Reed Seeking Reelection as Mo. Co. Coroner

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•November 8, 2023• Lynn Reed, of Sullivan, has announced his plans to seek re election as coroner of Moultrie County. Lynn has been coroner of Moultrie County for 43 years. He has an excellent working relationship with all the other agencies involved in death investigations. He is a Board Certified Medicolegal Death Investigator (by written examination), is a Fellow of the American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators and has completed hundreds of hours of continuing education for his position as coroner. Lynn has been a licensed funeral director for over 50 years and is co owner of Reed Funeral Home … Read More

Illinois Extension Program Offers Online Gardening Training 

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•November 8, 2023• For 46 years, University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners have measured success by gardens planted, insects identified, produce harvested, and the millions of hours volunteers have logged by helping others learn to grow. Take your love of gardening to the next level in 2024 by joining one of our online training courses. Whether you’re interested in the Master Gardener certification process and continuing on to volunteer in your community, or you’re simply interested in bettering your gardening knowledge, Illinois Gardener Training is for you. This year, there are two online training options – self-paced or hybrid with … Read More

Fire Damages Sullivan Park South Residence

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•November 8, 2023• The Sullivan Fire Protection District responded to a structure fire on the morning of November 4th at 9:59 am at 257 Sullivan Park South. Fire crews arrived on the scene at 10:04 and reported fire coming from the rear of the residence. Crews quickly deployed a handline and began attacking the fire. The fire was declared under control at 10:27. The occupant was home at the time of the incident and was able to evacuate. The occupant is receiving assistance from the American Red Cross. … Read More

Aspen Institute Names Lake Land College as a Top 150 U.S. Community College

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•November 8, 2023• The Aspen Institute College Excellence Program named Lake Land College as one of the top 150 community colleges in the nation. This is the sixth time Lake Land College has received this recognition. The institutions selected for this honor stand out among more than 1,000 community colleges nationwide as having high and improving levels of student success as well as equitable outcomes for Black and Hispanic students and those from lower-income backgrounds. … Read More

Celebrate a Crafty Christmas at the HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Partners’ Christmas Extravaganza

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•November 8, 2023• The Partners of HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital are once again sponsoring the annual Christmas Extravaganza. The craft sale will take place in the St. Mary’s Hospital Assisi Room on Thursday, November 16, from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Extravaganza will feature homemade bakery items, handcrafted Christmas items from the Partner’s crafters, and gently used items in Santa’s Closet. … Read More

Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter Kicks Off National Caregiver Month Recognizing Outstanding Caregivers in the State of Illinois

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•November 8, 2023• The Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter is proud to launch National Caregiver Month, a special initiative to recognize and celebrate the remarkable caregivers who provide unwavering support to individuals with Alzheimer’s and dementia in the state of Illinois. This annual event, celebrated throughout November, aims to shine a spotlight on the invaluable contributions of caregivers, emphasizing their critical role in the lives of those affected by Alzheimer’s. Caregivers are the unsung heroes in the fight against Alzheimer’s, and their dedication and compassion make a profound impact on the quality of life for individuals living with this challenging disease. … Read More

When Bad Grammar Makes Your Heart Race

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•November 8, 2023• I’d like to tell you that reading this column will make you feel better, and that might not just be wishful thinking. It might, however, offer the equivalent of patting you on the hand and assuring you that everything will be all right. Hey, I’ll take it. My book publisher passed along a story written by the Daily Mail’s Deputy Science Editor, Xantha Leatham, that explores the physical manifestations of encountering poor grammar. In her story, she cites researchers at the University of Birmingham (England) who brought in 41 British English-speaking adults (that’s Britons who speak English … Read More

A Look Back…

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2013  Area schools, American Legions and the Sullivan VFW recognized veterans with their own unique programs. Francis Drummond Jr. spoke to Danielle Braiding’s fifth grade class about his service in the Navy about the USS Monrovia.  Cathrine’s Custom Framing and Gallery had its ribbon cutting. The third annual Insect Day for first graders at Sullivan Elementary was held. After a week long reading series on insect, four first grade teachers in Sullivan arranged for an activity filled day full of learning, exploring, and researching the crawly critters.  … Read More

Fourth Annual Anglers Tribute to Veterans Held on Lake Shelbyville

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•November 8, 2023• by Crystal Reed The fourth annual Anglers Tribute to Veterans was held on Lake Shelbyville on Friday, November 3 and Saturday, November 4. The event takes Veterans on an all day fishing trips on Lake Shelbyville with dinner and drinks at the Sullivan VFW later in the day. This year 21 Veterans were taken out to fish on Saturday.  … Read More

Moultrie Habitat for Humanity Holds House Blessing

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•November 8, 2023• by Crystal Reed A house blessing was held Sunday, November 5, at the newest home built by Moultrie County Habitat for Humanity on Hope Lane in Sullivan. The new homeowners are Rebecca Comstock, Kylee, Clark and Owen. The ceremony began with a prayer from Pastor Doug Fultz of Solid Rock Chapel. Fultz noted that God had blessed the home with a deserving and thankful family and that God blessed the home from the concept through completion with caring and faithful workers who gave their time and talents. “Today we recognize this home is more than a house,” … Read More