Join in the Fight to End Rural Hunger in Illinois

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Donate to the America’s Farmers Food Drive to benefit local food pantries Decatur–Nearly 15 percent of households in Illinois face food insecurity, which amounts to an estimated two million people, according to Feeding America, the nation’s largest domestic hunger relief organization. Families in these farming communities are often busy helping to feed the world but do not have access to enough food to sustain a healthy lifestyle for themselves. Thanks to the upcoming America’s Farmers Food Drive, rural households across the state of Illinois will soon see food on their own tables. … Read More

Scrambler Results

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The clear cut winner of Monday night’s golf scrambler at Timberlake Golf Course was the team of Andrew Pollock, Bryce Miller, Chad Palmer, and Ed Briscoe, who combined shot 7-under par. … Read More

Handmade Scented Candle Line Blooms at The Flower Pot

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Customer contest helps forge new candle company name By Mallory Murphy Sullivan Reporter In an attempt to provide the perfect candle option for their customers, The Flower Pot of Sullivan took matters into their own hands, literally, by producing their own line of handmade scented soy candles and waxes. The shop, known for their floral arrangements and specialty gift items, launched the new line of candles two years ago under the management of store owner Ellen Bernius and the craftsmanship of her Flower Pot staff. … Read More

Animal Control Program Kept; Computer Systems See Update

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Outdated system will receive more than a $4,000 facelift by Florence Hallford Lovington Reporter The decision to keep the animal control program was a relatively easy one for the Lovington Village Board Monday night. “Things are working out pretty good,” said village president Jim Minor. Pam Anklam also voiced her support for the program along with other board members. … Read More

Bethany Businesses Expect Increased Revenue from Liquor Sales

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Several already interested in soon-to-be established licenses by Derek Pope Bethany Reporter With the anticipated passage of Bethany’s new liquor ordinance on the horizon, several local businesses have already showed interest in adopting the sale of alcohol as a lucrative source of new revenue. Based on discussions by village officials, a total of five licenses authorizing various forms of alcohol sales is expected to be made available to local business owners. In addition, special event vouchers are planned to be made available to local organizations and individuals, allowing the sale of alcohol for fundraising, celebrations, or other approved reasons for … Read More

Discharge Hearing Involving Alleged Juvenile Offender and Victim

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Next Tuesday’s hearing could set the stage for jury trial if defendant found fit by Keith Stewart keith@newsprogress.com A discharge hearing involving a 16-year old juvenile who allegedly assaulted (sexually) a seven-year-old boy will be held Tuesday at the Moultrie County Courthouse. Though found unfit to stand trial after a psychological report was completed by clinical psychologist Dr. Jerry Boyd, which found the boy to likely suffer from Asperger’s Syndrome, the 16 year old, if found not innocent, could be forced to undergo further treatment. A two-year window would then follow, in which the defendant, if deemed fit for trial, … Read More