•March 13, 2024• FIA with Catholic Charities is having Matter of Balance classes at the Elizabeth Titus Memorial Library, 2 W. Water St., Sullivan in April. These fall prevention classes will be held from 10-noon Tuesdays and Thursdays from April 2-25. A $20 donation is requested. To register or for more information contact Carol Logan at (217) 428-3458 ext. 231. … Read More
•March 13, 2024• Illinois Wesleyan University’s Dean’s List for the fall semester of the 2023-24 academic year consisted of 752 students from 33 states and 30 countries. To qualify for the Dean’s List, students must earn a GPA of 3.50 or better during the semester, based on 4.0 for straight As. Graduates included Gavin Gonzalez, of Mattoon, and Drew Rogers, of Sullivan. … Read More
•March 13, 2024• History of National Ag Week: Agriculture is the biggest food contributor in America. America is the net exporter of food, which means that this industry is a source of food and wealth. The rich history of agriculture in the U.S. attracted colonists to the area. Since most colonists were European, the styles of agricultural cultivation and production were Europe influenced as well. Colonists also brought a large amount of livestock with them to America, which caused changes in its natural landscape. As the population grew, farms expanded, and settlements moved from the east into the west. This … Read More
•March 13, 2024• Submitted by Janet Roney program chairman “Tales my Grandfather Told Me” will be presented by Steve Poland at 7 pm on Thursday, March 21, at the Moultrie County History Center on 1303 S. Hamilton, Sullivan. This will be the opening program of the Moultrie County Historical and Genealogical Society’s 2024 season. Steve’s maternal grandfather, Ray Misenheimer, was a great story teller. About once a year, he took his grandchildren on a tour of sites in his East Nelson Township neighborhood southwest of Allenville, spinning tales about the colorful people and events from long ago as they drove … Read More
•March 13, 2024• Ten habits that can mark the beginning of a healthier heart and lifestyle By Angela Hogan Why are heart-healthy habits important? Maintaining good heart health is more crucial than ever. Unfortunately, we’re all so busy that it’s easy to overlook our hearts—until a problem occurs and gets our attention. Consider this: In the United States, one person dies every 33 seconds from heart disease. It is the leading cause of death in both the United States and Moultrie County. … Read More
2014 In the 20 years that the Sullivan Community Education Foundation had been awarding grant money to local organizations and groups, that year saw close to, if not the largest payout. A total of $56,226.85 was awarded at the teacher appreciation dinner to various groups for education related projects. The majority of the money went to three grant applicants for the purchase of iPads and charging devices. The third grade teachers at Sullivan Elementary were awarded $9,579 for 20 iPad 2s and two charging stations. A grade above, teachers were awarded $14,369.85 for 30 iPad 2s and three charging trays. … Read More
•March 13, 2024• The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive hosted by the Lovington Christian Church on Thursday, March 28 from 12:30-5:30 p.m. The drive will be held in the Fellowship Hall, 301 S. County, Lovington. Walk-ins are welcome but appointments are preferred. For appointment call Darlene 217-855-9397 or visit www.RedCrossBlood.org. … Read More
•March 13, 2024• The Lake Land College Broadcast Communication department will be hosting an open house Friday, March 22 from 12-2 p.m. The event will take place following Laker Visit Day, and a light lunch will be provided at noon. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about Lake Land’s Broadcast Communication program as they tour the college’s student-run FM radio station, WLKL 89.9, The Max Alternative, along with the TV studio and production control room. Attendees will also have the chance to view professional audio equipment, state-of-the-art camera and video equipment and industry-standard digital editing software. Registration for the … Read More
•March 13, 2024• The Bethany Senior Citizen Potluck will be held on Wednesday, March 20 at 11 am at Bethany library. Ham will be furnished. All are welcome. … Read More