LLC Dental Hygiene Clinic Offers Low-Cost Cleanings

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•October 11, 2017• By Elen Ferrera for the News Progress Deborah Kirts Thomason began her dental training at Lakeland College in 1975 and she is now the Director of the Dental Hygiene Clinic which trains students to be dental technicians. An important part of the program is providing low-cost dental cleanings to adults and children in the area. The youngest client has been a one-year-old but, at that age, the focus is on educating the parents on the importance of starting a dental hygiene program early in a child’s life and getting regular check-ups. Anyone can contact the Clinic for … Read More

Sullivan Approves Land Purchase

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•October 11, 2017• By Ariana Cherry for the News Progress Over the last few years Sullivan has issued bonds for various street improvement projects. At a recent meeting the council decided not to issue bonds since there were no pressing projects. The last time was when the city issued $100,000 in bonds for the square resurfacing project. Other bond issues were for as little as $50,000 at a 0.45% interest rate. Future street projects will raise revenue by borrowing from other departments such as the gas or electric.  … Read More

Woodworking is Lifelong Hobby for Local Pharmacist

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A lot of the wood is grown locally  •October 11, 2017• By Ellen Ferrera for the News Progress One expects to find rows of pills and medicines in a pharmacy, but what is not expected is a neat stack of beautiful wooden trivets and carving boards—all designed and hand-crafted by the proprietor Tony Jones. Jones grew up in Princeton, Illinois and wanted a career in the health field so he entered the St. Louis College of Pharmacy where he met his wife. In 1999 they purchased what is now the Sullivan Pharmacy. Woodworking has been a lifelong hobby for Jones.  … Read More

Obituaries 10-11-2017: Donna Jean

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Donna Jean Donna L. Jean, 82, of Sullivan passed away at 2:48 a.m. Thursday October 5, 2017 in her residence. Celebration of Life services were held at 2 p.m. Sunday in Reed Funeral Home in Sullivan with Pastor Grant Wade officiating. Burial was in Greenhill Cemetery in Sullivan.  … Read More

Lovington Village Board September Meeting

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•October 11, 2017• The Lovington Village Board met in September with the water and sewer trustee seat still vacant. President Roger Walker reported he has yet to find a replacement for Jim McMahan who resigned during the August meeting. Walker reported the property on E. S. Railroad Street owned by an investment firm from Champaign could be condemned for future removal. The village president also reported Gary Ozier had sent a letter regarding property the village owns on Williams Street but that was tabled for further review. … Read More

The Widow Sons Hosts Benefit Ride

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•October 11, 2017• A benefit ride for Michelle Matherly Bushert begins with sign up at the Shamrock in Dalton City at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, October 14. Hosted by the Masonic Lodge affiliated motorcycle club, The Widow Sons, kickstands go up at noon and all vehicles are encouraged to participate. Stops include: Legends in Shelbyville, 32 Below in Strasburg, Spanky’s in Mattoon with the Toy Bar in Sullivan completing the run. Activities include: Scavenger hunt, Masonic Sign Raffle (Masons only), 50/50 raffle, gun raffle, two-half hog raffle, lamb and beef raffle. For more information contact Marty Gadberry at 217/254-6399. … Read More

Rose Bill Would Repeal Soda Tax

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•October 11, 2017• Cook County’s penny-per-ounce tax on sweetened beverages, often called the “soda tax,” would be repealed under legislation (SB 2238) filed by State Sen. Chapin Rose (R-Mahomet). “Many people just ‘roll their eyes’ at Cook County’s new soda tax as more of the same from the ‘nanny state’ that is Chicago,” Rose said. “But, people need to realize that Chicago’s actions will have a direct negative impact here in Central Illinois as one of the primary ingredients in any sweetened beverage is corn. So, agriculture will take a hit under this tax that is aimed at lowering consumption. … Read More