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Spring concert

News Progress Posted on May 6, 2026 by webmasterMay 6, 2026

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On Tuesday, April 28th, under the direction of Dr. Ian Kinkley, Band Director, the Sullivan Band Program presented its symphonious Spring Band concert, titled “Evening Escapes,” which showcased the magnificent and diverse talents of the Sullivan 6th, 7th and 8th grade bands, combined with the Sullivan High School Band and Jazz Band. 

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Sullivan Royalty

News Progress Posted on April 29, 2026 by webmasterApril 29, 2026

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SHS Prom court:(L to R): Front Row - King - Owen Smith, Queen - Kate Bushue, Back Row - Devon Richardson, 2025 King Lucas Floyd, Carter Thurston, Johnathon Iacobazzi, Riane Bear, Caden Saul, James Feldkamp, Eiley Poe, Emily Crosier, and 2025 Queen Katilyn Kirby.

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OVHS 2026 Prom Court

News Progress Posted on April 22, 2026 by webmasterApril 22, 2026

Front row: (L to R) Katelin Livingston, Reese Bruns, Aubree McBride, and Ava Harshman. Back Row: (L to R) Brady McQuilling, Ames Drollinger, Tucker Montgomery, and Wyatt Hildebrandt. This year’s Prom will be held on April 25th, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Mt. Zion Convention Center.

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SHS Prom candidates

News Progress Posted on April 15, 2026 by webmasterApril 15, 2026
King Candidates are Caden Saul, James Feldkamp, Carter Thurston, Owen Smith, and Johnathon Iacobazzi
Queen Candidates are Eiley Poe, Riane Bear, Devon Richardson, Emily Crosier, Kate Bushue
Prom will take place Saturday, April 18th, from 8:00 to 11:00 p.m. at Building 1225 in Sullivan.
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Easter ham donation

News Progress Posted on April 1, 2026 by webmasterApril 1, 2026

Kirby Foods employees delivered Easter hams to the Moultrie County Food Pantry Monday, March 30th, made possible due to a generous anonymous donation. These hams will provide a delicious, healthy and much-needed entrée for many Easter dinners this holiday. Pictured left to right: Jake Golden, new Sullivan store manager, Cameron Eccles, and Shawn Eccles.

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Wiley an FFA STAR

News Progress Posted on March 25, 2026 by webmasterMarch 25, 2026
On March 21st, Sullivan High School student and FFA member Kolton Wiley competed at the State Awards Day at Mt. Zion, showcasing his skills in Agriculture Mechanics Repair and Maintenance, Entrepreneurship, as well as STAR in Agribusiness. Kolton earned the title of State Winner in his proficiency area and will be recognized at the State Convention.
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Honorable mention award

News Progress Posted on March 11, 2026 by webmasterMarch 11, 2026

Sullivan High School student Claire Kursell recently participated in the Central Illinois High School Art Exhibition at Millikin University. She received an honorable mention for her piece, “Bride of Frankenstein”. 

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Dawkins NEHS submission wows 

News Progress Posted on March 4, 2026 by webmasterMarch 4, 2026
Mae Dawkins, a Sullivan High School senior and member of the National English Honor Society, was recently informed that she is a national winner of the NEHS Intellectual Freedom Challenge, a prestigious competition that encourages NEHS members to craft compelling arguments defending texts that have faced challenges and bans. Her essay scored among some of the best submissions in the nation by university professors. May was awarded a certificate and a $150 dollar prize.
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Valentine’s Day breakfast at Heritage

News Progress Posted on February 18, 2026 by webmasterFebruary 17, 2026


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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.

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Creative activity on a day off from school

News Progress Posted on February 11, 2026 by webmasterFebruary 11, 2026
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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.
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Photo by R.R. Best

On Tuesday, April 28th, under the direction of Dr. Ian Kinkley, Band Director, the Sullivan Band Program presented its symphonious Spring Band concert, titled “Evening Escapes,” which showcased the magnificent and diverse talents of the Sullivan 6th, 7th and 8th grade bands, combined with the Sullivan High School Band and Jazz Band. 


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