•August 10, 2016•

Complimentary admission for adults 60 years of age and older

The Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) will host a variety of activities for seniors, their families and friends during Senior Day Aug. 15 at the Illinois State Fair. Events hosted by IDoA will be held in the air-conditioned Illinois Building located near the fairground main gate. Attendees 60 years of age and older will receive free admittance into the fair.

In addition to the Senior Day activities, IDoA will hold a grandparent/grandchild contest at 2 p.m. August 18 in the Illinois Building. Participants will be judged on resemblance, costumes, talent and interviews, and cash prizes will be awarded.

“We always look forward to participating in the Illinois State Fair. Thanks to our innovative staff and partner agencies, our activities are the perfect blend of fun and information. They provide families with an opportunity to bond over entertaining games while learning more about the various programs and services available to older adults and their families through our department,” said IDoA Director Jean Bohnhoff. Read More

Compiled by Bekki Ferguson-Stevens

25 Years Ago This Week

Jim Braet and Cara Scher will portray Emile de Becque and Nellie Forbush in The Little Theatre—On The Square’s last production of the summer, South Pacific, which opens Wednesday.

First place winners in the Moultrie-Sullivan Fair’s arts and crafts show are Mary VanDuersen, Chris Sweet, Meghan Murphy, Christine Marshall, Charity Beachy (three), Cassandra Jackson, Ross Haverstock, Meg Reedy, Sarah Jackson, Joey Schaljo, Erin Parsons, Sarah Osman (three), Elizabeth Livingston, Stephen Smith, Krista Stinson, Nicole McCabe, Alyssa Gilmore and Kim Voegel.

On September 24, 1966, East Central Illinois voters gave their approval by more than four to one to create Lake Land College. For 25 years, students have found success at their community college. Lake Land College is proud to continue this tradition of success.

With over 150 participants, the US Army Corps of Engineers has declared the 1991 Water Follies a big success. Games were held at the Sullivan Beach, Dam West and the Wilborn Creek Beach with local participants placing in events at Wilborn. Julie Johnston and April Grady of Sullivan won the sink fast competition with a time of 17.78 seconds. Bill and Brandon Grady of Sullivan tied for third place in the sand sculpture contest with their sculpture of a fish and fishing pole. Read More

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•August 3, 2016•

Illinois State Police District 10 Captain Louis Kink is announcing the arrival of new ballistic vests for the two canines (K-9) in District 10. A couple from Champaign County, who would like to remain anonymous, purchased new body armor specially made for each canine. Each one was fitted for his new protective gear which includes a removable reflective ID panel for enhanced visibility. K-9 Yadi is a four year old Dutch Shepherd. K-9 Edo is a two year old Belgian Malinois. They are two very talented resources in District 10’s Team of Troopers. Both Yadi and Edo are full-service canines, skilled in drug detection, criminal apprehension, tracking, handler protection and article searches.  Read More

•August 3, 2016•

Parents and children are invited to a Community Dental Health Fair, co-sponsored by Sarah Bush Lincoln Dental Services and Seventh Day Adventist Church, from 4:30-7 p.m. Tuesday, August 9, in the Seventh Day Adventist Church located at 2120 DeWitt Ave. in Mattoon. The event is free and open to the public. Read More

•August 3, 2016•

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will hold a silent auction for 38 impounded deer stands and 10 sets of climbing sticks 8:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, August 20 at the special events lot next to the government vehicle compound, south of the Lake Shelbyville Administration Building.

Since the last sale 43 tree stands have been impounded on Lake Shelbyville for abandonment of personal property or failure to comply with posted restrictions. Of these, 38 stands are commercial models in good condition and include single and buddy ladder stands, portable lock-ons and climbing stands along with 10 sets of climbing sticks.  Read More