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

Remembering Who We Are………24

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•September 4, 2024• How Raccoons Helped Save Illinois from Canada (continued) by Janet Roney If you have not kept up, let’s review the story behind this startling title.  First, gazillions of raccoons live in Illinois, but not many beaver. Beaver fur was in great demand in Europe in the 1600s because French Huguenot hatters had learned how to make waterproof felt out of beaver fur that was used to make waterproof hats for the French army. The health of the French army improved overall. Everyone soon wanted felt hats, and the supply of beaver in Europe dried up. The French … Read More

Obituaries 9-4-2024: Richard Robinson

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Richard Robinson Richard G. Robinson, 75, of Sullivan, passed away at 1:21 p.m. Thursday August 29, 2024 in Sullivan. A Memorial visitation will be held from 5 – 7 p.m. Thursday, September 5, 2024 in the Reed Funeral Home, Sullivan, with remarks by family and friends at 7:00 p.m. Burial will be at a later date in the Marrowbone Township Cemetery, Bethany. Memorials may be made to the Sullivan FFA Chapter or to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Online condolences may be made at reedfuneralhome.net. … Read More

Obituaries 9-4-2024: Jeremy Montague

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Jeremy Montague Jeremy Lee Montague, 46, of Shelbyville passed away August 26,2024. A Celebration of Life service will be held 3:00 p.m. Sunday, September 8, 2024, at Bo Woods. Visitation will start at 1:00 p.m. at Bo Woods. Family suggests to bring chairs for the services. … Read More