News Progress

•August 19, 2026• Photo by Ian KinkleyYoung performers take the stage during The Little Theatre On The Square’s April 2026 production of Disney’s Finding Nemo Jr. The production was part of the theater’s Future Stars Program and featured local youth performers in grades four through 12. by Jamie Crosier Young performers from Sullivan and surrounding communities will have an opportunity later this month to audition for two productions at The Little Theatre On The Square in Sullivan, with each offering a different kind of theatrical experience. Auditions for Matilda Jr. and A Christmas Story: The Musical will be held Sunday, … Read More

•August 19, 2026• by Jamie Crosier Sullivan Community Unit School District 300 is entering the new school year nearly fully staffed while completing a series of facility, technology and maintenance projects across the district. During the Sullivan school board’s Aug. 10 meeting, Superintendent Dr. Ted Walk reported that the district was fortunate to fill teaching vacancies quickly and with strong candidates. Approximately seven or eight teachers participated in new teacher orientation. Walk noted that the openings were largely created by employees retiring, accepting promotions or leaving for other personal or professional opportunities, rather than teachers departing for neighboring districts. … Read More

•August 19, 2026• by E. Scott England Following an absence from previous meetings, Todd Hale has officially resigned his post as trustee for the Village of Lovington. In a resignation letter read by President Brittany Bates, Hale remarked that his time as a trustee has “been an honor” and he vowed that the board “keep fighting the good fight.” His resignation was unanimously accepted by the board.  The remaining trustees then briefly convened into closed session before resuming the open meeting to take action on the appointment of new trustee, Dena Norris. Norris, a lifelong Moultrie County resident, has resided … Read More