Category Archives: News Briefs

Walk to End Alzheimer’s Steps off in Mattoon

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•August 2, 2017•

The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s will take place on Saturday, September 30 at Roundhouse Complex in Mattoon. Hundreds of people from the Mattoon and Charleston area are expected at this year’s event to raise awareness and funds to fight Alzheimer’s disease.

Walk participants will complete a 2 mile walk and will learn about Alzheimer’s disease, advocacy opportunities, clinical studies enrollment and support programs and services from the Alzheimer’s Association.  Read More

Going to College with Jeanine: Is it Too Late to Get Into College?

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•August 2, 2017•

By Jeanine Peterson
NP Guest Columnist

You may be asking yourself, “Can I still get into college at this late date?” In my job as a college academic advisor, I often hear that question this time of year, as the fall term for colleges generally begins around mid-August. At most institutions -- community colleges, public universities and liberal arts colleges-- the answer is, “Yes, you can!” The key is to phone or email the admissions office at the college(s) you are interested in, right away.

If you call the admissions office, have a pencil and paper ready for taking notes and be sure to write down the name of the person who is helping you. Ask for a list of steps you need to follow in order to apply and get enrolled. Ask questions when something is not clear to you, and keep asking until you understand!

Organization is key to a successful last-minute enrollment. Make a checklist of “Things to Do” and be sure to get them done within the time frame you have been given.  Read More

SBL Health Screenings Offered at Senior Center

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•August 2, 2017•

SBL Lincolnland Home Care and Lincolnland Hospice will conduct a free blood pressure clinic from 8:30-9 a.m. Thursday, August 17 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.

Moultrie Douglas 4-H Horse and Pony Champions

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Pictured is Lexie Gee.

•August 2, 2017•

Halter - Pony
Grand Champion- Lexi Gee, Sullivan, Moultrie County Longhorns

Halter - Horse Mare
Grand Champion – Ben Bushue, Sullivan, Moultrie County Longhorns
Reserve Grand Champion – Brett Bushue, Sullivan, Moultrie County Longhorns

Halter - Gelding
Grand Champion – Natalie Lane, Tuscola, Tuscola Country Clovers
Reserve Grand Champion – Ben Bushue, Sullivan, Moultrie County Longhorns

Pony Showmanship
Grand Champion - Lexi Gee, Sullivan, Moultrie County Longhorns Read More

Local Student is Top Ten Among Distinguished Young Women

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•August 2, 2017•

Sullivan High School student Emily Saravia, daughter of Luis and Karen Marie Saravia, excelled in five categories achieving Distinguished Young Woman of Sullivan for 2018.

Saravia competes in the Distinguished Young Women of Illinois state program at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 1 at Central Middle School in Tinley Park, Illinois. Read More

Letter to the Editor 8/2/2017

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Tractor Pulling Association Appreciative of Tabor Park Location

Editors Note: The following letter was signed by members of the Christian County Tractor Pullers. It is a response to the article written for the News Progress by Ariana Cherry on July 19, 2017 in regard to Tabor Park’s natural beauty. The mowing issues brought up during the meeting were not related to the Garden Tractor Pulling event which has always respected the park. We apologize for any misunderstanding.

Dear Editor, Read More

OVHS Gearing Up Outside Projects

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•August 2, 2017•

Okaw Valley High School students are still vacationing while Principal Matt Shoaff is gearing up for cooperative programs.

The nationally recognized OVHS Corps Project at Lake Shelbyville is continuing to grow. “We are setting up dates right now for work days and just where our students work on projects around Lake Shelbyville,” Shoaff said. Read More

4-H Has Your Seat To The Eclipse

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•August 2, 2017•

Illinois 4-H is inviting the public to a front row seat for the historic total solar eclipse in August in southern Illinois where sun’s path creates the longest duration of darkness.

University of Illinois Extension, in cooperation with the Southern Illinois Miners baseball team, will host an educational program on the Miners ball field in Marion from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday, Aug. 21. The ball field will allow prime viewing for the afternoon eclipse.

One may order tickets online at go.illinois.edu/4Heclipse. Select “register” from the right website box. Tickets are $8 per person for entry; or one may add a lunch meal with their ticket for $15 total. Deadline to order tickets is Aug. 1 Read More