All Conference Honors for OV and ALAH Players

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•June 7, 2017• By Jason Brown NP Sports The Little Okaw Valley Conference NW announced all-LOVC honors last week. Several Timberwolves and Knights earned honors. For Okaw Valley, junior Austin Harshman earned first team as a pitcher. “Austin was a God-send to our roster this year,” said OV coach Andrew Hagerman. “He played exceptionally well in the outfield and hit pretty well for his first varsity season of hitting. Pitching-wise, without him our season would have not gone as well.” OV had a key injury to the staff, and Harshman ended up leading the team in innings pitched, wins and … Read More

Decatur Memorial Hospital Cancer Care Institute Receives Funds

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•June 7, 2017• A check for more than $22,000.00 was presented to Decatur Memorial Foundation and DMH Cancer Care Institute  from E.ON North America, a developer, builder, and operator of more than 3,000 MW of renewable wind, solar and energy storage generation across the U.S. The check was presented to the Foundation through an employee giving memorial campaign in memory of former E.ON employee Michael Radford.  … Read More

At Social Security: Every Day Is Internet Security Day

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•June 7, 2017• By Gerald Tilley Social Security District Manager Being safe online is important every day. There may be days devoted to internet security awareness, but you need to be careful every time you go online. Do you know what it takes to be safe online? You probably connect daily to get information, shop, socialize, or work. Every time you go online, you need to avoid the risk of theft or fraud. Here are some tips to use while visiting the Social Security website and the other websites you use. • Use Strong Passwords–Strong passwords have at least eight … Read More

Obituaries 6-7-2017: Marna Morris

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Marna Morris Marna Jane Queen Morris, 82, of Jackson, Tenn. passed away Thursday evening May 25, 2017 in Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Graveside services were held at 2 p.m. May 30 in Oak Grove Cemetery in Henderson, Tenn. with Pastor Terry Hunley officiating. She was born Nov. 8, 1934 in Bethany, a daughter of the late A. Kenneth and Gladys M. Queen. She graduated from Bethany High School and attended Bethel College in McKenzie, Tenn. and married Jimmy Talley Morris in 1957. … Read More

Supreme Court Justices To Attend Unveiling Of Historical Marker For Scott Bibb In Alton

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•June 7, 2017• A State Historical Marker will be unveiled in Alton on Monday, June 19th to honor Scott Bibb, an African American who successfully fought in the Illinois Supreme Court for the desegregation of schools in what became known as the Alton School Cases in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Supreme Court Justices Anne M. Burke and Rita B. Garman will be attending the dedication ceremony. Also attending are John Lupton, Executive Director, Illinois Supreme Court Historic Preservation Commission, and members of the Historic Preservation Commission Advisory Committee; Justice Joy V. Cunningham, Hon. Neil Cohen, and Scott Szala, … Read More

Great Pumpkin Patch Hosts Back Forty

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•June 7, 2017• The Great Pumpkin Patch will host the second Back Forty Market Friday and Saturday, June 9-10. Back Forty Market is a pop-up style market of more than 60 vendors created by The Great Pumpkin Patch and Hobnob Market. The market is a celebration of vintage and handcrafted goods, artisan foods, live music, local wine and more. Friday night’s “Pickin’ At The Patch” party will be from 4-9 pm. This is an opportunity to enjoy twilight on the farm and get first dibs on all the best finds plus live music, and great giveaways. Saturday, the market will … Read More

Flag Retirement at Legion Post

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•June 7, 2017• Sullivan American Legion Post 68 will conduct a flag retirement ceremony at 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 14. Bring flags in need of proper retirement to the American Legion prior to the date. Ceremony will be on the south lawn at the American Legion Hall on Main Street. Everyone is welcome to attend the ceremony. … Read More

Fields-Wright Medical Center was a Shared Vision

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•June 7, 2017• By Ellen Ferrera for the News Progress Nearly 50 years after the citizens of Sullivan raised $125,000 for the Brown Shoe Co., they were again challenged to raise $500,000 for a medical center. Again, they embraced the challenge. Eva Fields Wright Horn had a vision of a hospital for Sullivan so she left provisions and funds in her estate for the creation of a small community hospital. When she died in 1964 trustees were appointed to carry out her wishes. There was no activity until 1973 when the trustees organized a lay group to advise them in … Read More

Pastor to Speak

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•June 7, 2017• Jonathan Creek Christian Church will host a one evening revival at 7 p.m. Saturday, June 10 at the church. Pastor Andrew Columbia will share his story of how he went from being a New York City police officer during 911 to someone who has become an international speaker and evangelist.  … Read More

Monarch Butterfly Growth Changes IDOT Mowing Approach

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•June 7, 2017• To help revive the shrinking populations of the monarch butterfly and other pollinators, the Illinois Department of Transportation is adjusting its mowing routine along state highways this spring and summer. The approach, part of IDOT’s overall effort to encourage green and sustainable practices in all its programs and projects, will help to re-establish types of plants that are food sources for bees, butterflies and other insects that are native to Illinois. “As one of the largest land owners in the state, IDOT appreciates its tremendous responsibility to act as stewards of the environment,” said Illinois Transportation Secretary … Read More