•May 18, 2016•
Sullivan Chamber and Economic Development golf outing is set for Friday, June 3 at the Sullivan Country Club. Read More
Category Archives: News Briefs
Moultrie-Douglas Planting Season Moving Forward Early
•May 18, 2016•
By Tyler Harvey,
Douglas-Moultrie Farm Bureau Manager
Spring is once again upon us, and planting is well underway for area farmers. As of May 9, the National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) reported that Illinois farmers had 88% corn planted compared to a five-year average of 64% planted.
Soybeans came in at 33% planted compared to the five-year average of 19%. Even with the wet and cool weather, both corn and soybeans are above the five-year average for crop emergence with corn at 42 % emerged and soybeans at 11%. With the dreary weather pattern, though, those percentages will most likely not increase as fast as in previous years; soybean planting is especially behind in the surrounding areas.
Driving between Tuscola and Sullivan and looking at various crops, this crop year looks to be off to a great start. NASS has an updated crop report come out every Monday afternoon at 3 p.m. One thing Illinois farmers do have an advantage in is that they are ahead in the percentage of crops planted compared to both Iowa and Indiana. However, while farmers around Moultrie County may be facing some challenges, our thoughts are with those who have suffered damage from the recent tornadoes and other dangerous weather. Read More
SIUE Commencement
•May 18, 2016•
Three Sullivan residents received diplomas during the 2016 Spring Commencement exercises held May 6 and 7 in Edwardsville.
They include Zachary Coon in construction management and John O’Brien and Chad Frerichs, both in accountancy.
ALAH FFA Holds the Annual FFA Banquet
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The ALAH FFA members who attended the annual banquet.
•May 18, 2016•
Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond FFA held its annual banquet April 28 at the Arthur Community Building with more than 80 in attendance.
opening ceremonies were performed by the 2015-16 FFA officer team, and the FFA Creed was presented by FFA Greenhand Makenna Green.
Janette Comstock, Katie Gingerich, Josiah Kinert, Taylor Powell, Adam Hingson, Emma Harris, Adam Day and Daniel Reedy reported on various aspects of the organization.
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Things Parents can do to Help Teens be Safe on the Road
•May 18, 2016•
It may have been red dye on the heads and faces of kids pretending to be hurt or dead, but students at Hoopeston Area High School saw up close what could happen if they drive drunk.
Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center and Vermilion County first responders drilled to test their response to a drunken driving crash with multiple casualties. Hoopeston Area High School students played the parts injured patients. Charlotte Strawser, RN, coordinator of the Emergency Department at Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center, said the drill provides a reminder for parents to talk to their children about safe driving. Read More
Illinois Workforce Partnership Recognizes Local Award Winner
•May 18, 2016•
Illinois Workforce Partnership (IWP) recognized the winners of the 2016 Illinois Workforce Partnership Awards at a banquet April 7 in Springfield.
IWP has recognized the No Job Left Behind Initiative, represented by Stepheny McMahon of Sullivan, with the Innovative Solutions Award. Read More
Capital Memorial Submissions Encouraged
•May 18, 2016•
The Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs, State Sen. Dale Righter (R-Mattoon), and the Illinois Senate Republican caucus are teaming up to honor and remember the sacrifice of the brave servicemen and servicewomen who have passed away.
The public is encouraged to submit a photograph and written remembrance of veterans who are no longer with us, which will be displayed on the Illinois State Capitol Memorial Day Remembrance Wall. The submissions will be displayed in the State Capitol Rotunda starting at the beginning of the Memorial Day holiday weekend, Thursday, May 26 through Monday, July 4.
“Every veteran’s life deserves to be recognized, remembered, and honored,” Righter said. “They all have a story and a legacy that must always be kept alive. This Memorial Day Remembrance Wall is a tribute to them. It’s also a very important way for family and friends to share their stories and memories of our brave men and women.” Read More
ALAH FFA Alumni Awards Scholarships
•May 18, 2016•
Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond (ALAH) FFA Alumni awarded the first scholarships to four area students. The chapter, chartered in 2014, has 53 members with the purpose “to provide leadership, mentoring, and financial assistance to the agricultural education program at Arthur-Lovington/Atwood- Hammond High School.”
The scholarship fund receives donations, fundraising and proceeds from the variety test plot hosted by Jeff Davis of Hammond. Students fill out an application and are interviewed by alumni prior to selection. Read More
Illinois Department on Aging recognizes Older Americans Month
•May 18, 2016•
What does it mean to blaze a trail? To the Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA), blazing a trail means evolving to better meet the needs of our growing older adult population and creating a sustainable path for older adults in Illinois – today and for many more years to come. As we celebrate Older Americans Month, IDoA is embracing this year’s theme – Blaze a Trail – and using it as a call to action.
“Older Americans Month is an important month for us to celebrate the contributions of older adults and raise awareness about the issues facing our community,” remarked IDoA Director, Jean Bohnhoff. “We’re being challenged to keep pace with technology and a growing aging population; the department is meeting that challenge head on and, working with the Rauner administration, we believe we’ve found the right solution to avoiding premature institutionalization while maintaining the sustainability of critical programs,” she continued. Read More
Local Women attend LWML Convention
•May 11, 2016•
The 71st Annual Convention of the Central Illinois District of the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League (LWML) was held April 23 at Salem Lutheran Church in Jacksonville. Servant events, a light meal, and a church service were held April 22. The convention theme was, “Create in me a Clean Heart, O God” and was based on Psalm 51:10. Those attending from the area included Marlene Wirth, delegate, of Sullivan; Nancy Stremming, district board member and Effingham/Shelby Zone president; Esther Becker, delegate; Connie Wirth, alternate delegate and Pastor Steven Becker, senior district LWML counselor, St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, all of Strasburg. Read More