Sullivan boys finish second at Sectionals; Qualified in 10 events for State

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•May 22, 2024• by E. Scott England The Sullivan boys’ track team have had an amazing year. Records have been broken, then re-broken as they continue to push each other. It was no surprise then that at the end of the sectional meet last Wednesday that the team qualified in 10 of the 18 events. In each event, the top two finishers get to advance. All other athletes can advance if they meet the state qualifying standard for that event.  Brett Bushue became one of the first qualifiers as he advanced in both pole vault and high jump. The senior … Read More

Mrs. Sentel’s Garden Party

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•May 22, 2024• “Mrs. Sentel’s Garden Party” will be presented on Saturday, June 1, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. by the Moultrie County History Center and Allie’s Gift and Garden, who are neighboring establishments at 1303 and 1309 S. Hamilton Street, Sullivan. Winifred Titus Sentel’s annual garden party was one of Sullivan’s special social events from the past when she invited all of her lady friends from her numerous clubs to her home to view her extensive Iris and peony gardens in full bloom and hear special music by her students. She inspired one of her former students, Guy … Read More

Bee-Keeping buzzes in Arthur: A community of enthusiasts

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•May 22, 2024• In Illinois, there were about 4,800 bee-keepers registered here in Illinois in 2020 according to the Illinois Department of Agriculture. Of those 4,800, they were managing 32,878 colonies in 6,429 apiaries (collection of beehives). There are also registered bee-keepers and colonies present in all of the 102 counties of Illinois. It is certain that the bee-keepers are keeping the bee-industry buzzing. … Read More

“Bo” Wood Recreation Area boat ramp closed

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•May 22, 2024• The Bo Wood Recreation Area Boat Ramp will be closed May 22 – May 24. The closure will not allow access to Bo Wood Boat Ramp area. These closures apply to both vehicle and pedestrian traffic. Whitley Creek Ramp can be used as the alternative ramp for this area.   These closures are necessary to provide safety for workers and members of the public while contractor finalizes work.      The Corps of Engineers recognizes the impact of parking lot and ramp closures on the general public and apologizes for any inconveniences it may cause. For additional information, contact the … Read More

Remembering Who We Are……….10

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Leaving a Path  •May 22, 2024• by Janet Roney Once upon a time, a long, long time ago…an ugly rock created a big stir when it was put on display in the window of Horn’s Insurance Agency in downtown Sullivan. It was a big brown oblong shaped thing with grooves and ridges covering one flat side. Folks doing their Saturday night shopping on the square crowded around the window to get a good look at it. I was among them.   It was a mammoth tooth. It rolled out of a load of gravel from Welsh’s gravel pit when it … Read More

Obituaries 5-22-2024: Donald Swaim

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Donald Swaim Donald Ray Swaim was a big bundle of joy arriving two days before Christmas in 1951 and passed away on May 19th, 2024 at the age of 72 while surrounded by his loved ones during a bed party.  He fought a 10 year battle with cancer and did it with strength and courage. … Read More

Obituaries 5-22-2024: Thomas Kopel

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Thomas Kopel Thomas William Kopel, better known as Tom, age 71 of Quincy, IL, died May 11, 2024, at Missouri Baptist Medical Center St. Louis, MO, with his wife by his side. He is remembered as a fun and loving husband, brother, father, grandfather, cousin, uncle, and loyal friend to many. He was the son of Joe and Evelyn Kopel of Donnelly, MN. … Read More

A Look Back…5-22-2024

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2014 Sullivan’s square gained more than 50 new faces this week as The Little Theatre brought in its cast and crew for their 57th summer season of shows. A total of 112 actors, designers, directors, technicians, and staff members from all over the United States will come to town during the 10 weeks of shows. Natalie Elliott first opened her antique store, Church House Treasures, last May after reading about the property being for sale in a local publication. Elliott, a St. Joseph native, had never previously been to Bethany, let alone known where it was. Located in the former … Read More