Joyce Velva Belcher August 22, 1942 – August 28, 2026 “She is now home with Jesus, whole again, singing and celebrating with the angels.” Joyce Velva Belcher, of Lovington, Illinois, passed away on August 28, 2026, at the age of 84. After living with Alzheimer’s disease, she has now gone home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. … Read More
•September 23, 2026• The Sullivan American Legion Auxiliary Unit #68 recently announced its 2026 Veterans Day Art and Writing Contest. The deadline for entries is 3 p.m. on October 28, 2026. The contest is open to all 5th through 12th grade students in Sullivan public schools and homeschools and area students who are members of the Sullivan American Legion’s Junior Auxiliary or Sons of the American Legion. … Read More
1966 Sullivan opened their 1966 football season against their traditional Rival Shelbyville. Although the Redskins, under Coach Bob Calvin, had won six out of the last nine openers, it looked like a tough assignment this season. Coach Calvin is also starting his tenth year as Sullivan Head Coach this year. Bethany football welcomed new coach Ken Huckstep. He had seven regulars among the 11 lettermen he inherited. Leading the team this year was Dick Martin. Fifteen year old Joey Thompson won the Sullivan Country Club Golf title with a 7 and 6 victory over Bill Edwards. … Read More
Photo by R.R. Best The Autumn pumpkin harvest is underway as evident in this field east of Sullivan near Cooks Mills two Sundays ago. … Read More
•September 23, 2026• by Jamie Crosier The Moultrie County Board handled a full slate of county business during its Sept. 10 meeting at the Moultrie County Courthouse, approving funding requests, salary adjustments, property matters and other items while discussing plans for the coming fiscal year. The board approved $12,000 in funding for CEFS for fiscal year 2027 following a presentation from Crystal Edwards. Edwards said CEFS had requested $8,000 in each of the past couple of years but increased its request to $12,000 this year. Of that amount, $8,000 will support outreach services, $3,000 will go toward transportation needs and … Read More
•September 23, 2026• A hardwood smoked pulled pork sandwich meal fundraiser is set for Saturday, October 17th as a fundraiser for the Findlay Fire Protection District. The fundraiser will be held at 301 E. South 2nd St., Findlay from 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. The meal includes pulled pork sandwich, slaw, cowboy beans, corn bread, dessert and bottled water. Donations will be accepted in the form of cash or check. Local delivery is available, call (217) 259-9267. … Read More
•September 23, 2026• The Sullivan Fire Protection District will hold their 14th Annual Pancake and Sausage Breakfast on Saturday, October 3. The breakfast will be served from 6:00-10:00 a.m. at the Sullivan Firehouse, 115 W. Harrison, Sullivan. The ‘all you care to eat’ meal cost is $7 for adults, $4 for children 6-12 years of age and free for children 5 and under. Carry out is available. 5lb boxes of sausage are also available for $30. … Read More
•September 23, 2026• Bring the whole family to the Sullivan Civic Women’s Annual Chili Supper before the Redskins Homecoming game on Friday, October 2. The supper will be held from 4:30-7:00 p.m at the Sullivan American Legion. All proceeds go towards Sullivan High School scholarships. For more information, contact Beth Wood (217) 728-2467. … Read More
•September 23, 2026• The Sullivan High School Class of 2006 will hold their 20 year reunion on Saturday, October 3 at 6:00 p.m. at the Sullivan VFW. A potluck will be held, a sign up sheet is available. For more information, contact Lindsay Kopel at (217) 521-5201. Other events on Homecoming weekend: Friday 4:00 parade, 7:00 football game vs Tri-County Titans, Saturday, TBD, tour of the high school. … Read More
Photo Submitted On Friday, September 4th, Mid-Illinois Senior Services (MISS) was abuzz with activity and a good time was had by all during MISS’ yearly Senior Expo. Local businesses attended to provide helpful information to local seniors, and the staff of MISS was on hand to answer questions, sign people up for services (including Medicare Part ‘D’ enrollments which are fast approaching), as well as provide a free lunch. Many local businesses and individuals donated a wide variety of goods to be sold at the Expo, with all funds raised going directly back into the services MISS provides to local … Read More