Knights Survive Senior Night Scare vs Shiloh 68-67 in OT
Schuring scores 28 Kirk Whitaker Arthur/Sullivan Reporter With 3:07 to go in the first half, Tyler Schuring finally sank the Knights’ first 3-point field goal of the game Wednesday on senior night against Shiloh. The bucket was a part of a 12-4 half-closing run for the Knights as they took a 30-28 lead into the locker room at halftime. “It was obvious early we weren’t making outside shots,” Knights head coach Dale Schuring said. “I told them to attack at the half and at times we did, but we didn’t do as well as we could have. We missed way … Read More
OVHS Accepts Two Resignations
by Joash Tiarks Bethany Reporter The Okaw Valley school board voted to accept the resignations of two staff members, effective at the end of this 2013-14 school year; that of cheer coach Jennifer Crowder and that of long time school librarian Sharon Lowry as she retires. … Read More
Recent Obituaries: M. Louise Marshall
M. Louise Marshall M. Louise Marshall, 95, of Bethany died at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday Feb. 18, 2014 in St. Mary’s Hospital in Decatur. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday in McMullin-Young Funeral Home in Bethany with visitation after 12:30 p.m. Saturday. Burial will be in Marrowbone Township Cemetery in Bethany. … Read More
Moultrie County Spelling Bee Winner
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Serving Up Smiles and Warm Greetings
Sullivan McDonald’s employee chosen for regional award by Jake Dilley Reporting in Sullivan If you’ve gone to McDonald’s in Sullivan, especially the drive-thru in the morning, you’ve probably been greeted by Trudy Fleshner. Having worked at the Sullivan location for over 10 years, Fleshner has greeted quite a few faces. And now, it would seem, she’s greeted so many, that now it is her turn for a warm gesture. … Read More
Staying Fit as a Family
PTO organized event enjoys third year in promoting healthy living by Christina Whitford Sullivan Reporter The obesity rate in children is an issue that is on the minds of many. In response, Sullivan Elementary School PTO found a way to promote both healthy living and families spending time together with a family event aimed at healthy activities. “It’s a great opportunity for families to get out and burn off some cabin fever from the weather,” volunteer Jennifer Voegel said. This was the third year for the Family Fit Night event at the school. A variety of organizations were on hand … Read More
Section 16 Proficiency Awards
Obituaries 2-19-2014
Ida May Bragg Ida May Bragg, 88, of Sullivan passed away at 3:30 a.m. Sunday Feb. 16, 2014 in her daughter’s home in Pekin. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in McMullin-Young Funeral Home in Sullivan with visitation one hour before the services. Burial will be in Greenhill Cemetery in Sullivan. … Read More