•August 7, 2024•
The annual Angler’s Tribute to Veterans started at 1pm Saturday, July 27th, celebrated the 5th anniversary of the event taking place, hosting a giveaway sponsored by The Boat Dock of a free boat giveaway. The event is an annual weekend celebration where 24 veterans have a weekend that is focused on honoring them for their service and dedication to the country.
•August 7, 2024•
“Cars! Cars! Cars!” will be presented by Donna Arendell of Sullivan at the August 15th program at the Moultrie County History Center at 7:00 pm. In her words, Arendell is a “certified gearhead through and through”, which grew while working as an insurance underwriter in Florida for twenty-five years. Read More
•August 7, 2024•
GriefShare, a grief support group, will be held at First Christian Church, 1357 CR 1200 E, Sullivan, each Tuesday from 6:00 to 8:00 pm, August 20 through November 12. If you have experienced the death of a family member or friend, you are invited to attend.
No matter what the circumstances, grief is a painful, confusing process. A GriefShare group is a safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult emotions of grief. At this 13-week support group program, you’ll discover what to expect in the days ahead, what’s “normal” in grief, and helpful ways of coping with grief. Read More
•August 7, 2024•
The SDS Summer Spectacular took place on Saturday August 3rd on the south side of the square. Featuring many fun things for adults and children alike, there was something for everyone on the square. Sullivan Dance Studio is no stranger to summer events and programs, having many different programs for children who need After-School Care, Summer Camps and No School Days.
Starting bright and early at nine in the morning, the square was heating up with the smell of tacos and the sound of laughter. Provided on the square was a taco food truck and sno cones for a delicious surprise. Even better than food there were tons of fun and unique things to try, ranging from face painting, glow in the dark mini golf, inflatable attractions, try us dance classes and a cash grab. Read More
•August 7, 2024•
Soyland Access to Independent Living, SAIL, will hold a Personal Assistant Training for people interested in working as a Personal Assistant on Thursday, August 15, beginning at 1 pm at the Elizabeth Titus Memorial Library, 2 Water Street, Sullivan. Personal Assistants are employed by people with disabilities to perform household chores and personal care tasks in their homes and are paid by the State of Illinois through the Department of Rehabilitation Program. A reservation is needed to attend the Personal Assistant Training. For more information about the Personal Assistant Training or to reserve your seat, contact Emily Dobson at 217-876-8888 or 800-358-8080 or email edobson@decatursail.com
•August 7, 2024•
The Lovington Park board threw a children’s Park Rec week from Monday, July 22nd to Friday, July 26th. Each day celebrated a different fun thing for the children to do. Filled with multiple food venders from none other than the locally popular Pauly’s BBQ, Lovington Casey’s General, Lovington Dollar General and Kona Ice. The park board helping hand and child supervision team consisted of Jennifer, Aleena, Chilton Ingram, Krista Hale, Gabby Hutchercraft, Zeb Peck, Maddix, Owen Crum and Logan Mitchell. Donyell Morgan, provided the material and budget for the park board to produce this community event Monday, the first day of Park Rec, was simple games and crafts at the park. Offering giant bowling, building blocks, side walk chalk and new friends. Tuesday, was a wild day. The kids attending got to meet the creatures and their care takers from Aikman Wildlife. The crafts for the day included a painting Tom the Snake, friendship bracelets and a surprise snack of spaghetti. Wednesday was a massive hit for the heating up summer, water day filled with games and splashing fun with blow up water slides. There was never a dry moment. Thursday was community day, taking children on a trip around Lovington to see what the grown ups do all day. Stopping by the Library and the Fire House, seeing and even getting to stand on a fire truck and ambulance. Friday, the Lovington Park Board went above and beyond, hosting a Carnival Day for the children. Offering hotdogs, popcorn and nachos as snack options, the kids showed up in their tie-dye shirts that they made as a craft on the first day of the week. Complete with a carnival snack stand, ring toss mock games and inflatable prizes.
•July 31, 2024•
Arthur’s beloved atmosphere for all things homemade and baked goods really makes an appearance during the fall season with the annual opening of The Great Pumpkin Patch. Opening dates were posted by the Facebook group Illinois Foodies, stating plans were to open on September 18th. Offering guests a traditional bakery, pumpkin patches, mazes, live music, animals food and beautiful art displays all with the luxury of being dog friendly. The bakery being open year around offers many different types of sweet treats, peach cobblers, apple pies, pumpkin bread and many different types of cakes. The patch opened to the public in 1989, however the family business has been growing pumpkins since the 70s, with a photo being posted to the patch’s Facebook page of their first homegrown pumpkin carved in 1978. This year the patch has gained a few new farm animals, a donkey and some goats to add to the ever growing cast at the patch. Though the patch is still young, this year marks the 35th anniversary.
•July 31, 2024•
Sue Yarnell and Kala Cesar attended the Psi Iota Xi National Convention in Fort Wayne, Indiana, June 22-23, 2024. The theme for the conventions was “Forged Together in Friendship Love and Loyalty”. They celebrated the accomplishments of this charitable organization led by Rhonda McNall-Crisenbery, National President. Read More
•July 31, 2024•
The Windsor CUSD #1 school district has two important dates coming in August. August 12th will be the Open House from 4-6pm at all the schools. The very next day, August 13th is the first day of school. Students during the first week are expected to have an early dismissal of 2pm for the 13th through the 16th.
•July 31, 2024•
The Village of Bethany on July 10th posted a message on the village FaceBook page expressing they are looking into and getting ready for the next open house. For previous open houses Bethany has already done a lemonade stand, cookies and punch, cupcakes and donuts, easter crafts, cookies and cocoa and ice cream sundaes. The village hosts these open house events as a fun and enjoyable experience for all ages and overall be an inviting experience to those who are new. Bethany is currently taking ideas on what the next event should have, to submit ideas or opinions on previous events please message Village of Bethany, IL on FaceBook or visit villageofbethany.com/contact-us for more options.