Remembering George

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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

Absentee, Early, and Grace Period Registration/Voting

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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

Food Distribution in Sullivan Feb. 8

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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

Program on Reducing Fat Intake

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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

Another Possible Shortage?

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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

Obituaries 1-29-2014

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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

Concealed Carry Prohibited in Certain Areas

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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

Cert. Class for Foodservice Managers

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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

OV School Board Moves Forward with Easement in Findlay

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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