Windsor FFA Chapter took 14 students to the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis IN on October 26-28.

The attending chapter members got to witness several events and speakers. One of the events they attended was the award ceremony for the American FFA Degree.

During this ceremony members got to witness one of their own walk across the stage. Read More

Lovington Public Library November News

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•November 8, 2017•

Wee Readers Storytime is held 10:45-11:15 a.m. Thursday mornings. Themes are Nov. 2: “Foxes”; Nov. 9: “Turkeys”; Nov. 16: “Be Thankful”; Nov. 23: library closed for Thanksgiving; Nov. 30: “Trains”

“Make It & Take It” this month a Thanksgiving craft noon-3 p.m. Friday, November 3.

From 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. or 2-3 p.m on Mondays Knot Just Knitting is held at the library. needleworkers, crafters and all skill levels are also welcome. Jan Voss will be on hand to teach anyone who is wanting to learn to knit or crochet. Current projects she is also teaching include a crocheted “Cabbage Patch Kid” hair hat for children and crocheted Santas. Out of town participants and walk-ins are welcome.

NaNoWriMo Write-In Read More

Menus 11-8-2017

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Sullivan Pre-School Breakfast
Monday, November 13 - Peaches, Ritz crackers, milk
Tuesday, November 14 - Toast, orange juice, milk
Wednesday, November 15 - Coffee cake, orange juice, milk
Thursday, November 16 - Nutrigrain bar, orange juice, milk
Friday, November 17 - Donuts, orange juice, milk

Sullivan Pre-School Lunch
Monday, November 13 - Chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes, mandarin oranges, rolls, milk
Tuesday, November 14 - Macaroni and cheese, peas, pears, bread & butter, milk
Wednesday, November 15 - Chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, pineapple, rolls, milk
Thursday, November 16 - McRibs, carrots, mixed fruit, bread & butter, milk
Friday, November 17 - Chicken, bacon, ranch pasta salad, veggie sticks, banana, milk

Senior Peace Meal
For additional information or for reservations, please call 1-800-543-1770
Monday, November 13 - Sloppy Joe sandwich, German potato salad, brussels sprouts, mixed fruit, bun, orange bread
Tuesday, November 14 - Meatloaf, creamed peas and potatoes, tomatoes and zucchini, dinner roll, Hawaiian salad
Wednesday, November 15 - Sweet and sour chicken w/vegetables over brown rice, fruited gelatin, whole grain wheat (1), warm fruit crisp
Thursday, November 16 - Saucy riblet, mac and cheese, warm black-eyed pea salad, blueberry muffin, apricots
Friday, November 17 - Salisbury beef patties, mashed potatoes, mixed vegetables, dinner roll, fresh fruit

ALAH FFA Officers Attend Leadership Training School

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•November 1, 2017•

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Pictured are ALAH FFA Officers Adam Hingson, Zane Crist, Katie Gingerich, and Colton Romine who attended the Section 17 FFA LTS.

The Section 17 FFA Leadership Training School (LTS) was held October 3 at Allerton Park in Monticello. The four ALAH FFA officers who attended were vice president Colton Romine, sentinel Adam Hingson, reporter Katie Gingerich, and historian Zane Crist. The officers were split by office and talked with the section officers about duties and responsibilities. They were then split into different groups by numbers to complete different team building exercises. The exercises included trust, communication, and problem-solving activities. - Submitted by Katie Gingerich.