Sullivan places fourth at WYSE academic challenge state finals

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The Sullivan High School WYSE team scored 365 points to earn 4th place in the 700 division at the State Finals hosted by the University of Illinois, a single point behind Macomb. Pleasant Plains won the event while Monticello finished 2nd. Over 350 schools in Illinois participated in the Academic Challenge with over 100 schools in the 700 division. Trophies and medals were awarded to the top five schools in each division. Cameron Jones placed 2nd in engineering graphics, earning a $1000 scholarship to the Engineering program at U of I, and he also earned 6th place in mathematics. Sullivan’s … Read More

Boosters to hold mouse race fundraiser May 11

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The Sullivan Sports Boosters will hold a pork chop supper along with the Redskin Mouse Races which are hosted by Hederman Events of St. Louis May 11 at the Sullivan American Legion. The Sports Boosters aid in purchasing supplies for the Sullivan athletic teams as well as supporting the co-op teams with Okaw Valley such as football, track and cross country. Those wishing to purchase tickets or sponsor the event may contact Melanie Byers at 454-0797, Tammy Clayton at 217-620-4167 or Kim Drury at 217-246-2861.[/s2If] … Read More

No business like show business: LTOTS unveils summer 2013 schedule

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By Mallory Murphy Sullivan Reporter Each upcoming season actually starts before the current season begins. In April of this year, as patrons gear up for the 2013 summer season, Stephens and his team will actually be picking the 2014 season line up. They use data from surveys, along with comments collected from patrons to choose which … Read More

Extended voting this coming Saturday

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The Moultrie County Clerk’s office will be open 9 a.m.-1 p.m. this Saturday for absentee and early voting and for grace period registration and voting. Grace period is for individuals who have moved or changed their name and need to transfer/update their registration or for individuals to register … Read More