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Findlay road repairs this Summer
•April 23, 2025•
by Sharon Barricklow
The long awaited resurfacing of the Findlay road east of Findlay is expected to be done this summer after a bid letting for the project later this month.
Shelby County Highway Engineer Michael Tappendorf told the Shelby County Board last week that construction is expected to take six to eight weeks. He said he hoped businesses along the road would only be minimally inconvenienced but acknowledged the work is being done during the busy tourist season for Lake Shelbyville.
“Unfortunately asphalt has to be laid at a certain temperature,” he said.
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New HS delays while students continue to impress
•April 23, 2025•
by DM Williamee
The Sullivan School Board met on April 14th at 6:30 p.m. After a call to order, no citizen non-agenda items were to be addressed, and the meeting moved to NHS/NEHS news. Brooklyn Booker, NEHS Sgt. at Arms, reported that Juniors and Seniors are reviewing contests, including essay writing and art pieces, to get an NEHS cord for graduation. They are currently in the process of changing over to their new officers, beginning tomorrow, with ballots open for a week. They are also looking forward to their pen pal meetup on Wednesday, April 30th. Annual English trivia event coming up, involving every student in the High School, which is structured thematically, with a snack party reward. Speaking as the NHS president, Ms. Booker shared the Blessed teachers for April. Two school beautification events have been held, but clean-up has been hampered by the weather. On May 8th, the “Breakfast of Champions” will be held. NHS is also in the process of changing officers. Additionally, NHS donated monies to assist the tornado-damaged school in Neoga and for the North Carolina school that suffered catastrophic flooding earlier this year, SHS made school bracelets in their school colors and personalized bags for every student and teacher of the high school, filled with goodies. SHS received a surprise envelope filled with over a hundred thank you cards and a banner. Two students reported that they were both national qualifiers and state winners for their record book areas.
Read MoreLocal women team up for new children’s book, “A Cat Named Mary
•April 23, 2025•
In 1978, Sandy Brix was a math teacher at Sullivan Junior High School. One of her students was Carla Moon. At the time neither one would imagine that almost five decades later the two would be writing a book together.
“That’s almost as interesting as our book is,” smiles Carla Moon Stirrett. “We’ve been friends for as long as I can remember. After Sandy quit teaching, she became the office manager at her husband’s veterinary clinic. And I also worked with her there for over 25 years.”
Read MoreMoultrie board approves extension funding
•April 16, 2025•
by Sharon Barricklow
Extension services are alive and well in Moultrie County, the Moultrie County Board heard Thursday night before approving funding for the University of Illinois service.
Jessie McCluskyand Rachel Stenger told the board that Extension serves the county in a variety of ways including Partners in Produce that provides food for area food pantries and 4 H programs for youth. Stenger said Moultrie County formed a new club this year, the Shooting Sport SPINS that provides instruction in shooting using air rifles and air pistols.
Read MoreOn the catwalk
City council approves construction projects
•April 16, 2025•
by Sharon Barricklow
The Sullivan City Council heard some updates on a variety of projects and the city’s response to recent damage to power lines in a brief meeting Monday night.
During the public comment portion at the beginning of the meeting, the council heard a complaint about a deteriorated property. Mayor Mike Mossman said the city has had a hard time finding the property owner after the property had been sold.
Read MoreCommunity reminded to retrieve signage
•April 16, 2025•
The Moultrie County Planning and Zoning Office reminds those who place temporary signs (general advertising- the following does not apply to political signs) on public property such as public thoroughfares and easements to retrieve their signs, per Zoning Code 40-4-37 (B) 1-6, which states as follows:
(5) Temporary signs not covered in the foregoing categories do not need a permit, so long as such signs meet the following restrictions:
Read MoreOVHS Job Shadow and Work Study programs
Preparing students for the future
•April 16, 2025•
At Okaw Valley High School (OVHS), the Job Shadow and Work Study programs provide students with invaluable opportunities to gain hands-on experience, explore careers, and develop key skills for future success. These programs go beyond traditional classroom instruction by offering hands-on experience, professional development, and personal growth. Students leave high school not only with the knowledge they need but also the skills and confidence necessary to pursue successful careers in a variety of industries.
Read MoreSFD’s Daniel Boyer retires from the Department
Emotional goodbye from colleagues, on to next chapter
•April 16, 2025•
by DM Williamee
On Friday, April 11th, Sullivan Fire Department’s Firefighter/Medic Daniel Boyer’s colleagues, friends, and family held a retirement party for him at the Sullivan Fire Department. The party was opened with prayer and the pledge of allegiance, and colleagues wished him the best in his next chapter of life after twenty years of faithful service. All extended heart-felt gratitude for his loyal service to the community, his loyalty and leadership within the fire department, and the sacrifices he made. Boyer could always be counted on to bring 100% for every shift, often working late and covering shifts. The formal ceremony ended with the presentation of an honorary plaque, the flag that flew over the fire station on his last day of service, and a traditional fire hat, ending with a radio “final call.” Afterwards, Boyer walked a procession line and individually thanked his colleagues with a handshake and a bear hug.
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