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
Teeing-Off
Remember When? 8-19-2015
25 years ago this week Amanda Howen, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Howen of Sullivan, participated recently in the Eagle Talent Showcase at the Champaign Holiday Inn. Competing against 20 other area performers, she was chosen to perform on a nationally-syndicated cable TV program called The Nashville Revue Show. She will perform three musical selections before talent agents and record producers. She is a 1985 graduate of the Chicago Academy of the Arts. Angela Rogers, daughter of Jack and Marilyn Rogers of Sullivan, and Sherry Voyles, daughter of Marvin and Linda Voyles of Gays, recently received diplomas from Robert … Read More
Sweet Reward
Alzheimer’s Benefit
•August 19, 2015• Eastview Terrace will have a benefit 6 p.m.-midnight September 5 at the Sullivan VFW. The fun-filled night will include a 50/50 raffle, live band, Dj and karaoke, a silent auction, and a live auction that will include a 500-12 gauge pump combo shotgun, a five foot handmade wooden lighthouse and much more. There will be a $5.00 cover charge. All proceeds will be donated in honor of Eastview’s residents past and present, and they are being donated locally to the National Alzheimer’s Association. Eastview Terrace, located at 100 Eastview Place, specializes in Alzheimer’s and dementia care and … Read More