Santa Workshop Benefits Dove

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•November 22, 2017• Santa’s Workshop is a fundraiser for Dove’s Moultrie County Domestic Violence Program. Join in the family fun at Santa’s Workshop, 10:00 a.m-3:00 p.m. Saturday, December 2, at the American Legion located at 8 East Strain Street in Sullivan. Santa will be present for pictures and visits before and after the city parade. There will be a bake sale for holiday goodies to take home and a 50/50 drawing. Many items will be available during the silent auction. Along with visiting Santa, there will be crafting fun for the kids, including crafting tables to make items to take … Read More

Oh Brother: One Giant Step Backwards for Mankind

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•November 22, 2017• By Mike Brothers Thanksgiving was always special for Oh Brother. Being born on Thanksgiving Day in 1952 has carried with it burden and confusion. The burden of being born on a floating holiday means no one ever remembers your birthday. Even though it occurs on Nov. 27 every year the movement of Thanksgiving Day from date to date makes the birthday elusive to say the least. Last year the 27th was on Sunday, and Cindy Clore treated me to a concert of two of my favorite performers Jackson Browne and Bonnie Raitt. This involved a 2000 mile … Read More

Getting Covered Help Hits Sullivan

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•November 22, 2017• By Ellen Ferrera for the News Progress Getting insurance coverage help was offered in Sullivan last week to aid those seeking health plans. Michael Bitkinn from the Illinois Department of Insurance was at the Titus Memorial Library Wed., Nov. 15 to inform people of insurance plans available online at GetCoveredIllinois.gov. “Many uninsured Illinoisans will qualify for low-cost or free coverage. You might also qualify for discounts on costs beyond what your insurance company will pay,” according to Bitkinn. “You can no longer be denied insurance because of pre-existing conditions.” … Read More

Circuit Clerk Brings State Honor to Moultrie County

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•November 22, 2017• By Mike Brothers Moultrie County Circuit Clerk Cindy Braden was named Illinois’ County Official of the Year at the annual conference in Peoria Nov. 13-15. Braden was surprised not only by the award but the way her family kept the secret and attended the event at the Pere Marquette Hotel. “I was shocked,” Braden said, explaining that since a circuit clerk had won the previous year, she figured it would go to another office holder. She was selected among four state officials nominated for the honor. Braden learned that the fellow clerk who had nominated her had … Read More

Recent Obituaries: Joyce E. Marquis

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Joyce E. Marquis Joyce E. Marquis, 82, of Lovington, passed away, 5:50 a.m. Wednesday, November 15, 2017, at Mason Point, Sullivan. Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, November 18, 2017, at McMullin-Young Funeral Home, Lovington. Visitation will be held an hour prior to the service, at the funeral home in Lovington, the family requests casual attire. Burial will be in Keller Cemetery, Lovington. Memorials may be made to the donor’s choice. Joyce was born February 10, 1935, in Kennett, MO, the daughter of Finis and Ruth J. (Moore) Bailey. She married John G. Marquis, Jr. on February 14, 1955, … Read More

Obituaries 11-15-2017: Robert Anzelc

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Robert Anzelc Robert J. Anzelc, 70, of Bethany passed away Nov. 11, 2017 in his residence with his family by his side. In keeping with Bob’s wishes, no formal service will be held, and cremation rites will be accorded. Dawson & Wikoff Funeral Home in Mt. Zion is assisting the family with arrangements. … Read More

Family Reading Night at Schools

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•November 15, 2017• Secretary of State and State Librarian Jesse White is encouraging families in Illinois to read together Thursday, Nov. 16, for Illinois’ annual Family Reading Night. Sullivan Elementary School is participating with “Books are Better than the Movie” theme. The Illinois Library Association’s iREAD theme is “Reading by Design” with Little Elliot continuing to serve as the theme. Thousands of colorful posters and bookmarks have been distributed by the Illinois State Library to libraries, schools and literacy programs across the state to promote Family Reading Night events. “This is a night when families are urged to turn off … Read More

OV’s Robinson Signs with Drury University

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•November 15, 2017• By Jason Brown NP Sports Earlier this year, Okaw Valley senior Paige Robinson verbally committed to play basketball at Division II Drury University in Springfield, Missouri. Robinson made it official when she signed her national letter of intent at Okaw Valley High School in Bethany Friday. Robinson will play for coach Molly Miller who enters her fourth season as Drury University’s head women’s basketball coach. Robinson will be entering a successful basketball program. Drury is currently ranked No. 7 in the nation. … Read More