Obituaries 8-27-2025: Carolyn Doss
Carolyn Doss Carolyn Yvonne Doss, 87, of Sullivan, passed away 1:24 p.m. on Monday, August 18, 2025, at Decatur Memorial Hospital. … Read More
A Look Back…8-27-2025
2015 Ryan Aikman is Sullivan Schools’ athletic and activities director and is getting into the new job with a little help from some friends. “One of my best resources has been Charlie Brown”, said Aikman of former Sullivan Athletic Director, now A&M Principal, For the first time since before 2007, a special training session hosted 550 members of the Illinois National Guard battalion at the Sullivan Middle School and Civic Center on Saturday, August 15th. … Read More
‘Christmas for the Kids’
Photo Submitted ‘Christmas for the Kids’ Sparrows Unlimited, of Lovington, held its popular (31st annual now) “Christmas for the Kids” fundraiser last Saturday. Supporters filed in throughout the day to bid on silent auction items, listen to live music by Cash Hale, with Sons of the American Legion providing the ‘pork chop on a stick’ concessions. Many came out for the event and, forgoing the auction portion, donated to the cause with cash donations and enjoyed the socialization, music, and food. Pictured are members representing the Keystone Chapter of the Widows Sons, who presented a check to Sparrows president, Pam … Read More
Jenkins visits family home on Mason Point grounds: fond memories
•August 27, 2025• by DM Williamee Photos by DM Williamee Walt Jenkins visits his family home, where he was born, for the first time since moving at age 12. Taking everyone back in history, he described how it looked then compared to now, which bedroom was whose, and shared stories of what life was like while the family lived there. Walter H. “Walt” Jenkins was born October 26th, 1934, in the brick house at what was, at the time, the Illinois Masonic Home. Walt and his older brother Glen were both born in the brick house, with Walt being born … Read More
New History Center writing group
•August 27, 2025• The Moultrie County Historical and Genealogical Society has created a writing group for those who have gathered information on their ancestors and may need a nudge, help on how/where to start, or inspiration. Beginning with their first session on Thursday, September 11th, from 10:30 a.m. until noon at the History Center Library in Sullivan, this group will be getting together to kickstart your writing. Participants are reminded to bring their laptops and/or notebooks. Encouragement and brainstorming will be provided. The writing group leader will be Jeannie Barnes, and the group will meet on the second Thursday of … Read More
Medicare Part D enrollment
•August 27, 2025• Mid-Illinois Senior Services is now scheduling appointments for Medicare Part D enrollments. Open Enrollment is October 15th through December 7th. During this period, those with Medicare can renew their current prescription drug coverage, compare it with available plans, and possibly save money. Call (217) 728-8521 to schedule your appointment. … Read More
Office closed on Labor Day
•August 27, 2025• The Moultrie County News Progress will be closed on Monday, September 1st, in observance of the Labor Day holiday weekend. All advertising and news items are due by 12:00 p.m. on Friday, August 30th. … Read More
Windsor Harvest Picnic draws crowds despite blistering temps
•August 20, 2025• DM Williamee This year’s 128th (a most impressive number) Windsor Harvest Picnic drew crowds to the small community, despite ongoing record-high temperatures. Beginning on August 14th, the 3-day fete included events such as dinners, ice-cream socials, live musical performances from the Kentucky Headhunters and tribute band Fleetwood Gold, auctions, a 5k run, pedal tractor pulls, Bessie Bingo (sponsored by Windsor’s FFA chapter), inflatables (brought by 25/8 Extreme), ‘Little Miss Harvest’ picnic, and of course, a parade. … Read More
SBL“Races for all Paces” raises record amount
•August 20, 2025• Sarah Bush Lincoln Healthy Communities raised a record $17,325 for the SBL Dental Program from the 2025 Races for all Paces. The SBL Dental Program provides preventive and restorative care for children throughout the area. A dental team visits schools to provide preventive care, while restorative care is provided in the dental clinic at 225 Richmond Avenue East, Suite B, in Mattoon. Volunteer dentists are key partners in the program, providing restorative care in their clinics for children who need additional or further extensive care. … Read More
Learn how to protect public health with non-restaurant food safety training
•August 20, 2025• University of Illinois Extension is now offering an accessible, self-paced online course designed specifically for food handlers working in non-restaurant settings across Illinois. The Illinois Food Handler Training course equips staff and volunteers with the essential knowledge to ensure food safety from storage and preparation to cleaning and sanitizing. This training is ideal for individuals who handle food in schools, hospitals, nursing homes, licensed day care centers, retail food stores, and other non-restaurant facilities. It fulfills the Illinois Department of Public Health’s requirements for non-restaurant food handlers and plays a critical role in preventing foodborne illness and protecting public … Read More