Suspicious Fire Damages Abandoned House in Bethany

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Ongoing investigation into cause May 6, 2015 by Keith Stewart keith@newsprogress.com A fire that took place Friday evening caused extensive exterior and interior damage to an abandoned house in Bethany. According to Bethany fire chief Jim McMahan, his department received a call at 9:08 p.m. Friday about a fire at 409 N. Washington. His department was on scene five minutes later. McMahan, who lives near the property, says he could see the fire from his house. “Flames were shooting up about 30 feet above the house,” he said. … Read More

Obituaries 5-6-2015: Vera Smith

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Vera Smith Mass of Christian burial for Vera Mae Smith, 99, of Lovington was celebrated at 11 a.m. Tuesday in St. Isidore Catholic Church in Bethany. Burial was in St. Isidore Cemetery in Bethany. McMullin-Young Funeral Home in Lovington assisted with arrangements. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, at 6:15 p.m. Friday, May 1, 2015 in Tuscola Health Care Center. … Read More

Neuhauser’s Next Net: Lake Land College

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Sullivan senior to become Lady Laker this fall May 6, 2015 by Keith Stewart keith@newsprogress.com There really is something to be said for love of the game. And gained. Just ask Emily Neuhauser. The Sullivan senior hoopster last month signed her letter of intent, committing to join Lake Land College’s women’s basketball team come this fall. “It’s going to be a lot different because it’s the collegiate level,” acknowledged Neuhauser. “I’m excited to see where he (Dave Johnson) puts me on that court. I’ll do whatever he says. I’m ready to see what he has in store for me.” Neuhauser’s … Read More

ALAH Wins Business, Computer Contest

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May 6, 2015 Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond High School placed first overall in the annual Business and Computer Contest sponsored by the Lake Land College Business Division and Club IT. Students from area high schools competed in the following categories: accounting, desktop publishing, general business and current events, Internet treasure hunt, keyboard timings, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, proofreading, and web page design. Depending on the category, students either completed a written test or a hands-on test on the computer. First place winners of each contest received a 3-credit-hour tuition waiver from Lake Land College. … Read More

Sullivan Softball Edges OV 5-4 in Battle of Aces

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Clements ends game with walk-off May 6, 2015 By Matt Kracht NP Sports Reporter Two of the area’s top prep softball teams went to battle on Saturday for bragging rights on Sullivan’s north diamond. Amanda McClain and Heidi Clements, both all-conference pitchers, dueled it out for seven innings before Clements took matters into her own hands with a walk off game winner. Sullivan head coach Ben Richter said he was pleasantly surprised by the outcome. “I am just still trying to figure out how we pulled this one out,” he admitted. “That was a great team that hits the ball … Read More

Knights Defeat Marshall Tue.

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May 6, 2015 More than a week away from the field didn’t seem to affect the Knights, as they returned to action and defeated Marshall 6-1 Tuesday. ALAH was led by both Brad Miller and Marcus Vanausdoll who each had two hits a piece. Ross Ryan, meanwhile, worked all seven innings from the mound, allowing six hits, one run, and one walk while striking out five. … Read More

Redskins Bat Through OV in 10-2 Win

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T-wolves’ defense lacks in the loss May 6, 2015 by Keith Stewart keith@newsprogress.com Of Sullivan’s 10 runs Saturday, only three were earned. In what was an uncharacteristic day for the typically stalwart Okaw Valley defense, the Timberwolves committed three costly errors and had a handful of dropped third strikes on which Sullivan was able to reach first. And despite a seventh inning rally by OV, Sullivan kept the lid on the Timberwolves, who fell 10-2. Errors in both the first and second innings helped Sullivan to a 6-0 lead going into the third. From there, the two Moultrie County rivals … Read More