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IDPH celebrates American Heart Month in February

News Progress Posted on February 12, 2025 by webmasterFebruary 12, 2025

•February 12, 2025•

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced a monthlong focus on heart health during American Heart Month in February. The annual observance serves as a reminder to the public about the dangers of cardiovascular disease and the resources that are available to help people maintain heart health. Governor JB Pritzker and Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton joined IDPH Director Dr. Sameer Vohra in urging the public to be aware of, and to take care of, their heart health.

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Community Seminar Series

News Progress Posted on February 12, 2025 by webmasterFebruary 12, 2025

While technology has revolutionized access to health information, the proliferation of inaccurate and potentially dangerous content online presents a significant public health challenge. It is essential to develop collaborative models that bring together researchers, educators, and community stakeholders to navigate this complex landscape. These models will ensure that citizens receive accurate, research-based health information. 

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Laker visit day

News Progress Posted on February 12, 2025 by webmasterFebruary 12, 2025

Lake Land College will be hosting their spring Laker visit day on February 17th from 9am to 12pm to tour campus, meet faculty and learn what it’s like to be a laker.  

For more information and to register for the tour visit lakelandcollege.edu/visit.

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National and State Soybean Boards seeking candidates

News Progress Posted on February 12, 2025 by webmasterFebruary 12, 2025

The Illinois Soybean Board (ISB) is looking for farmers interested in filling two of Illinois’ director positions with the United Soybean Board (USB). Any soybean producer who is engaged in the growing of soybeans in the United States who owns, or who shares the ownership and risk of loss of, is eligible. To be considered for the national leadership position, farmers must complete the required application and “Agreement to Serve” statement and return them to the Illinois Soybean Association (ISA) office by Friday, March 7, 2025. Contact Dustin Scott, ISA Director of Operations, at 309-846-3673 or dustin.scott@ilsoy.org to receive a copy of the application and agreement to serve.

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Remembering Who We Are………45

News Progress Posted on February 12, 2025 by webmasterFebruary 12, 2025

The Lord of the Hollow Sycamore Tree

by Janet Roney

…Now, I’m not saying someone couldn’t live inside a hollow sycamore tree. I’m not doubting the old Bond County history that tells all about “Old Kenson” or “Old Henson”, the hermit who spent most of the War of 1812 holed up in one while the rest of the settlers cowered behind the walls of Hill’s Fort or high-tailed it back to Kentucky. Old Kenson/Henson was clever. Each time he left the tree to hunt for food, or whatever, he returned by a different route so the Indians couldn’t track him.  

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A Look Back…2-12-2025

News Progress Posted on February 12, 2025 by webmasterFebruary 12, 2025

2015

In January, Okaw Valley’s administration released details on their participation in a new initiative aimed at reviving manufacturing in east central Illinois that, at the same time, promised to revitalize how individuals become proficient in trades before entering the workforce. The initiative, being called the Student Learner Program, places students with novice level experience in specific trades, gained through their time at Okaw Valley, into paid internships at local businesses that encompass the trade in which they are interested.

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Monthly Quarter Madness

News Progress Posted on February 5, 2025 by webmasterFebruary 5, 2025

•February 5, 2025•

Moultrie County Monthly Quarter Madness will hold their December Quarter Auction on Wednesday, February 12. The event will be held at the Sullivan American Legion. 

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A Look Back…2-5-2025

News Progress Posted on February 5, 2025 by webmasterFebruary 5, 2025

2015

The Sullivan Chamber & Economic Development awarded Small Business of the Year to the Briarwood at the annual dinner. Business of the Year was awarded to Petersen Health Care. Citizen of the Year was awarded to Larry Stenger and the Lifetime Achievement Award was given to Ron White.

One Knights’ fan traveled 1200 miles to see the Little Okaw Valley Conference championship game against the Hutsonville-Palestine Tigers in Arcola. ALAH made sure that fan, Danny Powell, left with a smile, defeating the Tigers 69-51.

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Lovington participates in MAPPING program

News Progress Posted on January 29, 2025 by webmasterJanuary 29, 2025

•January 29, 2025•

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Lovington has enlisted the help of the MAPPING The Future of Your Community program through the Illinois Institute for Rural Affairs at Western Illinois University to take a proactive approach to planning for community and economic development. 

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Pork chop dinner

News Progress Posted on January 29, 2025 by webmasterJanuary 29, 2025

The Sullivan High school will be hosting the Boys’ Senior Night on Thursday, February 20th 5-7 p.m. Tickets for the dinner are $15, ticket sales are open.  

For more information or to purchase tickets for the Senior Night, contact stinebring@sullivan.k12.il.us.

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OVHS 2026 Prom Court



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Front row: (L to R) Katelin Livingston, Reese Bruns, Aubree McBride, and Ava Harshman. Back Row: (L to R) Brady McQuilling, Ames Drollinger, Tucker Montgomery, and Wyatt Hildebrandt. This year’s Prom will be held on April 25th, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Mt. Zion Convention Center.


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