Obituaries 8-19-2015: Joan Davis
Joan Davis Funeral services for Joan Davis, 82, of Lovington were held at 10:30 a.m. today (Wednesday) in McMullin-Young Funeral Home in Lovington. Burial was in Keller Cemetery in Lovington. She passed away at 8:35 a.m. Sunday, August 16, 2015 in Sullivan Rehabilitation & Health Care Center. Joan was born March 3, 1933 in Decatur, a daughter of Frank and Juanita Howard Wood. She married Joe A. Davis October 29, 1955, and he preceded her in death September 25, 2013. Joan was an Avon representative for many years. She loved her grandchildren and enjoyed the time they spent together. … Read More
Lake Land College Welcomes 40 New Practical Nurses to the Field
•August 19, 2015• Forty new practical nurses including Tracy Carrington and Alexandrea Robinson, both of Sullivan and Stacy Gee of Allenville were welcomed into the nursing field at a recent pinning ceremony held at Lake Land College. The Practical Nursing Program is a three-consecutive-semester program that includes classroom, skills laboratory and clinical experience in various healthcare agencies. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate may apply to write the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nursing (NCLEX-PN). Upon successful completion of the NCLEX-PN, the graduate may apply for PN licensure. … Read More
Scout History Presented Historical Society
•August 19, 2015• The Moultrie County Historical and Genealogical Society will hold their monthly general meeting at 7 p.m.Thursday, August 20 in the Heritage Center in Sullivan. The program for the evening will be the History of the Boy Scouts in Sullivan and some information on scouting in Lovington and Bethany. The speaker for the evening will be Gerry Wood, former scoutmaster. Wood holds the award of Eagle Scout, district award of Merit and the Silver Beaver award. … Read More
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Lethality and Accountability of Domestic Violence
•August 19, 2015• by Mary Hughes Moultrie County Dove Inc., Outreach Coordinator Studies consistently report victims are at a 75% higher risk of serious injuries and/or death once the victim has decided to end a relationship and/or while they are trying to leave. The abuser believes he no longer has the power to get the victim back and under his control. This is the most dangerous time for the victim and her children. Although no one can accurately predict when or if a batterer will kill or escalate violence to a life threatening level, there are many indicators … Read More
A Fun Filled Windsor Harvest Picnic
•August 19, 2015• By Nick Fiala Reporting in Windsor The Saturday afternoon events for this year’s annual Windsor Harvest Picnic kicked off under a blazing summer sun that would make anyone think twice about sitting outside for an hour. But that didn’t stop shop owners from setting up extra seating outside their Main Street storefronts. By the 2 p.m. parade starting time, sidewalks were lined with kids and adults alike cheering as the fire and police departments, the American Legion, local churches, beauty pageant winners, and more all blared their horns and threw candy to smiling parade goers. A half … Read More
CIPT Provides Freedom and Independence
The Illinois budget has the possibility of affecting services •August 19, 2015• By Ariana Cherry Reporting in Sullivan It is easy to take your mode of transportation for granted when it is readily available-whether it is the car in your garage or a ride from a friend or family member. But when you don’t have a way to get to doctor’s appointments or even the grocery store, it can be frustrating. Those who don’t have other means of getting from one place to another, depend on public transportation. For some, it is their only way to gain some type of independence. … Read More
Obituaries 8-19-2015: Bill Renner
Bill Renner Funeral services for William S. “Bill” Renner, 68, of Springfield were held at 11:30 a.m. Monday in the First Church of the Nazarene in Springfield with burial in Camp Butler National Cemetery. Bisch Funeral Home in Springfield handled arrangements. He died just before 4 a.m. Tuesday Aug. 11, 2015 in his residence. … Read More
Lake Land College Holds Extended Registration
•August 19, 2015• Lake Land College will hold extended registration hours Monday, Aug. 24 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. in the Luther Student Center on campus in Mattoon. This is the last day to register for fall semester before classes begin Aug. 25; late registration will continue through Wednesday, Aug. 26. Students may contact Counseling Services at 217-234-5232 or counsel@lakelandcollege.edu for additional information regarding the enrollment process or to schedule an appointment to meet with a counselor. Counseling walk-in hours are 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Monday through Friday during the week of August 17 through 21. … Read More