Arthur Residents Looking to Form a Local Arts Council
•May 17, 2023• Nearby area and residents of Arthur are coming together to form an arts council group in an effort to promote and support local art and help benefit community outreach at the same time. The idea for the group came about after artist and poet, Ariana R Cherry realized that there wasn’t a lot of support for the arts in town. She feels that there is a need for this type of organization to help bring together artists, musicians, writers and other creatives within the community. … Read More
Okaw Valley High School Holds Commencement for Class of 2023
•May 17, 2023• by Crystal Reed The Okaw Valley Class of 2023 had commencement Saturday, May 13 in the high school gymnasium. Superintendent Kent Stauder was honored for 10 years of service to the district. Okaw Valley School Board President Brooke Bartimus presented him with an award. Stauder noted that the best thing that his family ever did was move to this area and become a part of Okaw Valley. Stauder presented awards for the Volunteer Hall of Fame and Alumni Wall of Fame. Dru Bennett, volunteer recipient, received a lifelong extracurricular pass and his name on a plaque placed … Read More
Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting
•May 17, 2023• There will be a Zoning Board of Appeal Hearing on Friday, May 19 at 9 am on the third floor in the courtroom at the Moultrie County Courthouse. This is the meeting that will go into record and is the most important to be heard if the public has something to share in regards to the text amendment to the zoning ordinance as it pertains to wind/solar in Moultrie County for HB 4412. … Read More
Take Out Meal Fundraiser
•May 17, 2023• A pork burger and/or hot dog take out meal will be held at the First Christian Church, Sullivan on Sunday, May 21. Serving will be 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Pull around to the back of the church. Preorders via text is helpful (217) 549-3877. Donations are appreciated to support Sarina Voegel’s Illinois FCCLA State Officer experiences. Voegel is a sophomore at Sullivan High School and has numerous required activities to attend this summer, including the FCCLA National Conference in Denver, Colorado in July. The menu includes Pork Burgers, Hot Dogs, Chips, Dessert & Bottle of Water. … Read More
Fred West Benefit
•May 17, 2023• A benefit for Fred West will be held on Saturday, May 20 from 6 to 11 am at the Lovington Firehouse. There will be a biscuit and gravy breakfast, silent auction, bake sale and 50/50 drawing. Fred suffered a massive cerebellum stroke. After having a craniotomy. infection etc. he spent 65 days in the hospital. Fred is home and recovering but still has a long way to go towards recovery. All proceeds will go to the family to assist with expenses. … Read More
Retirement Party
•May 17, 2023• A retirement party for Mark Conlin will be held on Friday, May 19th from 5 – 10pm at the Sullivan American Legion to thank Mark and honor his service. Mark has requested a St. Louis Cardinals themed party to kickoff his new found time for games, so don’t forget to best Red Bird apparel. Mark served the City of Sullivan in the electrical department for 34 years. … Read More
Clayton Makes the Dean’s List
•May 17, 2023• Dakota Clayton, from Sullivan, was among the students from Lakeview College of Nursing who made the spring Dean’s List. Students who are enrolled in at least 6 credit hours at Lakeview College of Nursing and who achieve a GPA of 3.6 or higher on a 4.0 scale are named to the Dean’s List for the semester. Lakeview College of Nursing offers a bachelor of science in nursing degree. It is a single-purpose, private institution that has specialized in nursing education in the Danville Area since 1894. Lakeview began offering its program in Charleston in the fall of … Read More
Mental Wellness and Its Impact on Your Employees, Your Business and Your Bottom Line
•May 17, 2023• In 2023, mental health in the workplace continues to be a major focus. Over the past few years, more employers have realized they need to protect employee’s mental health and wellbeing and make these efforts a part of companies’ attraction and retention programs. The Business Navigator Alliance of Southcentral and Southeastern Illinois is hosting a webinar to better understand the impact of employee wellness on the workplace on Thursday, May 18 at 2 p.m. … Read More
HSHS Hospice Illinois Invites Community to Memorial Butterfly Release Ceremony at HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital
•May 17, 2023• HSHS Hospice Illinois invites community members to join them for a butterfly release ceremony at HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital on Wednesday, May 24 at 5:30 p.m. in the Cancer Center Healing Garden. Valerie Engelbart, bereavement services supervisor for HSHS Hospice Illinois, shared, “The butterfly represents the transformation of the spirit as our loved ones transition from this life. We look forward to sharing in this special time with the families in our communities.” … Read More