•July 12, 2017•

The U.S Army Corps of Engineers, Lake Shelbyville and the Lake Shelbyville Fish Habitat Alliance are looking for volunteers to assist with the constructions of 50 fish cubes that will be placed in Lake

Shelbyville for habitat structure. The build day will take place at 8 a.m. Saturday July 15 at Chip’s Marina located south of Sullivan and will last until all 50 cubes are assembled.  Read More

•July 12, 2017•

By Ellen Ferrera
for the News Progress

While waiting in an office the other day I picked up an old friend – The Prairie Farmer- which was a staple reading material in our home when I was growing up. The magazine celebrates its 175th birthday this year making it the nation’s oldest continuously published magazine since it began in 1841.

Turns out, Abraham Lincoln was a subscriber, and it may have helped shape his ideals as president.

Lincoln was raised on a hard scrabble farm in Kentucky where only 13 of the 30 acres were suitable for farming so he knew how hard it was to eke out a living on a farm. He rode through the farms of central Illinois and lived among the farmers so he was acquainted with the farmers’ lives and issues. Read More

Josh Milliman

•July 12, 2017•

First Mid-Illinois Bank and Trust has announced that Josh Milliman has been promoted to the position of Branch Manager. In his new role, he will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations including the management of all functions and services provided at the Sullivan banking center located at 200 South Hamilton Street.

“Josh has broad banking experience, and he can provide leadership and supervision to promote a superior level of customer service to the Sullivan market,” said Danielle Thomas, Regional Deposit Manager. Read More

•July 12, 2017•

For most children and teenagers, the start of summer break means three months of sleeping in late, trips to the beach, summer vacations, camps and other activities there just wasn’t time for when school was still in session.

But while the break brings with it a relaxed environment, it’s important to keep a regular routine when it comes to oral health.

For nine months out of the year, kids are generally regimented. They brush, floss and rinse with mouthwash before bed, then repeat that routine before they head to school the next morning. Once summer rolls around, though, that routine can easily slip away, leaving negative consequences in its place. Read More

Sullivan Pre-School Breakfast

Monday, July 17 - Cereal, orange juice, milk
Tuesday, July 18 - French toast, orange juice, milk
Wednesday, July 19 - Donuts, orange juice, milk
Thursday, July 20 - Biscuits and gravy, orange juice, milk
Friday, July 21 - Breakfast bites, orange juice, milk

Sullivan Pre-School Lunch

Monday, July 17 - Ravioli, lettuce salad, mandarin oranges, garlic bread, milk
Tuesday, July 18 - Chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, peaches, dinner roll, milk
Wednesday, July 19 - Hamburger on bun, french fries, mixed fruit, milk
Thursday, July 20 - McRibs, carrots, pineapple, bread and butter, milk
Friday, July 21 - Chicken salad sandwiches, carrots  and celery sticks, banana, milk

Senior Peace Meal
For additional information or for reservations, please call 1-800-543-1770

Monday, July 17 - Roast beef in gravy, mashed potatoes, seasoned green beans, whole grain dinner roll, pineapple
Tuesday, July 18 - Saucy ham loaf, creamed peas and onions, corn, whole grain wheat, graham crackers, cantaloupe
Wednesday, July 19 - Meatballs w.tangy BBQ sauce, honey glazed baby carrots, kidney bean salad, Texas toast, warm cinnamon pears
Thursday, July 20 - Chicken parmesan, au gratin potatoes, Midori blend vegetables, Texas toast, fresh fruit
Friday, July 21 - Sub sandwich w/lettuce, tomato, and mayo packet, broccoli soup, perky cottage cheese, crackers and bun, fruit salad