Obituaries 7-9-2025: Hazel Fraker
Hazel Fraker Hazel Fraker, 91, of Sullivan, passed away at 2:52 p.m. Monday, July 7, 2025 at Memorial Medical Center, Springfield. Arrangements are incomplete at the Reed Funeral Home, Sullivan. … Read More
A Look Back…7-9-2025
2015 2015’s “Miss Moultrie-Douglas” royalty included Jr. Miss Mo-Do Kali Pierce of Tuscola, Little Miss Mo-Do Paislee Lorenzen of Newman, and Miss Mo-Do Gabrielle Uphoff of Sullivan. Amy Monroe of Bethany received her Grand Champion award from Hunter Dyer, Moultrie-Douglas Jr. Leader President. Some of the 4th of July activity winners were: Watermelon eating contest – Ages 0-4 – 1st place Caysen Dyer, Sullivan; 2nd place Carsen Ragsdale, Sullivan; 3rd place Easton Wickline, Sullivan. Ages 5-7 – 1st place Marshall Robinson, Sullivan; 2nd place Carigon Cole, Sullivan; 3rd place Angelina Lee, Decatur. Ages 8-10 – 1st places Maddy Probus, Sullivan; … Read More
Assistance with school supplies
•July 9, 2025• The Moultrie County Outreach – CEFS – is offering school supply assistance to those in need. If your family could use a little extra support getting ready for the new school year, they are there to help. The deadline to apply is July 31st, and the pick-up date is August 8th, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Moultrie County Outreach Office, located at 114 E Harrison Street in Sullivan. … Read More
“Relatives Raising Children” program
Mid-Illinois Senior Services helping caregivers •July 9, 2025• In Illinois, it’s estimated that over 263,890 children under 18 live in homes headed by a relative, with more than 71,000 grandparents caring for their grandchildren. A significant portion of families in Illinois involve grandparents or other relatives raising children, with some estimates suggesting that over 85,000 children in Illinois are being raised by kin with no parent present. Numerous studies and data collected estimate a long-term upward trend in grandparents taking on the role of primary caregiver for their grandchildren in Illinois, with numbers increasing dramatically over the past 25 years. … Read More
Addison Stollard named Shuman Memorial Scholarship winner
•July 9, 2025• Addison Stollard named Shuman Memorial Scholarship winner Addison Stollard, of Sullivan, has been named the recipient of the 2025 Charles B. Shuman Memorial Scholarship sponsored by the Moultrie County Farm Bureau. Ms. Stollard is the daughter of Erik and Erica Stollard. She is a 2025 graduate of Sullivan High School and plans to attend the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign this fall. Ms. Stollard plans to study agriculture with a concentration in agribusiness. … Read More
Parade royalty brave the heat and shine
Photo by DM Williamee L-R : Back row: Julianne Steffens, Jr. Miss MoDo; Claire Meyer, Miss MoDo; Tabitha Webb, Miss Sullivan, Kinlee Agney, Jr. Miss Sullivan. Front Row: Oaklee Stenger, Little Miss Modo; Josslyn Brown, Little Miss Sullivan; Whitley Fryman, Young Miss Sullivan. … Read More
Findlay’s ‘Walleye Festival’ calendar of events
•July 9, 2025• The saying that “good things come in small packages” holds for Findlay’s annual Walleye Festival. Pure pride in one small town provides a weekend full of fun for all at this family-friendly event. The schedule of events is as follows: On Friday, July 25th, the Festival opens at 4:00 p.m., with the Walleye tent opening with the Kids Zone opening as well at the Firehouse from 4:00 -8:00 p.m., and the American Legion Dinner held from 4:00 -8:00 p.m. From 5:00 – 7:00 p.m., the Fire Station Obstacle Course will be held at the Firehouse, and ‘Sound … Read More
Dalton City United Methodist Church VBS
•July 9, 2025• Vacation Bible School (VBS) will be held at the Dalton City United Methodist Church, located at 200 E Freeland Street on Saturday, July 12th, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. All children aged 3-12 are welcome to attend. For more information, call (217) 874-2732. … Read More
Bethany Police warn public
Card skimmer found at Casey’s General Store •July 9, 2025• The Bethany Police Department is warning residents after a credit card skimming device was discovered on a gas pump at the Casey’s General Store located in Bethany. The device was located during a routine inspection on June 30. An investigation is now underway. Skimming devices are designed to capture card data from customers who use the pump to pay for fuel. We are working to determine how long the device was active and whether any customer information was compromised. “We want to alert our community to this potential threat and encourage … Read More
Schedule back-to-school immunizations now
•July 9, 2025• by Angie Hogan MCHD Don’t wait for the August-September rush; make the wise choice and schedule your student’s vaccinations in July. It’s the perfect time. As summer activities continue, the start of the new school year may feel distant. However, when it comes to your child’s health, July is the perfect time to get a jump on back-to-school immunizations. Why Vaccinations Matter for School-Aged Children: Vaccines are among the most effective tools for protecting children and teens against contagious diseases. According to the World Health Organization, vaccines prevent approximately 2–3 million deaths annually. When children are vaccinated, … Read More