Bringing the Boats Back to the Lake

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New boat dealer/repair facility opens in Sullivan June 10, 2015 by Joash Tiarks Reporting in Sullivan As summer approaches and things heat up at the lake, many boaters will recognize a familiar name in town, especially those with runabouts and the larger cruisers. Clinton Marine, out of Weldon, Ill. is expanding and has opened up shop in the former D & M Sporting Good storefront on S. Hamilton Street in Sullivan. “We felt it was a good idea to get down there, not only for service but also for sales,” owner Jeff Gibbs explained. “There really has not been anyone … Read More

Other Railroad Stories: A Night to Remember

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June 10, 2015 by Jerry Ginther NP Columnist The aroma of brewing coffee hung in the morning air as many of us viewed the incredible sight before us. It was a cold winter morning in January 1969, although slightly above freezing, as we surveyed the wreckage of a head on collision between two trains. The crash had occurred in the early morning hours that same day at Indian Oaks just a short distance north of Kankakee, Ill. at a junction point where three tracks converged into two. The aroma was the result of a box car carrying coffee being demolished … Read More

All LOVC Selections Announced

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June 10, 2015 Both LOVC member schools Okaw Valley and Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond had student athletes selected as all-conferece for softball and baseball. OVHS For the Timberwolves, pitcher Devon Still was chosen  while infielders Peyton Hagerman and Dylan Park were also selected. Honorable mentions went to Garrett Fritz, Drew Fruchtl, Joe Jeffers, and Taylor Coleman. … Read More

Public Invited to Health Insurance for People 65 and Over Program

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June 10, 2015 Questions surrounding health insurance have multiplied since the Affordable Care Act passed. Now that it is nearing full implementation, questions persist about “how does it affect me?” Health Insurance for People 65+ will be held at University of Illinois Extension, 122 S. Walnut St. in Arthur at 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 30. This lesson addresses how ACA affects people 65 years and older. In addition, options in Medicare coverage and how the Affordable Care Act affects Medicare will be discussed. … Read More

Lovington Library News for June

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June 10, 2015 Talking Books Do you know someone that is unable to read books, due to poor eyesight? Did you know that they can go to their local library and sign-up for Talking Books? Call your library for more details. Library on the Go EBooks If you are a patron of Lovington Public Library, you can connect with Library on the Go Ebooks on your Kindle, Nook, etc. Call your library to see how to sign-up for Library on the Go at 873-4468. Read to the Rhythm The Lovington Public Library will be starting Summer Reading Registration on Monday … Read More

Allen Awarded $1,500 Scholarship

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June 10, 2015 Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond High School student Christy Allen has been awarded a $1,500 scholarship from America’s Farmers Grow Ag Leaders, a new program sponsored by the Monsanto Fund. Allen, of Arthur, plans to study agricultural communications at the University of Illinois this fall. “Christy’s involvement in FFA has led to her interest in ag,” said Wendy Leenerts, FFA advisor at the high school. “She has been a very successful member and has taken advantage of all of the opportunities the organization provides. She was an extremely dedicated reporter for our chapter for several years and was the first to … Read More

Coon Awarded Scholarship

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June 10, 2015 Zachary Coon has been awarded a scholarship by the Illinois Lumber and Material Dealers Association Foundation. Coon graduated from Sullivan High School in the spring of 2011 and attended Lake Land College to study building construction technology before transferring to Southern Illinois University Edwardsville where he is working towards his bachelor’s degree in construction management with a minor in business administration. Coon wishes to earn his master’s degree and join the management team of a large construction firm. … Read More

County Board Okays Rauner’s Turnaround Agenda

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While a formality, board’s approval marks support for Governor’s reforms June 10, 2015 by Keith Stewart keith@newsprogress.com At their regular meeting last month, the Moultrie county board unanimously approved Governor Bruce Rauner’s “Turnaround Agenda”, also known as the “Local Government Empowerment and Reform” resolution. In what is only a show of support with no binding action, the nine-member board gave their approval of the call for reforms that the Illinois governor has been pushing now since he entered office, including those dealing with workers compensation, property tax freezes, term limits, prevailing wage, and empowerment zones or right-to-work areas where union … Read More