Those interested in politics and the 19th century may wish to drop in at 2 p.m. Sunday, September 1, at Homestead Prairie Farm as Professor Dan Monroe of Millikin University presents “Running for Office in the 1800s”. Read More
“As state leaders continue to put off work on necessary pension reform, Moody’s Investors Service has more bad news for Illinois,” said Illinois State Treasurer Dan Rutherford. Moody’s has downgraded $1.56 billion of debt issued by the University of Illinois, and lowered the ratings on six other state universities including Illinois State University, Southern Illinois University, Eastern Illinois University, Western Illinois University, Northeastern Illinois University and Governors State University. Read More
Soil moisture continued to decline across Illinois with levels at two inches, 27 percent lower on August 15 than those from July 15, according to Jennie Atkins, Water and Atmospheric Resources Monitoring (WARM) Program Manager at the Prairie Research Institute, Illinois State Water Survey, University of Illinois.
Soil moisture in the state averaged 0.17 water fraction by volume (wfv) at depths of two inches on August 15, which is significantly lower than the historical average of 0.25 wfv. Levels dropped throughout the state with central Illinois having the lowest numbers, averaging 0.14 wfv or just at the wilting point for most soils measured. Read More
The following 4-H members received awards during the Illinois State Fair 4-H competitions: Read More
An informational meeting regarding membership with the Girl Scouts will be held 6:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, August 28 at the First United Methodist Church in Sullivan. Read More
The public is invited to a men’s fellowship breakfast to be held at Solid Rock Chapel in Sullivan Saturday, September 14. Read More
Forty-three new practical nurses were welcomed to the nursing field at a recent pinning ceremony held at Lake Land College, including four from the immediate area. Read More
A free workshop about the many new initiatives in the public schools and their effect on children is scheduled from 6:30 to 8 p.m. August 27 at the Urbana Free Library Auditorium, 200 W. Green St. Read More
The eighth annual meeting of the member and shareholders of the Okaw Farmers Cooperative, Inc. will be held on Thursday, August 22 at the Yoder's Kitchen Restaurant in Arthur.
A dinner will be served between 4:30-6:30 p.m. preceding the business meeting, which will begin at approximately 7 p.m.
Tony Brown, president of the board of directors of Okaw Farmers Cooperative will outline goals for the company's future.
Jeff Myers, general manager, will discuss the operations of the company.
This Saturday, a memorial benefit for the late Mike Leonard will be held at the Sullivan VFW.
A hog roast and DJ services by Tiger Rose Productions will be featured. The meal will begin at 4:30 p.m. and include pulled pork, potato salad, baked beans, and chips and dessert. An auction featuring a STIHL electric weedeater, tools, collectable toys, porcelain dolls, and other items, will be conducted by Dave's Family Auctions and a 50/50 drawing and raffle will also be featured.
Proceeds will go to the family to help offset unpaid expenses following Leonard's unexpected passing May 19.
To make a donation, call 217-619-6863 or 217-254-4524.