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American Legion Memorial Day ceremony
•May 27, 2026•
by DM Williamee
In the early morning hours of Monday, May 25th, the Sullivan American Legion Post 68 held a Memorial Day ceremony at Greenhill Cemetery in Sullivan, as well as at their Legion Hall, available for all to attend. The Legion’s Color Guard, Firing Squad, Chaplain, as well as Scouting America Troop number 39, somberly marched down East Water Street toward the cemetery, with police escort. The ceremony was solemn and reverent, which brought to the forefront that Memorial Day is a tribute; that it represents national unity, and the ceremony, as well as the day itself, is a tribute to the over one million U.S. service members who have died in the line of duty since the Revolutionary War.
Read MoreBurgers and Brats
•May 27, 2026•
by DM Williamee
On Saturday, May 23rd, Sullivan’s First United Methodist Church held its annual ‘Burgers and Brats’ event, and Elvis was in the building! Just kidding, it was Dennise Ozier playing the king of rock-n-roll for the entertainment of locals driving by, and many a horn was honked in humorous recognition. Chip Hagen and Ellowyn Hagen were also at the roadside waving signage and wearing their delightful hotdog hats, enticing locals to stop and enjoy the goodies. Last year, this event helped raise funds that enabled the church to assist 56 children and eighteen families in Moultrie County who were facing food insecurity, and enjoy a holiday meal with a gift certificate from Sullivan’s local Kirby’s grocery store.
2026 SES Track Meet: placements and records
by DM Williamee
Last Thursday, May 15th, Sullivan Elementary School held its annual Track and Field event, with parents, family, friends, and community members coming together to watch the elementary students give it their all. They competed in multiple events and enjoyed a wonderfully sunny late afternoon. As promised last week, the finish times, as well as historical record data, have been compiled for the students who competed this year, showing some love to our younger athletes.
2026 Placements
Kindergarten
Softball throw, Boys: Oliver Manuel, 1st, Bennett Daily, 2nd, Ollie Carpenter, 3rd
Kainan Weaver, 4th, Shane Artis, 5th.
Read MorePoppies and truck
by DM Williamee
On Saturday, May 23rd, Sullivan American Legion Commander Rick Read, accompanied by his lovely bride Ronda Read, was at the corner of Hamilton and Jackson Streets with Post 68’s American Legion 1937 American LaFrance firetruck, distributing Poppies for Memorial Day. American Legion fire trucks are restored antique or modified fire engines owned by local Legion posts, serving as powerful symbols of community connection, veteran camaraderie, and patriotic service. Across the country, these trucks act as rolling tributes.
IAHC’s “All about horses” day June 13
•May 27, 2026•
On Saturday, June 13th, the Illinois Amish Heritage Center (IAHC) will be holding a fun, all-day, and family-friendly event titled “All About Horses.”
There will be three demonstrations on equine therapy by the Trinity Horsemanship Foundation with horses, a link up with one of their therapy horses, and demonstrations and explanations of why they do what they do, as well as the numerous proven benefits of equine therapy. They will demonstrate the link-up ---a small round pen with the horse, using the horse’s natural instincts to make a connection that allows the horse to select that person as the leader of the interaction.
Read MoreProperty tax time: a guide
•May 27, 2026•
While not everyone’s favorite time of year or bill, Moultrie County Treasurer Stephanie Helmuth and her office are keen to keep residents well-informed. As everyone begins to receive their property tax bills over the next few days, the office has released a guide to help residents better understand the bills, as this year they will have a new format, and the stubs are different as well. What Mrs. Helmuth has to say about this change is, “We made these updates in order to make the information on the back of the tax bill more visible and user-friendly, and easier to navigate so our taxpayers can get the most out of the information we provide.” There is plenty of helpful and well-organized information on the back of your bill this year.
Read MoreColor run for mental health
•May 27, 2026•
On Saturday, May 30th (with a rain date of June 6th), with check-in time at 8:00 a.m., C.H.I Overhead Doors of Arthur will be hosting its second annual Color Run/Walk for Mental Health-fun, fitness, and feel-good vibes. 100% of proceeds raised will go to local mental health service organizations, with C.H.I. matching donations to double the impact.
Read MoreSES track meet: high energy and sportsmanship
•May 20, 2026•
by DM Williamee
After school ended for the week on Thursday, May 15th, the SES track meet began, and the vibe was one of carefully controlled chaos and excitement, managed exceptionally and expertly by all who helped keep things on ….track!
Read MoreHome fire pit safety
•May 20, 2026•
by DM Williamee
With winter finally in the rear-view mirror, the allure of crackling flames and the cozy ambiance of backyard fire pits are growing increasingly more popular for both renters and homeowners alike. Whether creating an expanded indoor/outdoor space aesthetic or simply wanting to enjoy the campfire without traveling to a campground, more individuals are embracing fire pits in their back yards. Regardless of the motivation, constructing a fire pit should be thoughtfully planned out, with adhering to safety guidelines and local ordinances.
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