•June 11, 2025• 4th Quarter Honor Roll-5th grade: Brady Ault, MaiCallie Austin, Kourtney Baker, Brantley Ballinger, Alayna Brown, Abby Doss, Hadley Downs, Adelyn Hensley, Ari Hite, Wesley Kline, Jace Lewis, Kinsley Little, Olivia McKinney, Braxton Montgomery, Mason Montgomery, Keegan Musgraves, Reese O’Dell, Rayne Reed, Branch Rincker, Cobie Roberts, Rowen Seirzinger, and Nora Varney. … Read More
Reads for June and beyond •June 11, 2025• Fiction: The Children of Eve (Charlie Parker series #22) by John Connolly; Cliffs, Clues, & Conspiracies (Camper & Criminals series #40) by Tonya Kappes; Cold Dead Cash (Shotgun Johnny series #3) by William W. Johnstone & J. A. Johnstone; Dismal Trail by Ron Schwab; Fever Beach by Carl Hiaasen; Going Home in the Dark by Dean Koontz; Heartwood by Amity Gaige; Never Lie by Freida McFadden; Last Supper (Chase Adams FBI series #18) by Patrick Logan; Locked Door by Freida McFadden ; The Marriage Pact (Amish of Marigold series #3) by Kathleen … Read More
•June 11, 2025• Straight A Honor Roll, Seniors: Addison Brush, Zoe Conlin, Olivia Cordes, Hannah Creek, Anderson Crouse, Elise Fleming, Kaitlyn Kirby, Rhett Lehman, Taylar Mercer, Angel Miller, Ivan Moxley, Simon Parri, Hayden Righter, Addison Stollard, Alyssa Taylor, Sarina Voegel, Tabitha Webb, Claire Welch, and Kenadi Wyrozumski. Straight A Honor Roll, Juniors: Riane Bear, Danica Bell, Emily Crosier, Mae Dawkins, James Feldkamp, Logan Fleener, Mikaela Guest, Josie Herschberger, Johnathan Iacobazzi, Wilma Plank, Eiley Poe, Devon Richardson, Madilyn Shonkwiler, Jnai Webb, and Kolton Wiley. Straight A Honor Roll, Sophomores: Olivia Hullum, Grant Martin, Julia Moody, Emerson Risley, Kaylee Smith, and Gavin … Read More
•June 11, 2025• L to R: Marty Jones, Arthur Legion Auxiliary #479, Bentley Parsons, Kyndall Crist, Kelsey Lust, Beth Jones, Atwood Legion Auxiliary #770 (all Atwood Jr. High). Students from Arthur Christian School, ALAH High School, and Atwood-Hammond Grade School recently showcased their patriotism and writing skills in the 2025 Americanism Essay Contest. Sponsored by the Arthur Legion Auxiliary #479, the Atwood Legion Auxiliary #770, and the Lovington Legion Auxiliary #429, the contest encouraged students to reflect on the thought-provoking question: “What is My Favorite National Memorial or Monument?” 119 essays were submitted across three grade-level divisions. To ensure a … Read More
•June 11, 2025• Submitted by Unit #68 The Sullivan American Legion Auxiliary Unit #68 presented awards from two recent contests to area students at a ceremony following Memorial Day services at the Sullivan American Legion on May 26th, 2025. L-R: Ruth Keown, Gabriella Tippit, Applee Baumgartner, Madelyn Wilhelm, Tessa Towle, Violet Cohan, Lydia Hayse, Becky Lawson. Lindsey Ozier, a recent graduate of Okaw Valley High School, was recognized for her first-place finish in the Americanism Essay Contest, and Sullivan High School junior Jade McKee was awarded second place. Both students received monetary awards and certificates. … Read More
•June 11, 2025• Heartland Mini Hoofs will be at the Mid-Illinois Senior Services building on June 17th at noon. Heartland Mini Hoofs is a mini-equine therapy visitation program that is dedicated to brining mini-horses to visit and interact with those of all ages. Equine therapy helps build self-esteem, improve emotional regulation, reduce anxiety/stress, and foster trust and connection. For more information, call (217) 728-8521. … Read More
•June 11, 2025• Entries for Arthur’s 2025 Freedom Celebration Parade are now being accepted. “Hometown Celebration” is the theme for the 31st annual parade. … Read More
The Panther’s Scream •June 11, 2025• by Janet Roney “It’s time to quit and go home when I start seeing things!” Roger hung his jacket on the hook and stood there with a puzzled look on his face. “Seeing things? What did you see?” I asked. My worry about my husband working so late at night at the isolated Murphy River farm on the east county line was replaced by a new concern. “I don’t know. In my tractor lights, I thought I saw something dark dart across in front of me. Maybe it was a reflection. After I quit and … Read More
•June 11, 2025• This summer, from June 16th through July 28th, the Arthur Public Library will be holding B.A.S.E. teen workshops for those ages 10 and above. June 16th will be “Plant the Seeds of Change,” a hands-on activity where youth decorate planters and plant a seed or small plant symbolizing growth and transformation. June 30th will be “ Positive Thought Loops,” where they will explore positive thought loops and paint a rock with uplifting affirmations. July 14th will be “ Gratitude Jar,” where they will create a Gratitude Jar to fill with positive notes and reminders for tough days; … Read More
•June 11, 2025• by Sharon Barricklow The Sullivan City Council made several appointments and approved some routine matters during a brief city council meeting Monday night. The council approved a recommendation from Commissioner Woodworth to appoint LJ Vincent as Water Distribution Collections Systems Foreman. They also approved recommendations from Mayor Mossman appointing Amanda Mayberry, Karen Reed, Jennifer Love and Kathy Price to terms on the Elizabeth Titus Memorial Library Board. Also on the agenda was financing for the Sullivan Chamber and Economic Development. On the recommendation of several council members, Mossman agreed to postpone the vote until the council … Read More