Following last Friday’s inaugural and successful Hangout, held by local DJ and father Mike Marshall at Wyman Park, another will follow this coming Friday, this time with Jim Griffin of BBQ Crew Catering providing hot dogs. … Read More
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
Bethany residents placed in 24 of the 25 categories during the Moultrie-Douglas 4-H horse show recently. The results are as follows: … Read More
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
The Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond co-ed soccer team will begin practice August 14 at the Lovington soccer field just south of the elementary school. Practice will be held from 3:30-5:30 p.m. … Read More
Tommy Tenney, well-known author of “The God Chasers,” and his wife Jeannie Tenney, a musician/songwriter, will speak at 6 p.m. Sunday, August 10 at New Life Church. … Read More
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
C.E.F.S. showcased their annual accomplishments in helping people and changing lives at their 48th annual board meeting in Effingham. Fifteen individuals who had overcome personal obstacles in achieving self-sufficiency were recognized. … Read More
Outdated system will receive more than a $4,000 facelift by Florence Hallford Lovington Reporter The decision to keep the animal control program was a relatively easy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
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