Bethany senior potluck
•April 9, 2025• The Bethany Senior Citizen Potluck will be held on Wednesday, April 16th at 11:00 a.m. at the Bethany library, located at 216 W Main Street. Ham will be furnished. All are welcome. … Read More
Allenville Christian Church concert
•April 9, 2025• On Saturday, April 12th at 6:00 p.m., the Allenville Christian Church will be hosting their monthly Gospel Concert at 201 South Allen Street, Sullivan. This month, the quartet Riven, from St. Louis Missouri, will be performing. Information about Riven can be found at https://rivenmusic.org/home. Refreshments will be available and love offerings will be accepted. Call Pastor Bob Vail with any questions at (217) 254-3433. … Read More
SAMA hosting Good Friday event
•April 9, 2025• On Friday, April 18th, SAMA will be hosting a community Good Friday event, “The Voices of the Cross”, at the Elm Springs Church of Jesus Christ, 1355 CR 550E, in Sullivan. The service will be held at 6:30 p.m. and is open to all members of the public. “Good Friday is a significant day for Christians that commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and his death on Calvary. People get together on Good Friday to solemnly pray, reflecting on Jesus’s sacrifice. … Read More
Strong weekend storms
Photo by R.R. Best The Moultrie County Sheriff’s Department responded to a downed tree in the North Worth area during Sunday’s local storms in Sullivan. According to the City of Sullivan, there were scattered and intermittent power disruptions impacting approximately 28 customers, all of which were quickly resolved. … Read More
“One Book, One Sullivan” holds community book discussion
Local youth lead book discussions and showcase program’s value •April 2, 2025• by DM Williamee On Monday, March 24th, One Book, One Sullivan met at Sullivan’s First United Methodist Church for their reading of the book, “The Lost Year” by author Katherine Marsh. The event was very well attended, with nearly one hundred participants and an atmosphere alternating between lively and serious. Rikki Ray and Rebecca Powell greeted the community while also moving from table to table as the discussions took place. Ms. Ray shared, “I loved the conversations between the adults and the students about listening to your grandparents’ … Read More
Arthur Public Library to host career workshop
•April 2, 2025• On May 14, Jenna Slaughter with the East Central Illinois Worknet – Douglas County will be conducting a Career Development Workshop at the Arthur Public Library. The workshop will take place from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. and will benefit individuals who need assistance with career readiness. Some highlights to career readiness include creating a standout resume, effective job search strategies, mastering interview skills, building professional skills, navigating the job market, and personal branding for career success. This is an opportunity for individuals to grow professionally and make a lasting impression in the workforce. All ages are welcome … Read More
Healthcare providers can help Social Security improve the disability process
Reinvigoration of the “Health IT” initiative •April 2, 2025• The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced today a renewed emphasis on expanding opportunities for organizations to join the agency’s Health Information Technology (Health IT) program. Health IT allows SSA to use electronic data exchanges to obtain medical records directly from the provider, resulting in faster disability determinations for people applying for benefits. Faster allowances means putting much needed benefits in the hands of people in critical need. Additionally, expanding Health IT helps save taxpayer money, as each year SSA receives over 3 million new applications for disability benefits and spends over … Read More
CC’s Crossing Safety plan outlines rail infrastructure improvements
•April 2, 2025• The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) approved its annual five-year Crossing Safety Improvement Program (FY 2026-2030) to implement life-saving safety upgrades at highway-rail crossings across Illinois. Over $400 million from the Grade Crossing Protection Fund (GCPF) and Rebuild Illinois (RBI) will help local communities pay for much-needed improvements at over 900 crossing locations. “Illinois’ rail system is made up of more than 10,000 public crossings. The ICC’s Crossing Safety Improvement Plan is an essential tool for improving our state’s rail infrastructure and reducing the risk of collisions,” said ICC Commissioner Michael T. Carrigan. … Read More
April is safe digging month in Illinois
•April 2, 2025• In observance of safe digging month, the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) is reminding citizens they can reduce utility outages by calling 811. The state’s annual proclamation is a reminder to professional excavators and DIY homeowners alike to call 811 to safely mark utility lines before starting a digging project. “The warmer weather can inspire us get started on home improvement projects, but underground utility lines can be unintentionally damaged during a digging project. Remember to call 811 before you dig for projects of any size,” said ICC Chairman Doug Scott. … Read More
Confront the common cold with this beloved seasonal staple
•April 2, 2025• Everyone knows there’s no cure for the common cold. Though colds can strike at any time, cold season tends to occur when the weather cools down and people spend more time indoors. Inside viruses can circulate and spread more easily, thus leading to elevated rates of infection. … Read More