•July 13, 2022•
COVID-19 vaccines for patients ages six months and older are now available at HSHS Medical Group drive-thru locations.
HSHS Medical Group provides COVID-19 vaccines and testing to the public at drive-thru locations in Decatur, Springfield and O’Fallon. Appointments are required for all vaccine doses and testing.
Established patients may receive vaccines and testing at some primary care clinics. Call your local HSHS Medical Group primary care office to check availability.
How to make a vaccine appointment
It is free and easy to create a MyHSHS account and schedule an appointment online:
Go to www.myhshs.org. Read More
Decatur Audubon Society to Meet
•July 13, 2022•
The Decatur Audubon Society invites members and interested persons to its second summer general meeting on Sunday, July 17, at 4:00 p.m. At 2:00 p.m. they will carpool and caravan from the Route 36 Rural King north side parking area to the Red Tail Ranch, 7699 E 1000th Road, Paris, IL. Then will take 800th Road south off of IL Hwy. 133, about four miles east of Redman. Look for a long rectangular grove of trees. Bring folding chairs. Read More
ALAH Semester 2 High Honors and Honor Roll
•July 13, 2022•
Seniors
High Honors: Austin Abercrombie, Katelyn Ahrendt, Maxwell Allen, Casey Benedict, Cheyenne Chupp, McKayla Custer, Quentin Day, Jacob Duzan, Reginald Edmonds, Brook Frantz, Delaney Gillis, Joshua Gingerich, Jace Green, Makayla Harshbarger, Kade Herschberger, Piper Johnson, Ryli Kauffman, Tiffany McClain, Gavin Mechling, Alexa Miller, Hailey Miller, Shaylie Miller Michaela Powell, Jordan Pratt, Sarah Rafferty, Emma Sausman, Melyne Sherwood, Daisy Taylor, Quinn Taylor, Elizabeth Tighe, Trey Wardrip, Zackary Woodard, Mackenzie Wright, Kaitlyn Zander.
Honor Roll: Brooke Clark, Thomas Conour, Zarek Fultz, Layna Kapp, Mallory Nichols, Payton Rawlins, Kelly Toto, Jacob Vitale.
Juniors Read More
Historical Events and Places of Interest
•July 13, 2022•
By Jerry L. Ginther
NP Guest Writer
While growing up in Sullivan, IL has provided me with plenty of nostalgia to write about over the years, the state itself is rich in nostalgia with historical events and many sites to visit. To those of us who were born there her nicknames “Land of Lincoln,” and “The Prairie State” revive significant feelings of pride when we see or hear them.
Prior to the Civil War, and for several years afterward, the Illinois prairie was the western frontier. During the growth and expansion of the country the Illinois Central Railroad was instrumental in settling and populating the state by selling off the land provided by the federal government land grant of 1851. This grant was a charter for the construction of the railroad to span the entire length of the state. Read More
What does it mean to be 18?
•July 13, 2022•
By Jim Baumann
NP Guest Writer
If you were looking for a little levity today, you should probably turn to the Comics section. After the week we had last week, my funny bone has gone numb.
Let’s see if I can still deliver some knowledge or clear up some questions for you anyway.
Bob Kopp hadn’t written to me in many moons, so he saved up like a squirrel with a cheekful of acorns. I’ll try answer one of his four questions:
“When is an 18-year-old a teen or when is he a man? I’ve observed any number of articles describing individuals as either a teen or a man when the person’s age is 18. Is there a policy or is it simply at the writers discretion?” Read More
Remember When? 7-13-2022
25 Years Ago This Week
A heartwarming 1930-style comedy featuring the music of George Gershwin was the next show at the Little Theatre On The Square. “Crazy For You” is set in the Depression area West and is loosely based on the Gershwins’ musical Girl Crazy. Playing the lead roles were Dane Whitlock and Kim Reed.
Speedie Lube was open for business across from McDonald’s in Sullivan.
All-Type Vacuum and Janitorial Supplies opened on West Jackson Street in Sullivan. Read More
Menu 7-6-2022
Senior Peace Meal
For additional information or for reservations, please call 1-800-543-1770
July 11 - Grilled Marinated Chicken Patty, Sweet Potatoes, Broccoli, Summer Fruit, Bun
July 12 - Swiss Steak w/Peppers, Onions and Tomatoes, Tater Tots, Seasoned Cauliflower, Whole Grain Bread, Surprise Dessert
July 13 - Brat, German Potato Salad, Corn, Black Bean, Tomato Medley, Peaches, Bun
July 14 - Meatloaf
Mashed Potatoes w/Gravy, Seasoned Green Beans, 5-Cup Salad, Whole Grain Bread
July 15 - Chicken Alfredo, Buttered Peas, Diced Carrots, Romaine Salad w/Dressing
Moultrie County Retired Teachers Association Meets
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Jesse Kirk is one of two recipients of the Moultrie County Retired Teachers scholarships for this year. The other recipient of the $500 scholarship was Lily Graham.
•July 6, 2022•
The Moultrie County Retired Teachers Association met recently at the First United Methodist Church, Sullivan, IL. President Jane McKown welcomed members and guests before leading the Pledge of Allegiance.
Connie Dunscomb introduced Jim Barr, representing the Illinois Retired Teachers Association. He announced that Addison Graham, Sullivan, and a Special Education major at Illinois State University, was awarded the Area 5 State Scholarship. Connie and Jim spoke highly of Addison and stated that he had received many excellent letters of recommendation. Addison was unable to attend the meeting. President McKown urged members to look at the IRTA Website for information on the Foundation and that a picture and a paragraph of Addison’s education plans have been posted there, along with other area winners. Read More
LLC to Offer New Crime Scene Technician Program
•July 6, 2022•
Lake Land College will be offering a new Crime Scene Technician program beginning in Fall 2022. The program is offered as a one-year certificate stackable with other Criminal Justice programs.
Crime scene technicians are in high demand with a 14% national growth according to Career Coach, and Lake Land College will be one of few institutions in the state to offer such a program. Read More
July is Extreme Heat Safety Month
•July 6, 2022•
The Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) is sharing tips to beat the heat because July is Extreme Heat Safety Month. “We’ve already had 100 °+ temperatures for several days in June, and it’s clear that extreme heat is dangerous,” said IEMA Deputy Director Scott Swinford. “Take precautions and reduce your risk to avoid heat exhaustion by staying cool and well hydrated.”
High temperatures paired with significant humidity can lead to increased risks of heat cramps, heat illness, heat stroke, and heat exhaustion.
Take breaks in the shade
Drink plenty of water Read More