•May 6, 2020•
May is Foster Parent Appreciation Month in Illinois, a time to thank the thousands of foster families across the state that have opened their homes to provide a temporary safe haven to abused and neglected children who have been placed in the care of the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services by local courts.
Each year, an average of 4,000 children from across the state, of all ages, backgrounds and abilities, are taken into temporary state care when their home life is unsafe. DCFS works with the family to make the positive changes necessary to reunite with their children while foster families step up and provide homes where the children are protected, nurtured and loved. Read More
Illinois Temperatures and Precipitation Fluctuated in April
•May 6, 2020•
The first half of April had above average temperatures in Illinois, but the cold predominated in the second half, according to Illinois State Climatologist Trent Ford at the University of Illinois’ Illinois State Water Survey.
The preliminary statewide average April temperature was 49.2 degrees, 3.4 degrees below the 30-year normal.
The preliminary statewide average total April precipitation was 4.36 inches, 0.58 inches above the 30-year normal.
Average temperatures from April 1 to 10 ranged from 1 to 6 degrees above normal across the state. A strong cold front moved through the region between April 9 and 11 with unseasonably cold air. Average temperatures between April 11 and 20 ranged from 5 to 15 degrees below normal.
Overall, April average temperatures ranged from the low 30s in northern Illinois to the mid-50s in southern Illinois. April ended the consecutive four-month streak of warmer than normal months going back to December 2019. Read More
Remember When? 5-6-2020
25 Years Ago This Week
Three local educators have been honored with the Education Is the Key Award from the office of Regional Superintendent of Education John McNary.
Sullivan school district superintendent Richard Voltz, Lovington high school principal Judy Uphoff and Bethany fourth grade teacher Margaret Overlot received individual honors for their contributions to eduction.
Several Moultrie countians won the Lake Land College Foundation Photography Contest.
William Zoetvelt of Sullivan won for Autumn Haze.
Three Lovington photographers won: Amber Atteberrry for “Jumping Coach”; Lewis Lingafelter for “The Girl” and Johnny M. Smith for “Things are Not What They Seem”. Read More
COUNTRY Financial Rep. Houser Makes All American Team
•May 6, 2020•
COUNTRY Financial Representative Elizabeth Houser of Sullivan has earned a position on the insurance groups distinguished All American team.
Houser is among a select group of top COUNTRY Financial agency managers and financial representatives who qualified for the award. COUNTRY Financial has more than 2,000 agency managers and financial representatives in 17 states. Read More
Make Mother’s Day Special
•May 6, 2020•
Each and every day a new woman becomes a mother for the first time or all over again. Being a mother changes a person’s life in dramatic ways.
Mother’s Day is a great time of year to honor mothers and attempt to give back just a portion of the tireless love and devotion moms offer their children. Some children provide large gestures, while others feel it’s the little things that can help a mom to feel appreciated. For those needing a little inspiration on treating their mothers in special ways, consider these ideas.
· Make mom a breakfast in bed with her favorite morning treats.
· Enjoy a movie at home with mom. Let her pick the flick and share her favorite film with you. Read More
IDES Instructs 1099 Workers to Apply for Benefits
•May 6, 2020•
The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) today released new instructions for 1099 workers who have lost work due to COVID-19. Workers who believe they may be eligible for new federal benefits under the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) program, must first apply for regular unemployment insurance before applying for benefits under PUA when a new application portal opens on May 11, 2020 via the IDES website. Read More
Menu 5-6-2020
Senior Peace Meal
For additional information or for reservations, please call 1-800-543-1770
Monday, May 11 - Sausage and Gravy, Mini Potato Bakers, Warm Fruit Compote, Biscuits, Fruit Juice
Tuesday, May 12 - Taco Salad w/Meat, Cheese, Beans, Lettuce, Tomato, Sour Cream & Taco Sauce, Sliced Peaches, Taco Chips, Pudding
Wednesday, May 13 - Pepper Beef over Brown Rice, Peas and Carrots, Warm Cinnamon Baked Apples, Whole Grain Wheat, Fresh Fruit
Thursday, May 14 - Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes w/Gravy, Breaded Tomatoes, Dinner Roll, Mandarin Oranges
Friday, May 15 - Roasted Pork Loin, Baked Beans, Sicilian Veggie Mix, Apricots, Whole Grain Wheat, Graham Crackers
Lake Land College Celebrates Virtual Commencement Ceremony
•May 6, 2020•
Lake Land College is pleased to announce it will be honoring graduates at the first-ever Lake Land College Virtual Commencement Ceremony on June 18, 2020 at 6 p.m.
Graduates will soon receive a Laker Grad Pack in the mail with celebratory gifts from the college and Alumni Association, as well as a cap, tassel and diploma cover.
Information on how graduates can upload photos and name pronunciation to participate in the virtual ceremony will be shared via Lake Land College email addresses as well as on the website and social media. Graduates are asked to take note of the deadlines which are May 26 for the phonetic submission and June 5 for the registration and photo submission. Read More
Menu 4-29-2020
Senior Peace Meal
For additional information or for reservations, please call 1-800-543-1770
Monday, May 4 - Swiss Beef Pattie, Ranch Potatoes, Midori Blend Veggies, Whole Grain Wheat, Mandarin Oranges
Tuesday, May 5 - Creamed Chicken w/Green Onion & Pimento, Italian Green Beans, Biscuits, Sliced Pineapple
Wednesday, May 6 - Ham Loaf, Frosted Sweet Potatoes, Seasoned Peas, Gelatin w/Fruit, Rye Bread, Oatmeal Cookie w/Raisins
Thursday, May 7 - Mostacioli w/Meat Sauce, Romaine Salad w/Dressing Pkt. , Mixed Vegetables, Dinner Roll, Fruit Juice
Friday May 8 - Swedish Meatballs, Mashed Potatoes, Spinach, Whole Grain Wheat, Fruit Pie
New Board Members Named for First Community Bank of Moultrie County
Brad Wheeler
•April 29, 2020•
Ray Duncan, Chairman of the Board of Directors of First Community Bank of Moultrie County is pleased to announce the election of two new board members to the bank’s board of directors. The new directors are Linda Carlton-Huber, and Brad Wheeler, both of Sullivan.
Carlton-Huber is President and Owner of CF & H Insurance Agency, Inc. She has been in the insurance business since 1984, and has owned the agency since 2018. She is also the president of the Sullivan Chamber and Economic Development. Linda resides in Sullivan with her husband Rudy, and has two children and 8 grandchildren.
Linda Carlton-Huber
Wheeler, a lifelong resident of Sullivan, graduated from Southern Illinois University in 1984, and has since been employed by the Earl Walker Company, Inc. in Sullivan. Brad and his wife Tammie have two children and one grandchild.
“Both Linda and Brad will be great additions to First Community Bank of Moultrie County’s Board of Directors. They bring a great deal of experience and knowledge of how to run a business and have long-term interest in what happens in our communities in Moultrie County” said Chairman Duncan.