Obituaries 7-22-2026: Terry Warren
Terry Warren Terry P. Warren, 85, of Sullivan, passed away 12:00 Noon, Friday, July 18, 2026 in his residence. … Read More
Obituaries 7-22-2026: David Tipsword
David Tipsword David Edward Tipsword, 71, of Mattoon, passed away July 12 at the Mattoon Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center. … Read More
Obituaries 7-22-2026: Jayden Taber
Jayden Taber Jayden N. Taber, 30, of Monticello, passed away at 10:54 p.m. Monday, July 13, 2026. … Read More
Obituaries 7-22-2026: Norma Standerfer
Norma Standerfer Norma Jean Standerfer, 90, of Sullivan, formerly of Bethany, passed away 3:51 p.m. Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at Heritage Woods of Sullivan. … Read More
Obituaries 7-22-2026: E. Ann Elder
E. Ann Elder E. Ann Elder, 73, of Sycamore, IL died on July 11, 2026 at the DeKalb County Rehab and Nursing Center. … Read More
Mid-Illinois Senior Services celebrates America’s 250th birthday
•July 22, 2026• Photo by Jamie Crosier by Jamie Crosier Patriotic decorations, American flags and familiar songs welcomed guests Thursday, July 16, as Mid-Illinois Senior Services Inc. hosted a celebration honoring America’s 250th birthday. Mid-Illinois Senior Services serves as the Aging and Disability Resource Center and Coordinated Point of Entry for the East Central Illinois Agency on Aging. The celebration featured guest speaker Becky Lawson, followed by a free lunch of Blackstone-grilled hamburgers, sides and dessert. Entertainment was provided by the American Patriots Band. … Read More
IAHC Steam Threshing Days set
•July 22, 2026• Steam Threshing Days will be held on Friday, July 31 from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturday, August 1 from 7:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. at the Illinois Amish Heritage Center on Illinois Route 133, six miles west of Arcola and three miles east of Arthur. The purpose of this event is to show attendees how crops were grown and harvested during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The Amish continue using many of these methods in their farming operations today. This event continues to expand each year and the 2026 event promises to be … Read More
Sparrows Unlimited auction brings Christmas spirit to Lovington in July
•July 22, 2026• by Jamie Crosier Christmas trees, holiday decorations and live music may seem out of place in the middle of summer, but that’s exactly what visitors might find when Sparrows Unlimited hosts its annual Christmas for the Kids Auction on Saturday, July 25, in the grassy lot outside East End Tavern in Lovington. The daylong fundraiser combines entertainment, food, family activities and a silent auction, with proceeds benefiting local children and families. For Pam Anklam, president of Sparrows Unlimited, the event represents much more than a fundraiser. “The first thing I would want people to know is that … Read More
A Look Back…7-22-2026
2016 One hundred fifteen kids, numerous donations, and a little heart let the Summer Park Program flourish in Sullivan. Jake and Melissa Haegen worked hard to improve Sullivan’s Park and Rec program. An over 50-year-old program evolved from 30 to 40 kids to 115, from two supervisors to multiple teenage volunteers who had been through the program, and from a quick lunch break to a provided food program. Blair Monroe of Bethany and Ben Bushue of Solomon won ribbons in the Moultrie Douglas Fair 4-H Livestock show. … Read More
Delinquent tax auction
•July 22, 2026• Moultrie County, as Trustee, has completed their tax deed proceedings on real estate properties that were delinquent for 2022 and prior real estate taxes. The County, as Trustee, will now offer for sale the real estate obtained to the public. They will offer approximately 5 items through a sealed bid auction sale. All sealed written bids must be in the Moultrie County Treasurer’s Office located in the Moultrie County Courthouse, 10 S. Main Street – Suite 10, Sullivan, Illinois 61951 no later than the close of business on August 14, 2026. All online bids must be submitted … Read More