Photo by Crystal Reed
Broadway Bootcamp Held
The Little Theatre on the Square held Broadway Bootcamp last week for children entering first through third grades in the fall. They were instructed by professional actors and musicians. On Saturday, June 18 they had a showcase performance.
Photo by Crystal Reed
Sullivan American Legion Holds Flag Retirement
On Tuesday, June 14, Flag Day, Sullivan American Legion Post 68 held a flag retirement ceremony. Boy Scout Troop 39 also participated in this ceremony.
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Steve Jenne sits in the co-pilot seat after taking a flight on a B-25. His father flew 50 bombing missions in a B-25.
•June 22, 2022•
by Crystal Reed
NP Writer
Steve Jenne’s father, Loren E. Jenne, flew 50 bombing missions in a B-25. Steve recalls that after his father got home, he returned the plane to Chanute but not before buzzing the Moultrie County courthouse. This past Saturday, Steve had the opportunity to be a passenger in a B-25 which flew out of Champaign.
Loren was a well-known pilot and was a teacher in Jonathan Creek and at Sullivan Junior High. While he passed in 2016 at the age of 98, his son has donated his diary, uniform, medals and ribbons to the Moultrie County Historical and Genealogical Society Museum. One thing that wasn’t donated was his father’s original issue flight wings and a tie tack that is the profile of a B-25, both of which Steve wore on his flight this past Saturday. Read More
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Kelly Creek, Jamie Franklin, Stephanie Leinard, Jane Franklin and Pam Anklam in front of Lovington’s Blessing Box, which is an emergency food pantry. Items are free for those in need.
•June 22, 2022•
by Crystal Reed
NP Writer
Hometown Love, University of Illinois Extension and Christ’s Pantry in Lovington have come together to make a Blessing Box possible. The box is located near the Lovington Community Garden and is stocked with boxed items, canned goods and produce from the Arthur Produce Auction, and eventually, they would like to stock hygienic items. Read More
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Car Show
One of the events that happens during the St. Jude Dash and Bash is a car show. There were a variety of makes and models of vehicles on display. Pictured is a 1927 Ford Model T.
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Lemon Shakeups
Amie Bauer juices lemons to be used for lemon shakeups on Saturday, June 11 during the St. Jude event.
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Having Fun
Stella Schum utilizing one of the inflatables that was set up at the St. Jude Dash and Bash at the Sullivan American Legion last Saturday.
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Bags Competition
One of the activities at the St. Jude Dash and Bash in Sullivan was bags tournaments for adults and children. Pictured are competitors practicing on Saturday.
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Ribbon Cutting at Allied Capital Title
The Sullivan Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development had a ribbon cutting at Allied Capital Title on Wednesday, June 8. The business is located at 18 West Harrison. They are a full service title insurance agency servicing real estate transactions throughout multiple counties in Central Illinois and Central Indiana.
•June 15, 2022•
Moultrie County Clerk
Lisa Ozier
Early last year I began sharing the announcement that I, Lisa Ozier, would be seeking election as a Republican candidate to be your next Moultrie County Clerk and Recorder. I have spent the last year spreading the word and trying to reach every resident in Moultrie County. Combining my heart for community service and experience in accounting and business, I feel I can bring a fresh perspective to the County Clerk’s office. With the ability to manage my work load, be efficient with my time and resources, and willingness to serve, I want to help serve the taxpayers of Moultrie County. Read More
•June 15, 2022•
The Sullivan City Council approved an increase of 4% in electric rates during Monday night’s meeting. This will go into effect on June utility bills. In previous meetings the water and sewer and gas rates have had rate increases approved.
Assistant Police Chief Josh Qualls attributed the quick resolution of the shooting investigation from last Friday to several law enforcement officers, Sullivan Police Chief Andy Pistorius and the Illinois State Police.
Dan Flannell urged the council to table the five-year employment contract with the Linemen of International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), Local 51. He said that the problem, from his perspective, is in article 1 on the first page which states that the only people covered by the contract are journeymen lineman and apprentice journeyman lineman. Flannell feels that the person listed is a groundsman and is not in the bargaining unit. Read More
•June 15, 2022•
The horse, named Philadelphia or Philly for short, will mark the first time a filly will be ridden during the show. She was named after the city of Philadelphia where the signing of the Declaration of Independence took place on July 4, 1776.
It was with great sorrow last year that the Rural Patriot Marty Miller announced several days before the fireworks show that his long-time horse and riding companion Snip had passed away. With no time to prepare a new horse for the show, Miller brought Snip’s saddle, placed it on the ground and placed the American flag into the saddle during the time of the show when he and Snip would traditionally make their ride across the field in front of the Niagara Falls. Read More
•June 15, 2022•
Tacos. 80s music. Big Hair. Big heart.
If you’ve been a Sullivan Middle School student or had a kid at SMS recently, chances are you know what teacher is associated with those words.
Deena Lee, who many people associate these words with as well as the positive impact she has on many students, recently received the Recognition of Excellence Award from the Regional Office of Education #11.
According to the ROE #11 website, the award recognizes teachers who have “modeled excellence in education” and who are “exceptionally skillful and dedicated individuals who have the respect and admiration of students, parents, and co-workers.”
Those selected “also play active and useful roles within their communities as well as schools; often distinguishing themselves as leaders. Their most important quality is their superior ability to inspire a love of learning in students of all backgrounds and abilities.” Read More