2014 Moultrie County received around eight inches of snow. Wind gusts caused drifting which severely hampered travel and closed some roadways. Area businesses were also affected. Area grocery stores quickly ran out of milk, eggs and other basic foods. The Arthur Knights rolled past the Windsor Blue Devils 71-44. Sullivan girls basketball team secured a victory over Argenta-Oreana 68-34. … Read More
•January 3, 2024• August This year’s Sullivan Fire Cadet cadet class had five students they were Taylor Mercer, Alex Epperson, Dave Selby, Beau Fleming and Troy Rogers. The three month academy offered in house focused on topics such as equipment, CPR and ladders. Demolition began on Sullivan Middle School. Findlay Walleye Fest was held with a parade on Saturday morning and live music throughout the three day festival. This year’s Grand Marshals were Duane and Marjorie Uphoff. There was also a 3 on 3 basketball tournament in Findlay Park and a bags tournament in the beer tent. Dalton City 13th … Read More
•January 3, 2024• by Ariana Cherry A public hearing on the 2023 Tax Levy was held at the most recent meeting held of the ALAH School Board. Superintendent Shannon Cheek noted that the combined increase for the area districts around us the last few years has been at 7%. “We have been ballooning the levy in this district and so far, that has worked for us,” said Cheek. “I have looked at 22 other schools and we are at the bottom as far as tax rates are concerned. We have been extremely conservative. It is being fiscally responsible for the … Read More
•January 3, 2024• by Crystal Reed The Sullivan City Council held a regular meeting Wednesday, December 27, at Elizabeth Titus Memorial Library. In attendance were Mayor Mike Mossman and Commissioners Mike Kirk and Chuck Woodworth. Commissioner Doug Shook attended via phone and Commissioner Abbey Sherwood was absent. In comments from the public, Nancy Barker asked the council whether they could budget some money for lights around the square during Christmastime. Mossman said they would look into it. Barker also asked a question in regard to the paid leave for Sullivan employees item on the agenda. Human Resources Nakayla Swisher said … Read More
•January 3, 2024• Moultrie County Monthly Quarter Madness will hold their January Quarter Auction on Wednesday, January 10, 2024. The event will be held at the Sullivan American Legion. Moultrie County Illinois PAWS is the charity of the month (find them on Facebook at “Moultrie County Illinois PAWs”). Moultrie County PAWS uses funds for companion animals in need of discretionary care and treatment. They also assist in identifying and returning stray animals to their owners. Money raised will also be used for spay and neuter for cats and dogs. Bring wipes, paper towels, dog and cat treats, food and toys … Read More
•January 3, 2024• Hydro-Gear will host a community blood drive with ImpactLife on Tuesday, January 16 from 11:30 am to 3:30 pm at 1411 S. Hamilton St, inside Zoysia room. To donate call ImpactLife 800-747-5401 or visit www.bloodcenter.org and use code 71342 to locate the drive. … Read More
•December 27, 2023• Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias announced several new laws initiated by his office that will take effect at the start of the new year. The initiatives were passed earlier this year by the Illinois General Assembly and signed into law. They include: Combating Distracted Driving Giannoulias drafted this legislation to increase road safety by making it illegal to Zoom, watch or stream videos, or access social media sites while driving. In 2022, more than 24,000 drivers were issued citations for distracted driving in Illinois. … Read More
•December 27, 2023• By Cheri Burcham Extension Educator University of Illinois Extension With holiday parties and dinners coming up, this is a great time to share another healthy eating article from Illinois Extension Educator Mary Liz Wright. Mary Liz says: Do you have your holiday menu planned? Does your guest list include those who are gluten-sensitive, vegetarian, paleo, vegan, or any number of specified diet restrictions? I have heard many conversations about how to accommodate so many preferences and restrictions. In the spirit of holiday care, I would like to make another suggestion, an accommodation for a large segment of … Read More
Alice Greenwalt-Hippard Alice Pauline Ryherd Conn Greenwalt-Hippard, 96, of Shelbyville, formerly of Sullivan and Oak Park, passed away 5:46 p.m. Wednesday December 20, 2023 in Shelbyville. … Read More
•December 27, 2023• The minimum wage in Illinois is increasing on January 1st, 2024. Workers will see an increase of $1 per hour from $13 to $14. The minimum wage for tipped workers will rise to $8.40 per hour and youth workers (under 18) working fewer than 650 hours per calendar year will see their hourly wage increase to $12 per hour. “Since day one as Governor, I’ve made it my mission to put Springfield back on the side of working families,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “With this new minimum wage increase, we are once again making Illinois a more … Read More