Eddie LeCrone Eddie M. LeCrone lived 78 interesting and loved years. He was a beloved husband (Darlene), father of Gigi (Bruce Carlson) and Mimi (Ken Book), grandfather of Kurt (Mary Phillips Carlson), Larin (Justin Filip), Cody (Katie Book), and Jeremy Book as well as a great-grandfather to Hank, Gus and Ike. … Read More
•August 30, 2017• The Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity’s Office of Community Assistance announced today that the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) will begin accepting applications for winter heating assistance for seniors and people with disabilities beginning October 1. LIHEAP is a state and federally funded energy assistance program for low-income families in which heating bill payments are made on behalf of households. Applications are processed through a network of 35 local administering agencies around the state. These agencies will begin accepting applications on a first-come, first-served basis from the elderly and people with disabilities starting … Read More
•August 30, 2017• The Okaw Valley golf team extended its undefeated steak to 8-0 with a wins over Clinton and Arcola last Tuesday. OV scored 171 for the win, followed by Clinton’s 210 and Arcola’s 224. The Timberwolves took second, third and fourth. … Read More
•August 30, 2017• The Sullivan volleyball team dropped its home opener, 25-15, 28-26, against Arcola Thursday. Maddie Dickens earned eight service points, and Elizabeth Green added four. … Read More
•August 30, 2017• Okaw Valley High School Student Council has announced that their annual Homecoming Week is September 5-9 with the theme “Harry Potter”. Each day will highlight a special theme at OVHS, and students are encouraged to participate accordingly. The week kicks off Tuesday as the students dress for “Quidditch Team Day”, whereby they will be encouraged to wear their favorite team jersey. Wednesday’s theme is “Defend Your House Day” with the “Powder Puff” football games beginning at 11:40 a.m. followed by the “Powder Tuff” volleyball games. … Read More
•August 30, 2017• By Jason Brown NP Sports The Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond volleyball team kicked off its season with a win over Tuscola Thursday. ALAH won in straight sets, 25-10 and 25-18. … Read More
•August 30, 2017• The Okaw Valley volleyball team split a pair of matches to open its season this past week. OV defeated Cowden-Herrick Monday but lost to Tri-County last Tuesday. Against Cowden-Herrick, the Timberwolves won in straight sets, 25-23 and 26-24. Kate Jeffers recorded three blocks, two aces and eight kills to lead OV. Paige Coleman led the team in kills with seven, and Bella Benning followed with six. … Read More
•August 30, 2017• The Serve Illinois Commission (Serve Illinois) today announced that funding is available for agencies interested in administering AmeriCorps programs in the state. AmeriCorps members serve their communities by improving education and health care, protecting public safety, safeguarding the environment, providing disaster relief, and promoting civic engagement. “Each year, AmeriCorps members dedicate a year of their lives to get things done in their communities,” said Scott McFarland, Executive Director of the Serve Illinois Commission. “Members work with disadvantaged youth, veterans and their families, people with disabilities, the homeless, and many other individuals who need a helping hand to … Read More
•August 30, 2017• The Sullivan-Okaw Valley football team began the rebuilding process in its season opener at Kincaid Friday night. Kincaid South Fork took a 12-0 lead into half. … Read More