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Lovington VBS
Lovington Vacation Bible School was held by the 1st Christian Church in Lovington on June 2-4. There were Bible lessons, games and prizes.
Lovington VBS 2022
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Ribbon Cutting at Allied Capital Title
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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.
A Look at your Local 2022 Candidates
•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
City Council Approves Change in Electric Rates
•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
The Rural Patriot and “Philly” To Make Debut at Arthur Fireworks June 25
•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
SMS Teacher Receives Excellence Award
•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
Sullivan Schools Ballot Referendum Up for Vote on June 28
•June 15, 2022•
by Crystal Reed
NP Writer
The primary election is coming up on Tuesday, June 28, and there will be a referendum for the Sullivan School District on the ballot. The ballot wording asks voters about issuing bonds in the amount of $25,000,000. The total cost is estimated around $27 million; however, $2 million will come from existing fund balances.
The tax rate impact would raise the school tax rate from approximately 4.19 to approximately 4.37. For a home valued at $100,000, this would result in a property tax increase of about $5 per month. Read More
Thomas Houser Annual Memorial Golf Outing 2022
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Thomas Houser Annual Memorial Golf Outing
Laura and Tatum Ellis participated in the golf outing that was held on Saturday, June 4 at Sullivan Country Club.
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On the Course
A golfer lines up her shot during the golf outing held last Saturday. This year’s recipient of the scholarship in memory of Tom Houser was Raimi Gardner at Sullivan High School.
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Golfing for a Cause
Austin Brettschneider, Kendall Brettschneider, Alex Love and Seth Sawyer at the 2nd Annual Thomas Houser Memorial Golf Outing.
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On the Green
Kyler Houser, Andrew Frost, Ty Molzen and Jacob Piper took a break from the course for a group photo.
Marrowbone Public Library Petting Zoo
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Marrowbone Public Library Petting Zoo
Jane Hill and grandson Karsyn Yowell play with a puppy during the petting zoo. Children visiting the library could see a puppy, chicken, rabbit and a few goats.
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Petting the Goat
Becky, Jonathan and Carson Nixon pet the goat while Kaydence Kennedy holds it. This program kicked off summer reading activities at Marrowbone Public Library.
Summer Reading in Sullivan
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Inflatable Slide
Jude Hertenstein slides down the inflatable slide at the summer reading kickoff in Sullivan.
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Summer Reading Craft
Stan Parks and K French help Jayce Robinson and Izzie Durbin with a craft at the Summer Reading kickoff party at Elizabeth Titus Memorial Library last Friday.
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Enjoying the Shade
Eric Bettinger and Beau Fleming eat snow cones in a tent during the Elizabeth Titus Memorial Library summer kickoff event. This year’s theme for summer reading is Read Beyond the Beaten Path.