Dolly Parton Imagination Library Launches in Moultrie County

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•December 13, 2023• by Crystal Reed The United Way of Decatur and Mid-Illinois in partnership with Elizabeth Titus Memorial Library had a kickoff event for the debut of the Dolly Parton Imagination Library in Moultrie County. Each child who attended the kickoff event of the debut of the program and signed up from the program received “The Little Engine That Could,” to start their collection. Sullivan mayor Mike Mossman was in attendance at the event and read the story “The Gruffalo” to children and their parents. Following the story, children and their parents could do a craft related to the … Read More

Alzheimer’s Support Group

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•December 13, 2023• More than six million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s and millions more are affected as caregivers. A licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) led Alzheimer’s support group is now available at HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital. The group meets the third Thursday of each month in room 561 from 1 to 2 p.m. “Our support group provides a safe and caring place for all to share the challenges they are facing,” said Karla Thornton, LCPC and spiritual care minister at St. Mary’s Hospital. “We hope to impart the compassion and understanding needed to equip each other with the courage … Read More

Election Filings for General Primary

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•December 13, 2023• The 2024 General Primary Election will be held on March 19, 2024. Filing information was obtained from the Moultrie County Clerk’s office. For Circuit Clerk, there was no Democrat filing and Christa S. Helmuth filed as a Republican for the position. For the coroners race Keith A. Epperson filed as a Democrat and Lynn Reed filed as a Republican. For State’s Attorney there was no filing for the Democrats and Tracy Weaver filed as a Republican. For county board, there were no Democrat filings, there were three republican candidates that filed and they were Ralph Zancha, Arlon … Read More

Rhodes Graduates

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•December 13, 2023• Keegan Rhodes, from Mattoon, graduated from Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE) in Spring 2023. Rhodes received a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with Honors. Students with a cumulative GPA of 3.70 or above are listed as having graduated with “High Honors.” Undergraduate students with a cumulative GPA between 3.20 and 3.69 are listed as having graduated with “Honors.” … Read More

Breakfast with Santa

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•December 13, 2023• The Lovington Park Board will host Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, December 16 from 9 to 11 am at the First Church of God community center. Come enjoy breakfast and visit with Santa. Santa will have a special gift for every child. … Read More

Menu 12-6-2023

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Senior Peace Meal For additional information or for reservations, please call 1-800-543-1770 Dec. 11 – Pulled Pork, Baked Beans, Corn , Fruit, Bun Dec. 12 – Chicken Pot Pie Broccoli, Rosy Applesauce, Biscuit, Homemade Dessert Dec. 13 – Marinated Pork Loin, Scandinavian Blend Veggies, Spiced Apples, Broccoli Salad, Bread or Roll Dec. 14 – Lasagna, Green Beans, Romaine Salad, Berry Crisp Dec. 15 – Ham, Frosted Sweet Potatoes, Peas and Pearl Onions, Pistachio Salad, Roll   Dec. 18 – Cheeseburger Soup, Pasta Salad, Tropical Fruit Mix, Roll, Pudding Cup Dec. 19 – Turkey w/Gravy, Dressing, Green Bean Casserole, Scalloped Apples … Read More

Redskins Win Physical Battle Over Windsor Stew-Stras Hatchets

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•December 6, 2023• by E. Scott England At times, last week’s matchup against the Windsor-Stew Stras Hatchets looked like a football contest. But Sullivan has shown they are a team of high athleticism and depth on the bench to keep frequent substitutions in rotation. This is in part to what helped the Redskins in their home opener win 57-39. … Read More

Obituaries 12-6-2023: Robert Sims

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Robert Sims Robert Dale Sims, 84, of Sullivan, passed away at 7:01 p.m., Friday, December 1, 2023, in Sullivan. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, December 7, in Greenhill Cemetery in Sullivan, with military rites by Sullivan American Legion Post #68. The family requests casual attire. No visitation will be held. Memorials may be made to Sullivan American Legion Post #68. McMullin-Young Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. … Read More