Burcham to be guest speaker at Dine with a Doc®

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•July 1, 2026• In the rush of our daily routines, it is a rare gift to simply pause, take a deep breath, and let the quiet beauty of the world wash over us. Imagine sitting outdoors on a warm summer morning, the gentle scent of seasonal blooms drifting through the air, while the soft, melodic song of a backyard bird reminds us to be completely present in the moment. It is in this spirit of peace, renewal, and gentle connection that Senior Education Ministries, Inc. invites local seniors, veterans, caregivers, and community members to a tranquil afternoon of fellowship. This … Read More

Obituaries 7-1-2026: Mary Lane

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Mary Lane Mary N. Dotson Lane, 90, passed away peacefully Sunday, June 14, 2025, at her home in Gulf Shores, Alabama, surrounded by her loving family following complications from a stroke and long-term battle with severe arthritis. … Read More

Obituaries 7-1-2026: Cameron Crowe

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Cameron Crowe Cameron Michael Crowe, 19, of Sullivan, passed away at 1:03 p.m. Thursday, June 25, 2026 in Sullivan. Celebration of Life services will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 1, 2026 in the Reed Funeral Home, Sullivan. Visitation was held 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, June 30, 2026. Private family burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, Bethany. Memorials are suggested to the Sullivan High School Baseball Program. Online condolences may be sent to the family at reedfuneralhome.net. … Read More

A Look Back…7-1-2026

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2016 It’s tradition to take a look at the annual corn crop in the area and judge whether it is knee high in July. Corn has grown especially well with the combination of rain and heat. Some said it was to the point where you can hear the stocks as they grow. This year’s corn was far past knee high in July, as RR Best’s drone photograph of the Graven family illustrated. Jonathan Bond of Young Harmony was in concert at Bethany Free Methodist Church. Young Harmony, a Rick Hendricks management artist, was based out of Chattanooga, Tennessee. When asked … Read More

A variety of programs offered at the Moultrie County History Center

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•July 1, 2026• Submitted by Tonya Frevert MCHGS Publicity Chair Have you been to the Moultrie County History Center yet? Founded in 1973, the Moultrie County Historical and Genealogical Society is a nonprofit volunteer organization that strives to bring together people of all ages interested in the history and genealogy of Moultrie County and central Illinois. In addition to our library and museum, we host monthly public programs to illustrate the history of the area and its people. Our programs showcase the variety of stories and lived experiences that our diverse community has to share with one another.  Most recently, our … Read More

Celebrate the Fourth of July safely

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Keep America’s 250th Independence Day free from mishaps•July 1, 2026• by Angela Hogan Few things in America say “summer” like the Fourth of July. Our entire nation goes on holiday with cookouts, fireworks, and other festivities. Regardless of how you plan to celebrate, a few simple precautions can help keep the holiday fun for everyone. Here are five key areas to help you and your family safely enjoy Independence Day: #1. Fireworks: Leave It to the Professionals Fireworks are a holiday favorite, but they’re also a leading cause of injury every July. The safest way to enjoy fireworks is to … Read More