The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is offering a way to celebrate National Public Lands Day 2013. September 28 marks the 20th anniversary of National Public Lands Day. Read More
Courtyard Estates to Celebrate Five Years with Outdoor Celebration
Courtyard Estates of Sullivan will be celebrating their five year anniversary this month and to thank its residents, families and the community, will be hosting an all day outdoor celebration on Saturday September 28. Read More
J-Creek Breakfast Cancellation
The breakfast that was originally scheduled for this Saturday at Jonathan Creek Church, as part of a celebration of Pastor Tim Henderson’s first year anniversary, has been cancelled. It will be rescheduled for a later date that has yet to be determined.
Historical Meeting September 19
The Moultrie County Historical and Genealogical Society will hold their monthly general meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday, September 19 in the Heritage Center located at 117 E. Harrison St. in Sullivan. Read More
J-Creek Celebrates
On Saturday, September 21, Jonathan Creek Christian Church will host a breakfast 7-10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 21 to honor Pastor Tim Henderson’s first anniversary with the church. Read More
SPD Labor Day Campaign Stops
Declaring its participation in Illinois’ annual “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” drunk driving crackdown a major success, the Sullivan Police Department reported that more than 15 seat belt citations were made during the enforcement period that ran from August 16 to September 2. Read More
Loy Benefit Sept. 22
A benefit is set for September 22 at the Sullivan American Legion for Paula Loy, who has been fighting breast and bone cancer for four years. The cancer has since progressed to her brain, and though no more treatments are being sought, the benefit looks to raise money to help allow Loy a suitable stay at her home.
The benefit will kickoff at 1 p.m., with a card gun raffle-riffle starting shortly thereafter.
An auction will then begin at 2 p.m. with the following items and more to be featured: 100 gallons of propane, Agri-Fab Chip-n-Vac fully assembled, airplane ride, flat screen TV, custom made fishing rod, Illini football tickets, Cub-Cardinal tickets, antique hutch and rocker, i-Pad, seven tons of white rock, black dirt, and sand, a load of mulch, rounds of golf, and gift cards.
A bake sale and 50/50 raffle will also be featured, and a meal consisting of BBQ and Italian beef sandwiches, with chips, baked beans, and brownies will be served starting at 4:30 p.m. Meal tickets are $8 or two for $15.
For more information or to donate, contact Edna Bailey at 251-978-8456, Jodi Phelps at 217-259-1319, or Hope Shaffer at 217-254-3251.
AARP Driver Safety Class
Decatur Memorial Hospital will host an AARP Driver Safety Class 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday, Sept. 16 in the Decatur Memorial Hospital Classroom Complex. For more information, including class fees or to register, call DMH Prime Time at 217-876-2191.
OVHS Homecoming Sept. 16-21
Submitted by Jeni Yantis
This year’s homecoming court includes: Front–Freshman attendant Chloe Weybright, Sophomore attendant Madison Fox, Senior Queen Candidates Shelby Dash, Abigail Weybright, Emily Scott, and Mollee Decesaro and Junior attendant Keeley Benning. Back–Freshman attendant Brendon Lane, Sophomore attendant Brandon Peters, Senior King candidates Kainan Bushert, Luke Anstrom, Dillon Walker and Brody Sparks and Junior attendant Justin Vander Burgh.
by Bonnie Scott
The Okaw Valley High School Student Council has announced their annual Homecoming Week as September 16-21.
The overall theme to this year’s Okaw Valley homecoming festivities is “Rock of the Ages”. Each day will highlight a special theme at OVHS, and students are encouraged to participate accordingly. The week kicks off with Monday as “Dude Looks Like a Lady” day. Tuesday is “Rock Star Day”, where students are to dress as their favorite rock star. Wednesday’s theme is “Class Color Day” with the “Powder Puff” football games beginning at 7 p.m., and concessions will be available. Thursday is “International Music Day”, where students are to represent music from their favorite country. Read More
New Food Pantry in Bethany
Submitted by Vicki Osman
The Bethany Ministerial Society has launched a new community food pantry. The group of ministers, seeing a need for food security in their community, wasted no time in setting things into motion.
The new food pantry is located in the First Christian Church at the S. St. John St. entrance. It is open 5-8 p.m. the last Tuesday of each month
Each family that comes will receive breakfast items, macaroni and cheese, beans, fruits, vegetables, a starch, a packaged meal, toiletries, and miscellaneous items. Read More