Passion for Pets Breeds New Grooming Business

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by Jake Dilley Reporting near Dunn Moultrie County now has a new pet grooming business, Lucky Dog Pet Grooming, opened by owner Carrie Simmons. Simmons, who is a native of Blue Mound, graduated from Eastern Illinois University and was an auditor with ADM for several years. But after having children and being a stay-at-home mom for a short time, Simmons decided to follow her passion for animals and attend the Hair at the Dog pet grooming school in Monticello. There she completed the hands-on training necessary to graduate including learning how to use clippers, what blades work and how they … Read More

Obituaries 12-11-2013

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Tim Cooley A memorial service for Timothy Wayne Cooley, 56, of Charleston was held Sunday at Broadway Christian Church in Mattoon with the Rev. Greg Sexton officiating. Edwards Funeral Home in Arcola assisted with arrangements. … Read More

Tax Increase Approved Monday Night for Sullivan Schools

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Head football coach resignation also accepted by Keith Stewart keith@newsprogress.com The Sullivan school district approved their tax levy Monday night, representing a tentative net increase of $342,129 in tax dollars, an 8.78 percent increase over last year’s amount. Because the increase was more than five percent, the district held a truth-in-taxation meeting prior to the regularly scheduled meeting, giving members of the public an opportunity to voice either support for or opposition to the levy. … Read More

Little Theatre Reports Cost Reductions

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Further outlines plan to repay debt to Sullivan by Barry Featheringill Sullivan Reporter John Stephens of The Little Theatre On The Square once again brought to the council a proposal on how the theatre plans to stay up-to-date with its repayment of debt to the city, which includes an extra $100 a week “to show good faith.” … Read More