Walk to End Alzheimer’s Steps off in Mattoon
•August 2, 2017• The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s will take place on Saturday, September 30 at Roundhouse Complex in Mattoon. Hundreds of people from the Mattoon and Charleston area are expected at this year’s event to raise awareness and funds to fight Alzheimer’s disease. Walk participants will complete a 2 mile walk and will learn about Alzheimer’s disease, advocacy opportunities, clinical studies enrollment and support programs and services from the Alzheimer’s Association. … Read More
Obituaries 8-2-2017: Logan Riley
Logan Riley Logan Isaac Paul Riley, 20, of Sullivan died at 7:06 a.m. Sunday, July 30, 2017 in Vernon, Connecticut. Arrangements are incomplete at Reed Funeral Home in Sullivan. … Read More
Going to College with Jeanine: Is it Too Late to Get Into College?
•August 2, 2017• By Jeanine Peterson NP Guest Columnist You may be asking yourself, “Can I still get into college at this late date?” In my job as a college academic advisor, I often hear that question this time of year, as the fall term for colleges generally begins around mid-August. At most institutions — community colleges, public universities and liberal arts colleges– the answer is, “Yes, you can!” The key is to phone or email the admissions office at the college(s) you are interested in, right away. If you call the admissions office, have a pencil and paper ready … Read More
SBL Health Screenings Offered at Senior Center
•August 2, 2017• SBL Lincolnland Home Care and Lincolnland Hospice will conduct a free blood pressure clinic from 8:30-9 a.m. Thursday, August 17 at the Senior Center in Sullivan. For more information, call Lincolnland Home Care at 1-800-879-3212. SBL Lincolnland Home Care, Lincolnland Hospice and Lincolnland Home Medical will sponsor bingo from 9-10 a.m. following the blood pressure clinic. … Read More
Relief Sale Ice Cream Social
•August 2, 2017• The Arthur Mennonite Relief Sale’s annual ice cream social is from 5-8 p.m. Monday, August 7 will be held at the Arthur Community Building. Pulled pork BBQ sandwiches will be offered along with cake and five flavors of homemade ice cream. Donations will be accepted, and the funds raised will be used to cover pre-sale expenses such as advertising, paper goods, etc. … Read More
Moultrie Douglas 4-H Horse and Pony Champions
•August 2, 2017• Halter – Pony Grand Champion- Lexi Gee, Sullivan, Moultrie County Longhorns Halter – Horse Mare Grand Champion – Ben Bushue, Sullivan, Moultrie County Longhorns Reserve Grand Champion – Brett Bushue, Sullivan, Moultrie County Longhorns Halter – Gelding Grand Champion – Natalie Lane, Tuscola, Tuscola Country Clovers Reserve Grand Champion – Ben Bushue, Sullivan, Moultrie County Longhorns Pony Showmanship Grand Champion – Lexi Gee, Sullivan, Moultrie County Longhorns … Read More
Local Student is Top Ten Among Distinguished Young Women
•August 2, 2017• Sullivan High School student Emily Saravia, daughter of Luis and Karen Marie Saravia, excelled in five categories achieving Distinguished Young Woman of Sullivan for 2018. Saravia competes in the Distinguished Young Women of Illinois state program at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 1 at Central Middle School in Tinley Park, Illinois. … Read More
Water Tower Removal Set
•August 2, 2017• If the wind doesn’t blow Iseler Demolitions, Inc. will be removing the old Sullivan Water Tower on Wednesday, August 9. Delayed from the original removal date of July 12, Iseler plans to remove the old tower in one day. Based in Romeo MI the 24 year old company $26,600 bid was the only one received for the removal. The city is notifying all affected neighbors of the removal project. … Read More
SBL Launches Baby App for Expectant Parents & New Parents
•August 2, 2017• SBL Babies, a new free App, was recently launched to help expectant moms monitor and track their pregnancies, complete with information by trimester, packing lists, nursery shopping lists, grocery lists, meal planning, and so much more. The app is available for free download on Google Play and the App Store. … Read More