The Delta Dental of Illinois Foundation, in collaboration with the Douglas County Health Department and Lake Land College, will provide a free day of dental care for Illinois children age 5 and younger as part of its Dentist By 1 program Saturday, Sept. 13 in Mattoon. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to schedule free exams, which can satisfy the mandatory dental screening for kindergarten. Read More
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Aquafest to be Held at Dam West Beach at Lake Shelbyville
July 30, 2014
The Lake Shelbyville, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will host Aquafest noon-4 p.m. Saturday, August 2. Children and adults of all ages are welcome to attend. The beach fee will be waived for the entire day to allow all beach users a chance to come out and enjoy the free games and activities which include snow cones, inflatable water slides, bounce houses, water safety games, and an appearance from Bobber the Water Safety Dog. Read More
Allenville Christian to Celebrate 130 Years
July 30, 2014
The Allenville Christian Church will celebrate their 130th anniversary of ministry Aug. 16. This small country church is located in the village of Allenville and was first organized in 1884.
Hummingbird Festival At Okaw Valley Orchard
July 23, 2014
The Okaw Valley Orchard will be the site for a Hummingbird Festival scheduled for 1-4 p.m. Sunday, July 27. In years past dozens of hummingbirds have been present to “wow” festival visitors. Vernon Kleen, a licensed hummingbird bander and associated with the Lincoln Land Association of Bird Banders, will begin the festival at 1 p.m. with a short discussion about hummingbirds and explain why they are banded. After the discussion, hummingbirds will be captured and banded. Read More
Walleye Festival this Weekend
The annual Findlay Walleye Festival will begin at 4 p.m. Friday with the walleye tent opening at the firehouse. Entertainment will also commence at 4 p.m. and run through midnight. Inflatables for children will be available. Read More
Area School Registration Information
July 23, 2014
The following schools have announced registration information for the upcoming school year as well as other additional information: Read More
Entries Sought for Moultrie-Sullivan Fair, July 25 and 26
July 23, 2014
Those having a prized vegetable or flower, baked good or art project may enter them in the Moultrie – Sullivan Junior Fair set for July 25 and 26 at the Moultrie–Sullivan Fairgrounds. Read More
Sullivan Fall Sport Information and Practice Dates
July 23, 2014
In order to participate in any Sullivan school athletic program, the following must be done and on file in the school office or with the coach before the athlete may participate in official practice. Read More
Annual Meeting Set for ALAH FFA Alumni Chapter
July 23, 2014
The annual meeting for the Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond FFA Alumni Chapter will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday, August 5 in the Harris Agricultural Museum in Atwood. Read More
Car, Motorcycle Show in Dalton City Sunday
July 23, 2014
The fourth annual Dalton City car and motorcycle show will be held this coming Sunday from 12-5 p.m. on Main Street.
Cars and motorcycles of all makes, models, and years are welcome to attend. There will be a minimal sign-in fee, which may be paid ahead of time or the day of the show. Each participant is expected to receive a door prize along with a dash plaque. A 50/50 raffle will also be featured, and face painting is also expected to be available for the first time in the show’s history. Read More