•March 11, 2026•
The 36th Annual Deer Hunt for People with Disabilities, hosted by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Wolf Creek State Park, will be held November 20th through November 22nd. Applications are available at the Lake Shelbyville Project Office, online at http://tinyurl.com/LakeShelbyville-Hunting, or by mail by contacting the Environmental Stewardship Department at (217) 774-3951, ext. 7049.
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•March 11, 2026•
The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency’s (Illinois EPA) Office of Energy is offering up to $1,500,000 in grant funding available to support energy efficiency projects at publicly owned public water supply (PWS) facilities, commonly referred to as drinking water treatment plants (DWTP). Awarded projects will range from $50,000 to $500,000, with a match requirement of 10-20% based on geographic location. Application materials are available at the Illinois EPA Office of Energy PWS Energy Efficiency Grant Program webpage. The application period closes at 5:00 pm on May 4th, 2026.
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•March 11, 2026•
SHS FCCLA members Keagan Betts and Abagail Dean concluded their 2025-2026 Section Officer responsibilities at the Section 7 FCCLA Leadership Conference held in Charleston on Monday, February 9th.
•March 11, 2026•
Applications are now available for the 2026 Irrevocable Scholarship Trust Program. This Sullivan American Legion scholarship offers two (2) $1,500 annual scholarships, renewable up to four years.
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•March 11, 2026•
By Janet Roney
The history of the relations between the Native Americans living in the Midwest in the early 1800s and the American pioneer settlers is not a happy story. Before and during the War of 1812, the British encouraged the tribes to attack American forts and remote cabins, killing many. After the war, the US government paid many of its veterans for their war service with land in the Northwest Territory, but few wanted to bring their families over the mountains to settle on their land until the Indians were removed and resettled west of the Mississippi.
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•March 11, 2026•
Lake Land College will host Laker Visit Day on Friday, March 20th. The event is designed for prospective students to learn about programs, opportunities, and resources available at Lake Land College. During the event, Lake Land student ambassadors will lead all attendees on campus tours, providing a student perspective on the College and sharing valuable insights. Attendees will also have the opportunity to meet with faculty to learn more about specific programs of interest.
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•March 11, 2026•
by Rebecca Comstock
Moultrie County Dove Inc. Coordinator
In my six years as the Moultrie County Coordinator for Dove Inc., I have walked alongside countless teenagers facing situations that would shatter most adults. I have seen the fear in a high schooler’s eyes that is identical to the fear of a thirty-year old spouse.
There is a persistent, dangerous myth in our community that teen dating violence is somehow “lesser” than adult domestic abuse. We call it “drama.” We call it “high school heartbreak.” We tell ourselves they will “grow out of it.”
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•March 11, 2026•
Submitted by IEMA OHS
Thunderstorms, tornadoes, lightning, floods, and power outages are all possible during Illinois’ spring weather season. That is why the Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA OHS) is urging all residents to take steps to prepare during Severe Weather Preparedness Month this March.
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One Book One Sullivan members filled the First United Methodist Church community room to discuss the latest community/school-based book selection. Sponsored by the Sullivan Rotary Club, One Book One Sullivan released the new read on November 25th, distributing copies of Michael Vey’s “The Prison of Cell 25” to students and those interested in the community.
To promote safety in the workplace, Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) Director Hugo Chaviano joined employers and employees at the 25th Annual Downstate Illinois Occupational Safety and Health (DIOSH) Day Conference. OSHA, along with many industry groups, sponsored this event to provide expert occupational safety and health management resources for employers of all sizes and industries.
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•March 4, 2026•
5th: Meatloaf, sour cream and chive mashed potatoes, stewed tomatoes, peaches, and bread/roll.
6th: Tuna casserole, peas, cinnamon-glazed carrots, cottage cheese salad, and bread/roll.
9th: Hamburger and bun, tater tots, baked beans, and Mandarin oranges.
10th: Fried chicken, Au Gratin potatoes, pea and pearl onions, coleslaw, and bread/roll.
11th: Country-fried steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, glazed carrots, cherry dessert, and bread/roll.
12th: Turkey pot roast with vegetables, green beans, 5 cup salad, and bread/roll.
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