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On Sunday, December 14th, Harper Standerfer enjoys her sledding adventure on Cemetery Hill, Sullivan, despite a frigid temperature of only 2 degrees.
Cold weather temps do not dampen winter fun
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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.
Sweet reward for braving temps
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On Friday, December 5th, at Sullivan’s Christmas parade on the Square, 1st Community Bank of Moultrie County, handed out candy to attendees. Pictured L-R: Aeriana Bacon, Kim Smith, Diane Waggoner, and Cindy Richardson.
Sparrow’s annual tradition
Supporters of Sparrows Unlimited gathered at the East End in Lovington on Saturday, November 22nd, to fill and deliver nearly two hundred fruit boxes in and around the Lovington community. This annual Thanksgiving tradition is Sparrow’s way of recognizing their local senior residents.
Metro Christmas Tree goes up
Okay Valley celebrates Veterans Day
OVHS fall Senior Night
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Okaw Valley held their fall senior night on October 20th at the volleyball game. Those honored included marching band, golf, football cheer and volleyball. Pictured are Gracie Plummer and Reese Bruns from the volleyball team.
Okaw Valley Homecoming Court
The 2025 Okaw Valley Homecoming Dance will be held on Saturday, October 18th, in the OVHS gym from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., with coordination prior to the dance at 6:45 p.m.
The 2025 Homecoming Court: Front - Freshman Attendant Jonnie Hart, Junior Attendant Sophia Tice, Queen Candidates Kate Stauder, Aubree McBride, Ava Harshman, and Reese Bruns, and Sophomore Attendant Ellie Fitzgerald. Back - Freshman Attendant Jonathan Cazel, Junior Attendant Kwame Calhoun, King Candidates Braden Montgomery, Brady McQuilling, Wyatt Hildebrandt, Tucker Montgomery, and Sophomore Attendant Cole Holthaus.
Sullivan Fast Stop rewards new drivers
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On Thursday, September 25th, Cheryl Coddington, Manager of Sullivan’s Fast Stop, presented Sullivan High School Principal Mr. Allen with seventy-seven $10.00 gift cards and complimentary drink coupons to be awarded to students who successfully pass their Illinois driver’s license tests. This gift is intended to reward and recognize the diligence and perseverance of these students. This is Fast Stop’s first year rewarding new drivers.
SHS Royalty
Aiden Burgess and Lily Moxley were named 2025 Sullivan Homecoming King and Queen at halftime of the Redskin football game last Friday night. Sullivan dropped a tough defensive battle with the ALAH Knights 14-7