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Valentine’s Day breakfast at Heritage
Photo by DM Williamee
On the morning of Thursday, February 12th, Heritage Woods of Sullivan held a Valentine’s Day breakfast for local seniors. The festively decorated atmosphere was one of lively chatter, laughter, and companionship amongst both friends and sweethearts. The menu featured fresh fruit, Denver omelets, bacon, and good old-fashioned biscuits and gravy.
Pictured are: Left, front to back: Johna Sims, Walter Jenkins, and Keith Richardson. Right, front to back: Beverly DeVore, Joyce Jenkins, and Ellen Feller. Keith and Beverly have been close friends for a long while, Ellen and Johna have been close friends for ‘ages’, and Walter and Joyce have been married for seventy years.
Creative activity on a day off from school
On February 9th, the Elizabeth Titus Memorial Library held a “Make Your Own Valentine’ workshop for local youth. This free workshop required children only bring their imagination and creativity, and was enjoyed by all who attended. Pictured are Vienna Freese (9), and Madelyn Stinson (8), two of those who enjoyed making their valentines while consulting with one another throughout their creative process.
Empower Academy’s Dance hosts preview showcase
This year’s team is made up of 29 dancers who range in age from 5 to 17 and come from Sullivan and surrounding towns. Members include (in no particular photo order): Adalee Foster, Addi Finn, Alayna Ard, Alayna Young, Aubrey Young, Aubrie Payne, Blair Camp, Brinnley Hobbs, Caroline Hobbs, Claire Kelly, Gianna Krieger, Hadlee Blakey, Harper Smith, Josslyn Brown, Kaylee Hostettler, Knox Weakly, Lexi Yoder, Lucille Pope, Mara Inman, Miah Voegel, Sophie Elliott, Sophie Foster, Synthea Doss, Tiffany Hostetler, Tinley Krieger, Vaeda Spencer, Zoe Lynch, and Zola Krieger. Empower Academy’s Dance Director is Melissa Krieger.
Bethany American Legion donates to Danville VA
On December 15th, Sam Scott, representing Bethany American Legion Post 507, donated an Infinity game board with an anti-blue light filter, gift cards to local restaurants, and several packages of t-shirts to the Danville Veterans Administration. Pictured is Sam Scott with Margie Hamilton, Volunteer Services. “This is something that we have done for many years to help out Illinois Veterans and provide for their needs.”
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HICF gives grant to the Life Center of Sullivan
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This grant was designated specifically for the Life Center food pantry, which continues to serve families in Moultrie County with consistency, compassion, and care. Dedicated volunteers and leaders ensure shelves are stocked, and neighbors are fed, not just during the holidays, but all year long. HICF has partnered with the Life Center before, and will continue to be inspired by the quiet, faithful way they meet real needs in Moultrie County.
To those seeking a way to support their work, the Life Center currently has a new forklift on its Christmas list to help with daily operations. That wish list can be found on the Heart of Illinois Community Foundation website for anyone who would like to help make that need a reality: heartofillinois.org/community-wish-list.
Riders and the Christmas Crew help provide a merry Christmas for all
Cold weather temps do not dampen winter fun
Photo by R.R. Best
On Sunday, December 14th, Harper Standerfer enjoys her sledding adventure on Cemetery Hill, Sullivan, despite a frigid temperature of only 2 degrees.
Food Pantry fundraiser
Last Friday, December 5th, was pick-up day for the 14th annual hand-dipped chocolate fundraiser for the Moultrie County Food Pantry. Friends of the Moultrie County Food Pantry sent out order forms to past fundraiser supporters, and the Flesor’s Candy Kitchen in Tuscola donated 20% of sales proceeds from those orders. This year’s fundraiser raised more than last year’s, reflecting both the delight in Flesor’s treats as well as the generosity of both Flesor’s and the community. The candy was delivered to the Sweet Vail Cafe in Sullivan for those who placed orders, allowing them to pick up their sweet treats locally. Pictured is Shelly Mossman picking up her goodies.