State Sen. Chapin Rose (R-Mahomet) issued the following comments to local media based on his recent discussions with Illinois Department of Natural Resources Director Marc Miller. The Senator’s comments reflect a lack of progress on improving Eagle Creek Lodge & Resort and the continued negative effects of its closure on Shelby and Moultrie counties. … Read More
Some of the state’s highest per capita rates here in central Illinois, though still low overall by Keith Stewart keith@newsprogress.com According to data provided by Moultrie County Sheriff Jeff Thomas, 80 Moultrians have applied for concealed carry permits as of Monday, January 27. And while that may not seem like many, especially compared to the 5,305 that Cook County had reported earlier this month, it’s the per-capita rate that is of some interest. Per-capita or per person, Moultrie sees 54 out of 10,000 applying for a license compared to Cook County, which is at 10 per 10,000. Neighboring counties Douglas … Read More
Chuck Crain who is in his 15th season as featured vocalist at the Presley’s Country Jubilee Show in Branson, Mo. will be conducting a 10 a.m. worship service in the Allenville Christian Church February 2. … Read More
Former students still recall Casleton’s intrigue as teacher by Christina Whitford Sullivan Reporter For many people, the late and former area teacher George Casleton is remembered for his dynamic teaching style, but few people are aware of the chance encounter that actually brought him to our community. George Casleton was born in 1925 in the southern Illinois town of West Frankfort. He, along with his parents and two siblings, remained a part of this town throughout his adolescent years. While growing up, Casleton enjoyed banging on the drums and continued this passion for nine years as a member of the … Read More
Registered Voters who are not able to vote on Election Day March 18 are able to vote before that date either by Absentee Voting or Early Voting in the County Clerk’s office, 10 S. Main, Sullivan. Absentee Voting: February 6 through March 17 weekdays between 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with the Clerk’s office remaining open until 5 p.m. on the last day of absentee voting. Early Voting: March 3 through March 15, 2014 weekdays between 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with Special Saturday hours on the last day of Early Voting from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. A voter … Read More
The Eastern Illinois Foodbank will distribute a truckload of food to hungry area families at the Sullivan VFW Post 6410, 1146 State Hwy 32, 9-11 a.m. February 8. All Moultrie County residents who meet income eligibility criteria are welcome (see below). The distribution is part of the Foodbank’s Foodmobile Program, a system of mobile food pantries designed to help bring nutritious food to areas of chronic or extreme need. Through the program, local companies and organizations are invited to contribute toward a one-day distribution of food and optionally participate in the distribution process. The cost to partner with the Foodbank … Read More
Learn tips on how to cut back on fat in your diet during a program entitled “Cutting the Fat” hosted by Sarah Bush Lincoln’s Food and Nutrition Services. This free program begins at 6 pm, Tuesday, February 4, in the Lumpkin Family Center for Health Education located on the north side of Health Center. … Read More
Juanita Meador, 86, of Sullivan was found last Wednesday morning by a newspaper delivery person outside, lying down in a carport unresponsive and later pronounced dead at 4:45 a.m. by Moultrie County Coroner Lynn Reed. … Read More
by William C Bailey Professor, Western Illinois University Recall the national attention and concern generated just before Thanksgiving when the country’s largest turkey producer indicated the possibility of a shortage of large, fresh turkeys? There is a major national celebration that will soon be upon us, and the question may again arise – might another poultry shortage befall the American public? The day of the possible shortage is Super Bowl Sunday. And the possible shortage would be chicken wings, not turkeys. … Read More
Dick Baugher Richard Franklin “Dick” Baugher, 75, of rural Windsor passed away at 6:55 p.m. Tuesday Jan. 21, 2014 in the comfort of his home with loved ones by his side. Dick was born Oct. 31, 1938 in Mattoon, a son of Frank and Francis Weaver Baugher. Dick married Susan Hanfland Dec. 12, 1970 in Effingham, and they enjoyed 43 years together. … Read More