•October 28, 2015• A benefit for Emmett Flynn Garriott will be 3-8 p.m. Friday, Nov 13 at Sullivan Church of God. Emmett, son of Cole and Meghan Garriott, was diagnosed with Severe Combine Immune Deficiency (SCID). He is unable to fight infections so a bone marrow transplant is needed. … Read More
State Comes Up Short •October 28, 2015• By Mike Brothers While the state’s budget continues to take away from community services, Mid Illinois Senior Services in Sullivan is finding ways to cope. Deb Groendal is executive director of the agency that provides a variety of senior services from Peace Meal programs to Medicare Insurance counseling. “About 60 percent of our budget comes from the state,” Groendal said, pointing out none of that money is now being received. Another 40 percent of Mid-Illinois Senior Services is funded through federal grants with Moultrie County taxpayers helping out with a property tax contribution. … Read More
•October 28, 2015• Sullivan Redskins volleyball played Clinton senior night October 22. Clinton won in two varsity games 25-21 and 25-9. Those seniors recognized were Taylor Booker, Abby Elzy, Alyssa Marshall, Seleste Smith and manager Katie Payton along with their parents. “Each player has worked hard this season, remained committed to her team, and should be proud of their growth and accomplishments,” coach Krista Smith said. … Read More
•October 28, 2015• Sullivan-Okaw Valley cross country competed in the Class 1A Regionals at Shelbyville this weekend. Ashlynd Risley scored a personal best time of 19:42 and placed seventh overall. Both the boys’ and girls’ teams placed fourth qualifying them for a spot at the Class 1A Sectionals next Saturday in Decatur. The following athletes will be competing: … Read More
•October 28, 2015• Since Breast Cancer Awareness month has been celebrated during October, there is still time to donate a $1 to show support with a pink ribbon at the Wild Hair Saloon, 5 West, Oakwood Apothecary, Sandy Sanders, Traditional Sullivan Bakery, Gasland and Barry Featheringill in Sullivan and Bethany Foods. … Read More
•October 28, 2015• The state of Illinois will no longer restrict the movement of any cut, non-coniferous firewood within the state. Illinois joins Missouri, Iowa, and Kentucky in the deregulation of Emerald Ash Borer (EAB). The 2015 survey of traps detected EAB in 10 new counties in Illinois: Madison, Mercer, Jackson, Saline, Hamilton, Wayne, Clay, Jefferson, Washington, and Bond. The addition of 10 new counties has brought the total count of confirmed counties to 60. “The survey results this year support deregulation with nearly 60 percent of our counties confirmed positive for EAB,” said Plant and Pesticide Specialist Supervisor Scott … Read More
There is a Need for Speed •October 28, 2015• By Mike Brothers When Brianna Mahon graduated from Sullivan High School in 2008, her need for speed had already taken over the teenage honor student’s life. Professional MotoCross racing dominated her weekends then, but today she’s getting into bigger machines. Mahon is a mild-mannered hair dresser working from her rustic shop at the intersection of Main Street and Highway 128 in Dalton City during the week. When the weekend comes, she gets behind the wheel of the Monster Jam Truck Scooby Doo in nationwide events. Monster Jam competitions are held in … Read More
•October 28, 2015• It was senior night for the Okaw Valley volleyball team, and they celebrated with a win over Cerro Gordo October 15. In two hard fought matches Okaw Valley came out on top 25-22 and 29-27. The team record is 10-14-0. Megan Dash stepped up for nine kills, one ace, three digs and six block shots. … Read More
•October 28, 2015• Halloween in Lovington will be celebrated Friday, October 30. Safe trick of treating at businesses runs from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. with residential treating from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. On Saturday, October 31 a costume judging will be held at the First Church of God Life Center beginning at 4 p.m. Anyone from infant to high school age qualifies for the judging contest. Lovington Community Club is providing hot dogs and chips. The Lovington Park Board is providing drinks and desserts. … Read More