Kathy Best Named Editor of The Seattle Times

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Once an NP staffer herself, Best becomes first female to lead the Times By The Seattle Times Staff Kathy Best, whose family has published newspapers in Sullivan for 50 years, has been named editor of The Seattle Times, Seattle Times Publisher Frank Blethen announced last week. Best, who most recently has been one of The Times’ two managing editors, replaces David Boardman, who resigned after 30 years at The Times in August to become dean of Temple University’s School of Media and Communication in Philadelphia. Best, daughter of Bob and Marion Best, is the first woman to lead The Seattle … Read More

Obituaries 10-9-2013

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Don Bragg Celebration of Life services for Don C. Bragg, 93, of Sullivan were held at 10:30 a.m. today (Wednesday) in Reed Funeral Home in Sullivan with Pastor Al Rennert officiating. Burial with military rites conducted by Sullivan American Legion Post #68 was in French Cemetery in Allenville. … Read More

Jackson’s New Showrooms and Renovations Ready for Duty

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After nearly two years, dealership’s new look and features complete by Barry Featheringill Sullivan Reporter Jackson Family of Dealerships of Sullivan offering Chrysler and General Motors brands of cars has completed a new facility on the west side of Sullivan. After purchasing the former HPR dealership in 2010, the Jackson Family of Dealerships moved from 107 E Jackson Street in Sullivan to 1320 W Jackson Street. Then approximately two years ago, the dealership decided a face-lift, among other things, was in order. … Read More

Suspicious Car Fire Under Investigation

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Parked vehicle catches fire after sound of explosion heard by Keith Stewart keith@newsprogress.com Sullivan Fire Department was called early Monday morning for a car fire at 315 E. Jackson. According to Sullivan Police Chief John Love, upon arriving at approximately 12:17 a.m., responders found a utility vehicle fully engulfed. Love said that the vehicle was not running at the time of the fire and that several calls … Read More

Historical Society Open Friday for Homecoming

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The Moultrie County Historical and Genealogical Society will be open this Friday in recognition of Sullivan High School’s homecoming. The museum and heritage center will be open from 2-4 p.m. for the public to view the research library or any of the contents of the museum. For more information, visit http://moultriecountyil.tripod.com. … Read More

Annual Dinner to Feature Lincoln Presentation

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The Moultrie County Historical and Genealogical Society dinner will be November 21 with speaker Guy Fraker, a Bloomington attorney and graduate of the University of Illinois.  Fraker is well-versed on Abraham Lincoln’s travels through the Eighth Judicial Circuit here in central Illinois and has published a book entitled “ Lincoln’s Ladder to the Presidency The Eighth Judicial Circuit”.  … Read More

Robbery Reported Behind China King

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Out of town delivery driver allegedly robbed by Keith Stewart keith@newsprogress.com According to a report by the Sullivan Police Department, a man working for a delivery service based out of Romeoville, Ill. was robbed after making a delivery to China King Friday night. … Read More

Shimkus’ Staff To Be In Bethany Oct. 16

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A member of John Shimkus’ staff will be in Moultrie County 10:30 a.m-noon Wednesday, October 16 in the Bethany Village Hall at 201 West Main Street. “These office hours allow you to meet face to face with my staff instead of over the telephone or having to drive to Effingham,” Shimkus explained. “The staff person will be able to handle any issue you may have regarding my office or the federal government.” Those who cannot attend in person may contact Shimkus’ local office at 101 North Fourth Street, Suite 303, Effingham, IL 62401 or by telephone at (217)347-7947. More information … Read More