December 31, 2014 Sarah Bush Lincoln’s Mobile Mammography Services will be at the SBL Sullivan Clinic January 14. The mobile mammography van is available to all women regardless of their financial status. Women with insurance that covers their yearly mammogram are also welcome. Women who qualify will receive their mammogram free. To make an appointment for a mammogram on the mobile van call 1-800-639-5929. … Read More
December 31, 2014 Bigger opponents hand Sullivan first losses of season by Keith Stewart keith@newsprogress.com One of Sullivan’s last plays of their five game tournament in Mattoon this past week showed just how much a learning experience the holiday stretch was for the Lady Red. Leading East Richland 63-54 with just over 40 seconds remaining in what was the fifth place deciding game Monday evening, Sullivan’s Elissa Stewart was sent to the foul line for a one-and-bonus. Stewart hit the front end but missed the followup. But Brittin Boyer would grab the rebound just a few feet away from the … Read More
December 31, 2014 Growing local tennis association calls for need of better facilities by Ariana Cherry & Keith Stewart keith@newsprogress.com The Sullivan City Council was addressed by a member of the public in their last regular meeting of the year to see whether rebuilding tennis courts in Wyman Park might be a possibility in the future. Christopher Dobosz, owner of the Okaw Valley Tennis Association, addressed the council with the current state of the courts and how his tennis association, in growing each of its three years, is in need of newer and more courts to continue the program in … Read More
Grace Strohl Funeral services for Grace Eloise Strohl, 92, of Decatur were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday in McMullin-Young Funeral Home in Bethany. Burial was in Marrowbone Township Cemetery in Bethany. She passed away at 9:56 a.m. Sunday, December 28, 2014 in Decatur Memorial Hospital. … Read More
Raymond Binder Funeral services for Raymond Charles “Lum” or “BoBo” Binder, 94, of Lovington were held at 11 a.m. Monday in the United Methodist Church in Lovington. Burial with military rites by Lovington American Legion Post # 429 was in Keller Cemetery in Lovington. Arrangements were made by McMullin-Young Funeral Home in Lovington. … Read More
December 31, 2014 The First Church of God Community Building will be the site of a blood drive January 13. The building is located at 232 W. State Street in Lovington, and the blood drive will be held from 3-7 p.m. For an appointment call Larry Williams at 358-4947 or Harold Renfro at 873-4332. The blood drive is sponsored by the American Legion. Those planning to donate are asked to eat a healthy meal and drink an extra 16 oz. of water and fluids before giving blood. A photo ID or blood donor card or two other forms of ID … Read More
December 31, 2014 by William C Bailey Professor, Western Illinois University There is growing consumer preference in the US for local foods. Defining local foods is a little elusive, but the key concept seems to be a desire to bring farmers and consumers closer together. In the process, the importance of food manufacturers, shippers, and retailers is reduced. This concept was addressed here five years ago when I mentioned the disinterest of major food processors, such as Bear Naked Cereal, to interact with consumers. In contrast, Kewanee based Country Morning Coffee, says, on its website, “We love to hear from … Read More
December 31, 2014 First holiday championship appearance in over 10 years By Matt Kracht NP Sport Reporter The Sullivan Redskins boys’ basketball team came up one win shy of a tournament championship, falling instead to host St Teresa in the final game 40-26. Alec Ballinger and Ty Molzen received all tourney team honors leading the Redskins to wins over Cerro Gordo, Okaw Valley, and Riverton. Coming into Monday night’s championship contest, Sullivan head coach Chester Reeder knew what the Redskins were up against. ”We’re going to have to defend and rebound. St. T always plays physical, and they execute their … Read More
December 26, 2014 Rebounding and free throws go in favor of Redskins by Keith Stewart keith@newsprogress.com For Sullivan and Okaw Valley, Tuesday evening’s second round game of the Team Soy Holiday Tournament in Decatur was a familiar one. It was a rematch from December 9 when the Redskins edged the Timberwolves 50-44 in Findlay. But this time around, not only did Sullivan nab the victory, but did so in a more convincing fashion and ultimately 54-44. Sullivan held a strong lead throughout the night, doubling up the Timberwolves several times in both the first and second quarters, and at the … Read More
December 26, 2014 Take tourney crown for first time since 2004 By Matt Kracht NP Sport Reporter Christmas arrived on Tuesday night for Okaw Valley basketball fans as the Lady Timberwolves secured their first holiday tournament championship since 2004. Amanda McClain had a double double sporting an impressive 12 point and 14 rebound line, while Megan Dash had her best performance of the season adding 10 points, six of which came in the fourth quarter to go along with nine rebounds. With the three tournament wins the Lady Timberwolves are now 11-2 on season. All-tourney selection Amy Orris has what … Read More