Photo by R.R. Best
SHS Graduates’ Parade
Sullivan High School Class of 2020 had a parade to commemorate a most unusual school year. Seniors gathered in their vehicles at the high school at 2:30 p.m. Sunday with the parade circling the square allowing well wishers to maintain social distancing while recognizing the graduates. Valedictory and salutatory addresses were played online, and on radio during the parade, as were the announcement of each graduate. Due to inclement weather each graduate marched across the high school gym in a private diploma presentation which included up to seven guests of the graduating senior.

Photo by R.R. Best
On the Lake
As the weather continues to improve and stay at home restrictions relax families are starting to enjoy the open air. Last weekend Lake Shelbyville’s vast water surface allowed boasters to enjoy the break in the weather without endangering personal space.

Photo by Mike Brothers
Food Pantry Donation
Moultrie County Clerk Georgia England (right) was honored to present Norma Piper, a volunteer at the CEFS Moultrie County Food Pantry with a $500 check given by the county clerk’s recording vendor. Fidlar Technologies owners Ernie Riggen and Dave Steil stated they understand the responsibilities of the Recorder’s offices and the necessity to keep functioning during the challenges presented during the Coronavirus crisis. “In these trying times, we believe it’s important to give back and support the communities who are so vital to our customers. In the end, your communities are also part of our communities. We encourage you to promote and share with them everything that your office has accomplished.” Filar owners stated as they offered $500 to the charity of the Recorder’s choice.

Photo by Ellen Ferrera
Food Donations Delivered
Donations received at the Sullivan Senior Center went to good use on Friday. Kathi Garvey, Executive Director Mid-Illinois Senior Center in Sullivan, staff and volunteers delivered nearly 100 pantry boxes full of food to senior citizens throughout Sullivan. “We received many donations of money so we purchased items at cost from IGA,” Garvey began. “The Moultrie County Food Pantry donated other items to make up the boxes. We are so grateful to Pat Stinson at IGA and Lisa White from the food pantry for their generous donations.” Included in each box were eggs, milk, cheese, deli meats, bread, canned goods, boxed dinners, TP, paper towels, cans of tuna, cereal, peanut butter and much more.

Photo by Mike Brothers
Sycamore at Tabor
Mayor Richard Glazebrook and Sullivan Park Supt. Ed Moody wrestled a Sycamore tree into its new home at Tabor Park on April 20. The new tree commemorates Earth Day Wednesday, April 22 and was donated to the park from the mayor’s back yard.