Sullivan Fire Protection District Receives Donation for Grain Bin Rescue Equipment

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The Sullivan Fire Protection District was presented with a check for $1,000 from South Central FS and Total Grain Marketing for grain bin rescue equipment on Wednesday, October 12. Pictured from left to right are Captain Tyler Wright, South Central FS, Inc. CEO and TGM General Manager Joe Meinhart, Fire Chief Larry Edwards and Assistant Fire Chief Chris Wright.

•October 19, 2022•
by Crystal Reed
NP Writer

The Sullivan Fire Protection District has a new tool to help them out when responding to grain bin rescues. South Central FS and Total Grain Marketing presented the fire district with a check for $1,000 which was applied to the purchase of a rescue grain auger. The auger may be used when a person becomes trapped in a grain bin.
The person trapped is placed inside the tube, and it removes the grain or other product surrounding them. According to Captain Tyler Wright, prior to this, if the department should have a rescue, crews would use old coffee cans to remove the product from around the victim. Wright noted that the Arthur Fire Department also has a rescue grain auger available to them as well. Read More

LTOTS to Host an Evening with John and Julie

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•October 19, 2022•
by Crystal Reed
NP Writer

The Little Theatre on The Square will host An Evening with John and Julie on Friday, October 28 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, October 30 at 2 p.m. The show was staged by Executive Producer John Stephens and Decatur native Julie McClarey-Smith. McClarey is the undefeated national Ragtime Piano Playing Award winner.
She will play a little bit of everything from Ragtime and the Bumble Boogie to classical music and praise hymn favorites. John will bring some of his past favorite roles back to life and also visit a medley of songs from roles in which he wishes he had been cast as well as some classic pop and country hits. Read More

Margie Pondo Memorial Coat Giveaway

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Margie Pondo Memorial Coat Giveaway
The annual Margie Pondo Memorial Goat Giveaway was held on Monday, October 3 and Tuesday, October 4 at the Sullivan American Legion. According to Jeri Davis, Over the two days, 145 plus families were helped with over 310 children outfitted for winter. Pictured are Memphis and Mason Harper, sons of Jamie Miller trying out their new winter gear.

Sullivan Elementary School Celebrates Fall Fundraiser Success

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Sullivan Elementary School Celebrates Fall Fundraiser Success
Sullivan Elementary students celebrated the success of the school’s fall fundraiser on Wednesday, October 5 with inflatable slides, obstacle courses and games. Throughout the day classes went outdoors to enjoy the weather and have fun. Sullivan Elementary School raised $21,383 during their fall fundraiser.

First Responders Appreciation Cookout

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First Responders Appreciation Cookout
Sullivan IGA held a First Responders Appreciation Cookout on Thursday, October 6. All local police, fire, paramedics and Moultrie County Dive Team members who attended received a free sandwich, chips and drink. Pictured are Pat Stinson, Seth Cobb, Nikki Schlieker, Gavin Sullivan and Sullivan Police Chief Andy Pistorius.

City Council Approves Pay Estimates and Change Order for Water Treatment Plant Project

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•October 12, 2022•
by Crystal Reed
NP Writer

The Sullivan City Council met Monday, October 10, and approved two pay estimates for the water treatment plant project and one change order. In new and unfinished business the agenda listed two items, but the item on Medicare Supplement and Prescription Drug Plan was tabled. The first pay estimate in the consent agenda was for $292,410 to Grunloh Construction Inc. Commissioner Chuck Woodworth was absent from the meeting.
The second pay estimate was for $154,068.93 to Grunloh Building, Inc. The change order was from Grunloh Building, Inc. for the water treatment project for a decrease of $58,615.13. The consent agenda was approved,
Verna and Roger Tice have a property on the west side of the square at 11 South Main. When Ms. Tice watched the City Council meeting, she was surprised to hear of the proposal to no longer allow residences on the first floor on the square. Tice said that at the last council meeting, it was said that the first floor was needed for businesses but noted she and her husband had only been approached once by someone wanting to establish a business. Read More

Dine with a Doc at Senior Center

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Dine with a Doc at Senior Center
On Tuesday, October 4, Dine with a Doc program offered by Senior Education Ministries was held at Mid-Illinois Senior Services. Dine with a Doc is a free program that welcomes the local senior public to hear an educational topic while enjoying a complimentary lunch. The program is a community effort of Senior Education Ministries, a doctor, a meal sponsor, area businesses and senior citizens. Each doctor has donated their time and various community businesses also participate by donating door prizes or providing the meal. This month’s guest doctor was L. Kaye DeSelms Dent (right), Doctor of Jurisprudence. Her law practice focuses on estate planning, probate, elder law and she is Medicaid Licensed in Illinois. She was joined for the presentation by Associate Attorney Erica Feldhake (left).

Mo. Co. Beacon Recognizes Consumers Employed in the Community

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Susan Rauch and Stan Parks both of Moultrie County Beacon share a moment during a program on Wednesday, October 5 that recognized that this month is National Disability Employment Awareness Month. During the program, Moultrie County Beacon consumers who are employed in the community enjoyed lunch and were recognized with awards.

•October 12, 2022•
by Crystal Reed
NP Writer

In recognition and celebration of this month being National Disability Employment Awareness Month, the Moultrie County Beacon had a luncheon for their consumers that are currently employed in the community. There are 13 people from the Beacon that are employed in the community at this time. Read More

House Blessing Held for Newest Habitat Home in Lovington

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Moultrie County Habitat for Humanity board members, volunteers and care-a-vanners outside the newest Habitat home in Lovington.

•October 12, 2022•
by Crystal Reed
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On Friday, October 7, the Franklin family was finally able to see what their new home looked like and receive the keys. Jennifer, Abbey and Maddox were presented with a Bible, American flag and house keys during the house blessing ceremony. According to Cheryl Thomas, Family Support sponsor, there were six or seven families interviewed this year in the process of determining who would partner with Habitat on the home. Read More