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Allied Capital Title donates to SBL Regional Cancer Center

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

Allied Capital Title offices of Charleston, Mattoon, Shelbyville, Tuscola and Sullivan recently donated $640 to the SBL Health Foundation to support patients receiving care at the SBL Regional Cancer Center.

During the month of October, the offices donated a portion of closing costs to the Regional Cancer Center. Each office also collected other donations to contribute.

“Allied Capital Title has generously donated to the SBL Regional Cancer Center over the years, and we are grateful for their continued support,” SBL Special Events Officer Kim Lockart said. 

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2024 Moultrie County final multiplier announced

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

•February 12, 2025•

Moultrie County has been issued a final property assessment equalization factor of 1.0000, according to David Harris, director of the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR).

The property assessment equalization factor, often called the “multiplier,” is the method used to achieve uniform property assessments among counties, as required by law. This equalization is particularly important because some of the state’s 6,600 local taxing districts overlap into two or more counties (e.g., school districts, junior college districts, fire protection districts). If there was no equalization among counties, substantial inequities among taxpayers with comparable properties would result.

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Windsor Jr./Sr. High School Students of the Month

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

Windsor Jr./Sr. High School is pleased to announce their January Students of the Month Timmy Graber and Leah Kasey.

Timmy Graber is the son of Mark and Mariko Graber. He is currently in 8th grade and is in basketball. He is undecided on what he plans to do in the future.

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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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Moultrie-Douglas Contestants



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New royalty to be crowned
The Moultrie-Douglas County Fair Pageant will be held Monday, July 27th at 6:00 p.m. for Little Miss Fair Queen and 7:00 p.m. for Miss and Junior Miss Fair Queen located at the south track on the Mo-Do Fairgrounds. Vying for the title of Miss Moultrie Douglas Fair Queen are: Abigail Meyer of Tuscola, Addee Mulligan of Arcola, Sarah Rogers of Atwood, Ava Whitson of Tuscola, Addisyn Wilson of Villa Grove, Emma Spillman of Tuscola, Aymara Leal of Arcola and Katilyn Kirby of Sullivan.

Jr Miss Moultrie-Douglas contestants
Vying for the title of Jr Miss Moultrie-Douglas are: Harper Hale of Arthur, Brooklyn Bates of Sullivan, Sofie Reifsteck of Tuscola, Sophia Wilson of Arcola, Miley Rennels of Tuscola, Ava Warren of Sullivan, Tatum Faust of Pesotum, Maggie Meyer of Tuscola and Audrey Warren of Sullivan, pictured 2025 Jr Miss Moultrie-Douglas Quinn Chapman of Villa Grove.
Little Miss Moultrie-Douglas contestants
Vying for the title of Little Miss Moultrie-Douglas are: Everleigh Allen of Tuscola, Emelia Shelmadine of Tuscola, Arabella Butterick of Arthur, Josslyn Leigh Brown of Sullivan, Athalia Juliet Sanchez of Arcola, Myla Ro Oye of Arthur, Sophie Elliott of Sullivan, Rosie Smith of Villa Grove, Tinley Eads of Arthur, Alayna Guadiana of Arcola and Alexandria Brackemyre of Lovington, pictured with 2025 Little Miss Moultrie-Douglas Joslynn Steffens of Tuscola.


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