•December 17, 2025•

The winter holidays can turn deadly, as research shows that more people die from heart attacks during the last week of December than at any other time of the year. While being aware of the signs of a heart attack and taking steps to reduce your risk are important all year long, the American Heart Association, devoted to changing the future to a world of healthier lives for all, says that’s especially critical during the next few weeks. And, in rural communities, where EMS responses can be delayed and minutes matter, it’s important to be aware of the signs and symptoms and seek treatment quickly.

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The final Moultrie County Food Pantry delivery from Hydro-gear’s annual drive was made on Wednesday, December 9th. Hydro Gear employees not only responded with food donations but also generated substantial cash donations to help the food pantry.

The Lady Knights were too much for the Blue Devils, winning 62-47 in a December 10th home game. The Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond team got a slow start, scoring eight to Villa Grove’s fourteen points. At the end of the first half, the Lady Knights were down 28-18.

•December 10, 2025•

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The LWWC of Lovington has announced the 2024 LWWC Community Grant recipient: the Mo-Do Mavericks 4-H Club, for their Mavericks Meals of Hope project. This youth-led initiative will expand the Backpack Program by providing weekend and holiday meal packs—including food, hygiene items, and treats—to local students facing food insecurity. Club members will work with schools to identify needs, purchase supplies, and organize volunteer “packing nights” for assembling and discreetly delivering care bags.

•December 10, 2025•

The Sullivan Chamber & Economic Development (SCED) has announced that construction has officially begun on the North Point Homes scattered site housing development—an effort nearly eight years in the making and a major step forward in addressing Sullivan’s long-standing need for safe, modern, and affordable rental housing.

The project’s roots date back nearly a decade, when economic development efforts and local partners began removing dilapidated homes and blighted structures to prepare for future redevelopment. During this foundational stage, local business owner Zak Horn emerged as a key champion for the initiative. Horn invested personal resources into securing teardown properties, participated in meetings with the Illinois Housing Development Authority (IDHA), worked alongside developers, architects, and city officials, and helped guide the early application process. His support included transferring his portion of the project sponsor development fee so that SCED could be the financial beneficiary.

•December 10, 2025•

Every Monday at 9:00 a.m., ETML will be hosting the Memory Café. This is a social gathering for individuals with dementia and their caregivers. Get helpful information and support from others who also have loved ones who struggle with memory loss. 

Every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. is Story Time. 

On December 10th, drop in between 3:00 and 5:00 p.m. to create your own Ugly Sweater. ETML will provide T-shirts on a first-come, first-served basis, or you can bring your own shirt. Supplies will be provided.