Free Suits for Veterans Until November 11

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In their commitment to supporting the nation’s armed forces, especially as they enter the civilian work force, the Gary Sinise Foundation, along with Jos. A. Bank are providing a free suit to qualifying veterans and service members through a national promotion.  In order to qualify for a Jos. A. Bank free suit, applicants must provide the proper documentation by faxing 818.432.8999 or emailing contact@garysinisefoundation.org a DD214 form, a statement of service if still active duty, or make a copy of the front and back of the military ID. The suits will be distributed on a first come, first served basis, … Read More

Schuring Comes Up Big in Knights Close Win Over Salt Fork

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Top seeded Maroa-Forsyth comes to Wilson Field Saturday by Kirk Whitaker Arthur/Sullivan Reporter The beginning of events for AL-AH didn’t start well in Saturday’s 1A first round playoff game against Salt Fork. The normally potent Knights offense started their first possession with a three and out—the first time for the Knights all season—and the defense’s first play resulted in a long run for Salt Fork.  … Read More

Dolphins Compete in Halloween Splash

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Submitted by Don Rousser The Terre Haute Torpedoes hosted the Halloween Splash swim meet  October 25-27 at Terre Haute South High School in Terre Haute, Ind. There, the Sullivan Blue Dolphins competed and brought home the first place team trophy as well as several individual trophies for high point totals for various boys’ and girls’ age groups. Pictured topmost, is the 10 & Under (morning session) left to right: Gabrielle Spain, JJ Standerfer, Sofia Nuzzo, Deanna Clark, Noah Spain, Ethan Schmohe, Mason Booker, and Kaiden Smith. Pictured bottommost,  is the 11 & Up (afternoon session) winners, from left to right: Front … Read More

Area Sport Banquets

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This week, we featured awards that were given out at Sullivan High School’s volleyball banquet, Okaw Valley’s volleyball and golf banquets, and Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond’s soccer and cross-country banquets, as seen below:

Halloween Parade Relocated to SHS

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With today’s weather forecast, the AmBucs Halloween parade has been relocated from outside on Sullivan’s square to indoors at the Sullivan High School gymnasium. Lineup will still be at 5:45 p.m. with the parade beginning at 6 p.m. For more information or questions, contact the Sullivan Chamber and Economic Development at 728-4223. … Read More

Marching Band Racks Up Awards

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Finishes season on high note by Emily Scott Reporting in Sullivan After making some changes in their performance all while keeping a strong work ethic, the Sullivan Marching Redskins have seen their efforts pay off in marching band competitions this season. Specifically, the band participated in the Monticello and Mt. Zion Marching Band contests earlier this school year and excelled in all areas.  … Read More

Timberwolves Give Senior Pack Warm Sendoff, Defeating VG in Two

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Finish regular season 7-14 by Emily Scott Bethany Reporter While honoring their seniors on Senior Night, the Okaw Valley volleyball team gained a victory over the Villa Grove Blue Devils in a 25-9, 25-7 match Thursday. The Lady Timberwolves came out strong, determined to get a win, and did just that. OV gained a lead early in the first game and built on it, while Villa Grove’s multiple errors and passing problems aided in their downfall. With sound passing and well-executed plays at the net by junior hitter Blair Monroe and senior setter Mollee Decesaro, OV was able to slide … Read More