Let’s Eat Some Crow

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•September 27, 2023• By Jim Baumann NP Guest Writer When in doubt about the origin of an idiom, there are places to go, notably etymonline.com and idiomorigins.org. I sometimes get lost in these websites because I learn so much every time I dip my toe in. I decided to look up the birth of “eat crow” for reasons I’ll explain in a bit. Idiomorigins.com calls it the American version of “eating humble pie.” It’s the act of admitting one’s mistake. How does a mea culpa translate to eating crow? Crows, as you know, eat rotting flesh. Hence, it is believed … Read More

Remember When? 9-27-2023

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25 Years Ago This Week Sullivan City Council members discussed the imminent closure of the indoor pool area at the Sullivan Civic Center which had been plagued by structural problems. The walls and roof of the structure had again been eroded by moisture and chemicals. Structural and mechanical repairs were estimated at close to $1 million. The pool was expected to close in November and remain closed through the winter and beyond.  “Professional volunteer” Joan Lundy Pound, Sullivan High School class of 1955 received the Who’s Who Award at the Sullivan High School Alumni Association banquet.  … Read More

Sullivan-Okaw Valley Football Team Helps With Move

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•September 27, 2023• by Crystal Reed Pamela Browning moved out of her house in Sullivan on Sunday, September 24 so that she can live closer to her daughter who lives in Southern Illinois. Something that weighed on her mind though was how was she going to get everything moved out of her three story house all on her own. Browning said that she prayed for someone to help and she not only had help she had a whole team, a football team that is. … Read More

Sullivan Fire Chief Retires After Over 26 Years Of Service

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•September 27, 2023• by Crystal Reed Sullivan Fire Chief Larry Edwards noted in a speech he gave last Friday that it had always been a dream of his to retire on his 50th birthday. Last Friday that dream came true for Edwards as the department held a walk out ceremony for a fire chief who had dedicated more than 26 years of service to the Sullivan community. Edwards said he is retiring from a career he fell in love with. At the age of 22 or 23 he recalled driving by a wreck and thought that being a firefighter might … Read More

Sullivan Women’s Civic Club Chili Supper

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•September 27, 2023• The Sullivan Women’s Civic Club will hold its annual Chili Supper on Friday, October 6 from 4:30 to 7:00 pm at the Sullivan American Legion. Proceeds from the chili supper go to Sullivan High School scholarships. The Civic Club was formed in 1976 by Maxine Davis and Mary Lou Kidwell. The first chili supper was held at the Masonic Temple. With the kitchen being limited, the ladies borrowed trays and pans from Sullivan School cooks, Maxine Barrett and Phyllis Hughes. After a while the event grew and the meal was moved to Sullivan High School and later … Read More

Biscuit and Gravy Breakfast Benefit

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•September 27, 2023• There will be a biscuit and gravy breakfast benefit for the Anthony Hettinger Family on November 4 from 6 to 11 am at Lovington Fire House. Anthony and his children tragically lost his wife/mother of his children in September. Anthony is an Illinois State Police Officer and will have many challenging days ahead. All proceeds will be given to the family to support them in their time of need. There will also be a bake sale and silent auction. An account has been set up at Lovington Community Bank if you wish to donate. If you would … Read More

County Board Article Correction

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•September 27, 2023• In the Wednesday, September 20 Moultrie County Board article it was incorrectly reported that the special use permit request for a manufactured home by Janie Tippit and Josh Rhodes, 595 CR 1500N, Bethany was denied. The motion on the table was to approve and it passed 6-1-2 with 2 abstaining, those being John Vander Burgh and Kenny Graven, the no vote being Travis Phelps. We regret the error. … Read More

Upcoming Blood Drives

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•September 27, 2023• ImpactLife, the provider of blood components for local hospitals will be having three blood drives in our area soon. The Cadwell community will host a community blood drive on Tuesday, October 17  3 to 7 pm at 1533 CR 1900N, inside the donor bus parked by M&E Woodcrafts. Mid-State Tank will host a blood drive on Wednesday, October 18 from 11 am to 4 pm at 1357 Jonathan Creek Road, Sullivan inside a donor bus. Agri-Fab will host a blood drive on Friday, October 20 from 9 am to 2 pm at 809 S. Hamilton St., Sullivan … Read More

Scholarship Fundraising Cookout

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•September 27, 2023• There will be a fundraising cookout held on Saturday, September 30 from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm for the Kyle Lehman Honorary Scholarship at Kirby Foods in Sullivan. All profits from the cookout go towards funding the scholarship given to a graduating senior working at Sullivan Kirby Foods. Established in 2023, the Kyle Lehman family awarded 2-$1,000 scholarships to 2 deserving graduating seniors. Join them in honoring Kyle Lehman’s contribution to the Sullivan community and raise money for the 2024 scholarship. … Read More