Only minor hiccups in season opener for SOV; defense stands strong

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•September 4, 2024• by E. Scott England A decent crowd—armed with umbrellas, ponchos, and towels—braved a weather delay to watch the Sullivan-Okaw Valley Redskins cruise to a season-opener win over the Villa Grove Blue Devils. Weather wasn’t the only havoc wrecking variable as cramps kept sidelining players for a couple plays. At one time it looked like a makeshift infirmary on the SOV sideline with players scattered about getting their legs worked on to relieve the cramping muscles. First Half SOV received the ball to start the game, and it appeared that Villa Grove’s defense came to take care of business. … Read More

Senior Peace Meal

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•September 4, 2024• For Reservations Call 1-800-543-1770 The Peace Meal Senior Nutrition Program suggests a donation of $4.00 for each congregate and home delivered meal. We accept the Illinois Link Card. Sept. 9 – Pulled Pork, Baked Beans, Corn, Apricots, Bun Sept. 10 – Meatloaf, Potato Salad, Carrots, Hot Fruit Crisp, Bread Sept. 11 – Chicken Broccoli, Rice Bake, Hot Beets, Herbed Peas, Dreamsicle Salad, Bread or Roll Sept. 12 – Chef Salad, Ham, Turkey, Egg, Cheese, Veggies, Banana Split Fluff Bread or Roll Sept. 13 – Chicken and Noodles, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Tomato Salad, Bread or roll … Read More

2024 summer Lake Land graduates announced

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•September 4, 2024• Lake Land College recently announced the students who have graduated following completion of the Summer 2024 term. The 2024 Summer graduates are: Ryli Kauffman from Arthur, Victoria Clark and Stacey Orris from Bethany, Braeden Nichols from Findlay, Sierra Brackemyre from Lovington and from Sullivan Ashley Arnold, John Bolin, Haylee Faulkner, Shyanne Harding, Gage Hayman, Ian Hill, Katie Honchell, Maelona Sims, Kamryn Spence, Matthew Welch and Jessica Williams. … Read More

100 years ago this month 

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•September 4, 2024• The month of September has been home to many historical events over the years. Here’s a look at some that helped to shape the world in September 1924. • The Dawes Plan goes into effect on September 1. The plan details a restructuring of reparations payments Germany owes to the Allied Powers in the aftermath of World War I. Charles G. Dawes, who was integral in developing the plan, would be awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1925 for his contributions. • On September 2, Negro National League President Rube Foster announces the first “Negro World Series” … Read More

Slow cook some spicy wings for the big game

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•September 4, 2024• The games garner the bulk of fans’ attention when football season kicks off each year at the end of summer. While the exciting action on the gridiron is a cause for celebration among millions of football fans, the food enjoyed during game day provides much to look forward to as well. Certain foods have become part and parcel of watching a particular sport. For example, who can attend a baseball game and resist the temptation to indulge in a hot dog? For football fans, chicken wings are the go-to game day dish. There’s no shortage of ways … Read More

Sullivan volleyball has early season struggles; Drops first three

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•September 4, 2024• by E. Scott England It’s not how any team wants to start—and Sullivan volleyball is no exception—but the first three opponents the Redskins have faced have easily handed Sullivan another tally in the loss column. The team traveled to Macon for their season opener against a tough Meridian Hawks team. Sullivan knew the key would be to get hands up in front of Hawk senior Ella Woolington. Unfortunately, as a team, Sullivan only had one block on the night while Woolington has nine kills. Sullivan also recorded only three aces in the two sets, with senior Emily … Read More

We can and do recover: Anti-Stigma Campaign for substance use and recovery 

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•September 4, 2024• The ROSC Council in Moultrie/Shelby County is continuing the 12-month Anti-Stigma Campaign titled “We Can and Do Recover.” This campaign aims to challenge the stigma surrounding substance use recovery by sharing stories of resilience, promoting understanding, and fostering support. Our goal is to create a more inclusive and empathetic society towards individuals in recovery.   … Read More

Setting your child up for success in school

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•September 4, 2024• by Cheri Burcham Extension Educator University of Illinois Extension     As the end of summer draws near and schools supplies pop up in local stores, parents and kids alike start focusing on the new school year. While the new year brings a level of excitement and anticipation, parents wonder on how to make the new school year successful for their children. This article by Illinois Extension County Director Karla Belzer explains how to do this: All parents want their children to become successful, caring adults. Similarly, many parents want to be involved with the formal education … Read More

USDA forecasts record corn and soybean yields

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•September 4, 2024• by Rhiannon Branch FarmWeek Record high corn and soybean yield estimates headlined the USDA’s August crop production report. The agency forecasted a national average corn yield of 183.1 bushels per acre (bpa), up 5.8 from 2023, and a national average soybean yield of 53.2 bpa, up 2.6 bushels from last season. The state average yield estimates for Illinois are also a record high at 225 bpa for corn and 66 bpa for soybeans. “Upon initial observation, of course, the market looked a little bit spooked by the fact that you had the corn yield come in at … Read More