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Concealed Carry Prohibited in Certain Areas

News Progress Posted on January 29, 2014 by webmasterMarch 29, 2014

Though many concealed carry applicants are still waiting to hear back from the state, applications filed on the first applicable day, January 5 (4,525 in total), will hear word by April 5, no doubt many then seeing permits in the mail. But with the new concealed carry law, there are dozens of areas that are prohibited, including private and public elementary or secondary schools, or public events that require a permit of any sort from the local government, such as the Fourth of July parade in Sullivan. “If someone sees a weapon in a prohibited place, obviously he or she … Read More

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Cert. Class for Foodservice Managers

News Progress Posted on January 29, 2014 by webmasterMarch 29, 2014

A foodservice sanitation manager’s course will be offered 8 a.m.-5 p.m. February 27 and 28 at ILEAS Training Center, (former Champaign Co. Nursing Home), 1701 E Main St. in Urbana. The exam will be 9-11 a.m. Monday, March 3 at ILEAS. Persons needing recertification for their IL Dept. of Public Health certificate may attend the second day, February 28, 2014, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. … Read More

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OV School Board Moves Forward with Easement in Findlay

News Progress Posted on January 29, 2014 by webmasterMarch 29, 2014

Also discusses 1% sales tax measure in both Shelby, Moultrie By Joash Tiarks Bethany Reporter As everyone is likely now aware, the stinging Siberian cold has disrupted the academic schedule, provoking additional school closings throughout the region. Okaw Valley District has already used up all the allotted snow days for this academic year, but in the interest of safety and health of the students, it was reported that the Regional Office of Education has been granting ‘act of God’ days when schools need to close because of unusually bitter sub-zero wind chill temperatures. … Read More

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Family Fit Night Feb. 13

News Progress Posted on January 29, 2014 by webmasterJanuary 29, 2014

The Sullivan Elementary School PTO is hosting Family Fit Night 6-8 p.m. Thursday, February 13 in the elementary school gym. All families with elementary age children are welcome to attend. The goal for the event is to promote healthy lifestyle choices and show families what healthy options are available in the community. Local businesses and organizations providing fitness or nutritional services will set up displays of information and conduct fun activities for the children. Students will also have the opportunity to win prizes for participation. Anyone interested in being a vendor for Family Fit night may contact Lauren Calandrilla at … Read More

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Recent Obituaries: Judy Ramsey

News Progress Posted on January 27, 2014 by webmasterJanuary 27, 2014

Judy Ramsey Judy A. Ramsey, 70, of Sullivan died at 7:10 a.m. Sunday Jan. 26, 2014 in her daughter’s home in Janesville. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in McMullin-Young Funeral Home in Sullivan with visitation one hour before the services. Burial will be in Greenhill Cemetery in Sullivan. … Read More

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Sullivan Earns Win Against Former Coach Saturday

News Progress Posted on January 26, 2014 by webmasterJanuary 26, 2014

Pulls away after first quarter to defeat Neoga 59-42 by Keith Stewart keith@newsprogress.com Saturday night’s rescheduled game had a little extra to it, as Sullivan’s boys’ basketball team visited former head coach Bob Lockart and his Indians and came away with a 59-42 win. “It was fun,” said Sullivan coach Chester Reeder, who was an assistant under Lockart for three years before taking over this year when Lockart left to take the head coach position in Neoga. “I’ve been looking forward to this one. I’m glad we got this one in.” The Indians got out to a good start against … Read More

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Sullivan Earns Win Against Former Coach Saturday

News Progress Posted on January 26, 2014 by webmasterMarch 29, 2014

  Pulls away after first quarter to defeat Neoga 59-42 by Keith Stewart keith@newsprogress.com Saturday night’s rescheduled game had a little extra to it, as Sullivan’s boys’ basketball team visited former head coach Bob Lockart and his Indians and came away with a 59-42 win. “It was fun,” said Sullivan coach Chester Reeder, who was an assistant under Lockart for three years before taking over this year when Lockart left to take the head coach position in Neoga. “I’ve been looking forward to this one. I’m glad we got this one in.” The Indians got out to a good start … Read More

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Recent Obituaries: Juanita Dotson Meador

News Progress Posted on January 23, 2014 by webmasterJanuary 23, 2014

Juanita Dotson Meador Juanita Dotson Meador, 86, of Sullivan passed away 4:45 a.m. Wednesday, January 22, 2014 at her home in Sullivan. Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 25, 2014 at McMullin-Young Funeral Home, Sullivan. Visitation will be held one hour before the services at McMullin-Young Funeral Home, Sullivan. Burial will be in Mt. Zion General Baptist Cemetery, Coles County. Memorials may be made to the Donor’s Choice. … Read More

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Lady Red Lose State Ranking

News Progress Posted on January 23, 2014 by webmasterJanuary 23, 2014

by Keith Stewart keith@newsprogress.com After enjoying a three-way tie for 10th place in class 2A last week, the Sullivan girls’ basketball team was booted by none other than Mt. Carmel, who boasts Tyra Buss, and who ousted Sullivan last year in the opening sectional. “I guess I was a little surprised not to see us ranked in the top 10 anymore after only two losses for the year,” said Sullivan head coach Sheri McCain Thursday in an email. To read the rest of this story, you must be logged in as a subscriber. If so, click here. … Read More

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Lady Red Lose State Ranking

News Progress Posted on January 23, 2014 by webmasterMarch 29, 2014

by Keith Stewart keith@newsprogress.com After enjoying a three-way tie for 10th place in class 2A last week, the Sullivan girls’ basketball team was booted by none other than Mt. Carmel, who boasts Tyra Buss, and who ousted Sullivan last year in the opening sectional. “I guess I was a little surprised not to see us ranked in the top 10 anymore after only two losses for the year,” said Sullivan head coach Sheri McCain Thursday in an email. … Read More

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Okaw Valley’s Gabby Totten, a member of the CAM/OV Golf Team, celebrated senior night at the Moweaqua Golf course on September 25.


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