News Progress

•October 21, 2026• by Jamie Crosier The Sullivan Community Unit School District 300 Board of Education approved an application for a $50,000 state school maintenance grant during its Oct. 13 meeting, while district administrators reported on facility improvements, student achievements and community activities. The Illinois State Board of Education grant requires districts to contribute $50,000 in local funds to receive an equal amount from the state. Superintendent Dr. Walk explained that board authorization was necessary before submitting the application for the fiscal year 2027 grant. Walk said the program may be discontinued after this funding cycle. District officials are considering … Read More

•October 21, 2026• by Jamie Crosier Putting a traditional Thanksgiving meal on the table can add another expense to a household budget already stretched by rent, utilities, groceries and other necessities. The C.E.F.S. Moultrie County Outreach Office works to ease some of that pressure each year by providing Thanksgiving meals to individuals and families who regularly use its food pantry. “Providing a Thanksgiving meal means giving families one less thing to worry about during an already stressful time of year,” Moultrie County Outreach Coordinator Crystal Edwards said. “Many of the people we serve are working hard and doing everything they … Read More