•September 9, 2026• by Jamie Crosier There are some problems you can solve with a list. What needs to go in the kids’ backpacks? Make a list. What needs to happen before company comes over? Make a list. What needs to get done before Monday morning? Definitely make a list. But the bigger decisions in life rarely cooperate quite so nicely. … Read More
•September 9, 2026• University of Illinois Extension 4-H is offering two exciting career exploration field trips this fall, providing youth with hands-on opportunities to learn about veterinary medicine, animal health, food production, and career pathways within the animal industry. Youth will have the opportunity to visit the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine Open House in Urbana and participate in an exclusive behind-the-scenes experience at Kal Kan Mars Pet Care in Mattoon. … Read More
Marjory Queen Marjory J. Queen, 87, of Bethany, passed away August 31, 2026, at her home. Graveside services were held Friday, September 4, 2026, at Marrowbone Township Cemetery, Bethany. Memorials may be made to the Cumberland Presbyterian Church, Bethany or to the Marrowbone Public Library, Bethany. McMullin-Young Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements. … Read More
Iris Liesen Iris Liesen Iris Hunt Liesen, 94, of Brazil, IN, formerly of Springfield, IL, passed away 1:05 p.m. Thursday, September 3, 2026, at Towne Park Skilled Nursing, Brazil, IN. … Read More
Hollis Dick Hollis A. Dick, 92, a lifetime resident of Bethany, passed away 4:29 p.m. Thursday, September 3, 2026, at Willow Breeze Hospice House, Mattoon. … Read More
1966 Jim Ralston, manager of The Index store in Sullivan, presented a check to Mrs. Jackie Hardy, of Shelbyville. Mrs. Hardy’s recipe for Rhubarb Custard pie was the winning recipe for the Molly McKay column. The Index was one of the sponsors of the column. John Nagy and Charles White were named as co-sponsors of the annual Sullivan High School homecoming festivities. This year’s Homecoming opponent was Monticello. … Read More
•September 9, 2026• CEFS announces the start of the Energy Assistance Program CEFS Economic Opportunity Corp, as administrator of the Energy Assistance Program in the counties of Christian, Clay, Effingham, Fayette, Montgomery, Moultrie and Shelby recently announced that funds are available to assist income-eligible households with their natural gas, propane and/or electric bills and furnace assistance for inoperable heating systems. The program will begin taking applications on October 1, 2026, for older adults (60+ years), individuals with a disability, families with children age 5 years and under, and households that are disconnected from their utilities, have a disconnection … Read More
•September 9, 2026• by Jamie Crosier Brightly painted obstacle courses, hopscotch challenges, an alphabet scramble and other activities now stretch across the blacktop at Sullivan Elementary School, giving students new ways to move, create and play during recess. The artwork is a visible change students can enjoy now, but it is part of a larger, multi-year effort by the Sullivan Elementary School PTO to improve the school’s outdoor spaces and eventually replace playground equipment that is approximately 30 years old. The idea grew from what the PTO calls its annual “Dream Big” requests, which give school staff an opportunity to … Read More
•September 9, 2026• The Lovington Christian Church, 301 S. County, Lovington, will hold its annual chicken fry on Saturday, September 2 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. The menu includes fried chicken, mashed potatoes, sweet corn and dessert. Meals are $14 for adults or $40 for immediate family. … Read More
•September 9, 2026• The Moultrie County Recovery Oriented Systems of Care (ROSC) Council, a program of Hour House, is launching its “Recovery Month Matters” social media awareness initiative throughout September. This initiative aligns with the ROSC Council’s mission to reduce stigma, promote recovery, and strengthen the health and wellness of individuals, families, and communities through education and community engagement. The campaign encourages community members to support Recovery Month by learning more about substance use and mental health, using respectful and nonjudgmental language, and offering support to friends and loved ones. You can also share messages of hope, attend local Recovery Month events, and advocate for access to treatment, recovery services, and mental … Read More