Council Discusses Sewer and Drain Project Updates

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by Barry Featheringill Sullivan Reporter Sullivan’s forthcoming sewer line repair project was reported as one step closer to beginning Monday. Commissioner Bill Hagen noted that the survey of sewer lines in the northwest part of the city has been completed as well as the process of submitting a grant request for $450,000 to go along with the city’s portion of the $600,000 project. The project itself will involve either relining or replacing current piping, whichever will be the most cost effective for the city.  … Read More

Obituaries 9-4-2013

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Helen Newlan Graveside services for Helen M. Newlan, 83, were held at 10:30 a.m. today (Wednesday) in Keller Cemetery in Lovington with Pastor Al Rennert officiating. Reed Funeral Home in Sullivan handled arrangements. … Read More

Lancers Knock Off Warriors for Third Straight Season

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Coller’s 15 assists and Seegmiller’s 6 aces, just a few highlights in win by Kirk Whitaker Arthur/Sullivan Reporter “Everyone was pumped for the game,” Arthur senior Sherelle Coller commented, “We all wanted to get off to a good start, not only for each other, but to get Coach’s last season started off well.” … Read More

Locals Announce Candidacies

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Several Moultrie County residents have announced their candidacy for the March 18, 2014 primaries. On the Republican ticket, current Chief Deputy Sheriff Chris Sims will be running for Moultrie County sheriff. County board incumbents Arlene Aschermann, Todd Maxedon, and Dave McCabe will also be running. On the Democratic ticket, incumbent treasurer Marci Thompson will seek re-election, as will incumbent county clerk Georgia England. Incumbent county board member Gary Smith will also seek another term. The NP will print an update to the list of candidates running come December, and again in January, to include any write-in candidates. If running send … Read More

Youth Deer Hunt Applications Available

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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Lake Shelbyville will hold the 5th Annual Youth Firearm Deer Hunt October 12 and 13. To apply for the hunt, youth must be less than 16 years old on October 12 and be accompanied by an adult on the hunt. The youth must also purchase a 2013 youth either sex deer permit, which may be purchased at any over-the-counter licensed vendor starting in September.  … Read More

Student Council Spaghetti Supper Friday

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The SHS Student Council will host a spaghetti supper this Friday before the Redskins’ home football game. Dinner will be served in the high school commons from 4:30-7 p.m. Dinner includes a salad, spaghetti, bread, dessert, and a drink. Tickets may be purchased in advance from any student council member or at the door. Take-out meals are also available. The spaghetti supper is the student council’s largest fundraiser of the year with profits going toward homecoming, fun night, and state convention costs.

Peace Meal Program to Keep Hot Meals

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IDOA reverses decision after investigation, awards funding to SBLHC by Keith Stewart keith@newsprogress.com The ensuing fears over the Peace Meal program and it doing away with hot meals come October 1 were put to rest Tuesday night, as a statement was released explaining that Sarah Bush Lincoln Hospital has now been awarded the funding, thus keeping the Peace Meal program intact. … Read More

Lady Red Makes it Three in a Row to Start Season Off Right

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OV falls to 0-2 after two set loss Tuesday night by Emily Scott Bethany Reporter In an anticipated intra-county rivalry, the Sullivan Redskins volleyball team earned a 25-8, 25-19 win against the Okaw Valley Timberwolves Tuesday night. Sullivan started out with a lead in the first game and continued with it strongly. Okaw Valley created a few chances to score but had trouble executing plays. As OV began to trail with  errors accumulating, Sullivan came out on top 25-8. Attempting to come back in the second game, Okaw Valley saw better plays and execution as they kept a tighter hold … Read More

Understanding the Nation: “Big Bucks” Lobbying Hurts

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By Jim Nowlan Outside Columnist I have never cared for Washington, D.C. It is all about who you know rather than what you know. And about money. Since members of Congress and their staffers know key people in the political game, they are prized as lobbyists, where they make big bucks. It also increases the influence of a lobbyist if, because of the wealth of his employer, he can make big campaign contributions to the elected official. … Read More