Sullivan Schools Look to the Future

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•October 28, 2015• By Mike Brothers Future goals are a step closer to being for Sullivan schools following a special October 21 planning meeting. This special meeting of the Unit School District No 300 board invited participation from attending members of the public, teachers and administration in an effort to best determine the future course of education in the district. “Overall the comments were not as negative,” Supt. Brad Tuttle began. “We have made progress on original goals, and we’ll be looking at new goals.” Tuttle explained the planning session information will be put together by Illinois Association of School … Read More

Long Season Ends With Constructive Loss

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ALAH gives Cumberland its best •October 28, 2015• by Keith Stewart For the NP This isn’t just a sportswriter trying to make fans happy. Friday night’s 50-20 loss to Cumberland was as indicative as the rest of the Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond football season: get better, be resilient, and never give up. The Knights’ squad, which has had its fair share of injuries strike its small 25 man roster, has had to play a different puzzle each week when it came to assignments. And week nine was no different. “It’s been that way all year long,” said head coach Dale Schuring. “I don’t … Read More

Rauner Budget Strategy Flawed When No One Wins

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•October 28, 2015• By Jim Nowlan NP Guest Columnist Bruce Rauner has cast the budget stalemate as a kind of Armageddon—the decisive battle between good and evil. His problem is that no matter how things turn out, the battle between him and the Democrats in the legislature won’t be decisive. The walls won’t come tumbling down (to mix biblical metaphors) on the Democrats, who hold big majorities in the legislature, in one fell swoop. Democrats know that Rauner’s strategy of demanding big changes from them or he won’t sign a tax increase is a flawed and hollow threat. The governor … Read More

Lake Land College to Hold Annual Job Fair in February

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•October 28, 2015• Does your business require a certain skill set or are you looking to hire highly qualified employees? If so, get a jump start on finding the right employees for your business at Lake Land College’s annual Job Fair. The college will host a professional job fair on Wednesday, February 24 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Field House on the Lake Land College campus in Mattoon. This event is sponsored by Career Services. … Read More

Oktoberfest Enjoys Good Crowd on Brisk Weekend

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Variety of Events •October 21, 2015• By Stu D. Baker NP Reporter The Sullivan Chamber Economic Development put together another successful Ocktoberfest on the Square in Sullivan this past weekend. In spite of crisp temperatures the crowd was enthusiastic. “It was a great weekend. It was a little chilly at night, but the tent was warm, and it didn’t seem to stop people from coming out,” event coordinator Laurrie Minor said.  “We had some great food, craft and service vendors for the festivalgoers to enjoy. “ Oktoberfest 5K Run/Walk & Punkin Run Overall winner in the Octoberfest 5K run/walk and punkin … Read More

Vets Appreciation Luncheon Nov. 16

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•October 21, 2015• Mid Illinois Senior Services and Peace Meal is hosting a Veterans Appreciation luncheon Monday, Nov. 16 beginning at 11:30 a.m. Veterans and their spouses eat free. Everyone is encouraged to enjoy the 11:30 meal for $3.50. The meal includes ham and beans with cornbread. A sign up sheet is available at the Senior Center. … Read More

Okaw Valley Schools Honor Veterans

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•October 21, 2015• The Okaw Valley School District invites all veterans and their families to a special Veterans Day program at Okaw Valley High School  in Bethany Tuesday, November 10. A biscuit and gravy breakfast will be provided to all who attend, beginning at 8:15 a.m. in the school cafeteria. An assembly will follow at 9:15 a.m. featuring the Okaw School District band and chorus students. The keynote speaker for this year’s observance is Dennis Bone, Air Force veteran. Those able to attend should call 665-3232 for a reservation. … Read More