Tennis Receives a Boost with New Court Surface
Players From 3-90 Years Old •June 28, 2017• By Mike Brothers Tennis courts at Wyman Park in Sullivan are riddled with tennis balls on Tuesdays and Thursday, but it’s all in the name of fun. That is in large part due to the gaining popularity for tennis in the area and the efforts of Chris and Susie Dobosz. Tennis began growing in Sullivan in 2010 when Chris, who operates Evolve Yourself Fitness, began discussing the possibility of starting a youth tennis program. The program grew from those humble beginnings to developing a middle school tennis program in Sullivan last year. … Read More
Bethany Celebration Offered Everyone a Good Time, Real Family Fun
•June 28, 2017• By Ellen Ferrera for the News Progress Let it never be said that Bethany doesn’t know how to throw a party. This year’s annual Celebration had something for everyone in the family and then some. The two-day festival on Friday and Saturday June 23 and 24 was sponsored by the village of Bethany. “A small committee of volunteers puts the entire program together, hires the vendors, musicians, petting zoos, cars and all other attractions,” Sam Scott explained. … Read More
Grease is the Word at Relay for Life
•June 28, 2017• Join the Relay for Life and flash back to the 50s and 60s Friday, August 11 at the Sullivan High School track. “Grease” is the theme so slick back your hair, break out the poodle skirts and saddle oxfords because the night begins at 6 p.m. and continues till midnight. The Relay for Life committee is currently looking for teams. To sign up and register go to www.relayforlife.org … Read More
National Trampoline Champion
Sullivan EIU Grads
•June 28, 2017• The Eastern Illinois University Spring 2017 graduates from Sullivan include Brock A. Bales, Bachelor of Science; Christina L. Farley, Bachelor of Music; Amy L. Hooten, Master of Science in Education; Stephanie L. Johnson, Bachelor of Science in Education; Jennifer A. Klukis, Bachelor of Science in Education; Lucas B. Mossman, Bachelor of Science in Business; Nick K. Newberry, Bachelor of Science; Melissa B. Parrish, Bachelor of Arts; Colton B. Ray, Bachelor of Science; Azbije Sadikoska, Bachelor of Science in Business; Caitlin T. Snyder, Bachelor of Science in Education; Kirsten N. Taylor, Master of Science; Erika L. Tomczewski, Bachelor … Read More
Area Softball Players Honored
•June 28, 2017• Several players from Moultrie County earned softball all-area honors last week. Soon to be Okaw Valley senior Paige Robinson earned second team honors. The short stop had 43 hits, 29 runs and batted .531. … Read More
Sullivan Summer Park Kids Create
ALAH Softball Team Recognizes Individuals
•June 28, 2017• By Jason Brown NP Sports The Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond softball team handed out individual awards this past week. Sophomore Reagan Miller received the offensive player award, and junior Macy Hollingsworth received the defensive player award. Senior Mycaela Miller won the most valuable player award, and sophomore Marissa Herschberger won the most improved award. Mycaela Miller was a unanimous first team Little Okaw Valley All-Conference player and was chosen for the first team all-area team in the News Gazette. … Read More
Obituaries 6-28-2017: Sandra Meredith
Sandra Meredith Sandra Meredith, 74, of Ormond Beach, Fla., formerly of Sullivan, died Sunday, June 11, 2017 in Ormond Beach. … Read More