•May 13, 2026•

On Tuesday, May 5th, Rodney Wildman, RPSGT at Sarah Bush Lincoln Hospital, gave a presentation at the Mid-Illinois Senior Center in Sullivan titled “Basics of Sleep: Sleep Disorders” to a completely packed house for MISS’s monthly ‘Dine with a Doc’ presentation. Not only were all set spaces filled, but new ones were created at the table ends to accommodate all in attendance.

Blending humor, audience engagement, and solid knowledge, Mr. Wildman discussed the topic of sleep and its disorders to a rapt audience. He stressed that not only the amount, but also the quality of sleep mattered and impacted everything from mental and emotional readiness, cognitive health, and physical health. How much sleep a person needs depends on age and overall health, and as we age, the good quality sleep of our younger years may become elusive.

•April 8, 2026•

 Illinois Ext supports adults: long-term health   Millions of adults in the United States live with chronic conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, and hypertension, often facing daily challenges that affect their health, mobility, and overall quality of life. Managing these conditions requires reliable information, practical tools, and ongoing support to help individuals make informed decisions and maintain long-term health. 

Peggy Roley

Peggy Roley, of Ft. Myers, Florida, formerly of Sullivan, passed away Friday, March 14, 2025 in Ft. Myers.

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At a special meeting on May 4th, after the culmination of more than an hour of discussion, the Okaw Valley School Board assigned Superintendent Kent Stauder what amounts to a mini research project, some of which will deal with the possibility of closing the elementary school in Bethany.

A group of Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond High School students placed first overall at the annual Business and Computer Contest at Lake Land College. Those were Coach Amanda Romine, Samantha Landers, Christy Allen, Jeremy Plank, Avery Schrock, Beth Lambdin, Elyse Harris, and Brooke Tabb.

Doris Ann Cazel

Doris Ann Cazel, 83, of Sullivan, IL, passed away Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center, Mattoon, IL.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, March 3, 2025, at Howe and Yockey Funeral Home, Shelbyville, IL, with Rev. Bob Vail officiating. Visitation will be from 4:00-6:00 p.m. Sunday, March 2, 2025, in the funeral home. Burial will be in Brunswick Cemetery, Westervelt, IL. Memorials may be given to the Sullivan Fire Department. 
Doris was born on December 27, 1941, near Westervelt, IL, the daughter of John William “Bill” and Florence Oney (Summers) Stretch. She graduated from Findlay High School in 1960 and earned her bachelor’s degree in education from Eastern Illinois University in Charleston. Doris married Richard W. “Dick” Cazel in 1964, in Westervelt, IL. She began working as a substitute teacher, and later taught grade school in Arthur and Romeoville, IL. She returned to central Illinois and worked as a librarian in the Lovington school district.  Doris finished her career in education at Sullivan Elementary School, where she taught first grade. Doris enjoyed yardwork, gardening, and could often be found at local yard sales. She was a member of Allenville Christian Church and was always willing to help anyone in need.
Doris is survived by her son, John Wesley Cazel of Sullivan, IL; daughter, Maria Goad (Tim) of Sullivan, IL; brothers, Oscar, Tom, and Gary; sisters, Elsie, Carol, and Leota; two grandchildren, Hannah Blair Bonebrake (Kaleb) of Windsor, IL, and Noah Wayne Goad of Sullivan, IL; and two great grandchildren, Blair and Beau Bonebrake of Windsor, IL. 
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Dick; brothers, Monte and Dale; and sister, Emma.  
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