•November 9, 2022• Sarah Bush Lincoln recently donated $1,080 to Sullivan Sports Boosters to support Sullivan CUSD 300 athletics. Cole Huber, the Sullivan school district athletic director, said the district and boosters are grateful for the donation. “We appreciate the service that Sarah Bush Lincoln provides,” Huber said. “With the money going back to the boosters, it will allow us to support our athletes during their seasons.” … Read More
•November 9, 2022• Supporting veterans is a worthy endeavor at any time of year, though such efforts tend to be more prominent in November. Veterans Day is celebrated annually on November 11 in honor of the millions of individuals across the United States who are military veterans. The day coincides with holidays such as Armistice Day and Remembrance Day, which are celebrated in other countries and also honor military veterans. There’s no denying that veterans need the support of the people whose freedoms they protect. According to a 2021 study from researchers at Brown University’s Watson Institute for International and … Read More
•November 9, 2022• In honor of National Apprenticeship Week, Lake Land College will host a Spotlight Apprenticeships: Direct Path to Success event November 16 from noon to 2 p.m. … Read More
•November 9, 2022• Executive Director of the Illinois Community College Trustees Association (ICCTA) Jim Reed presented Lake Land College Board of Trustees Chair Mike Sullivan with the ICCTA 35 Year Trustee Service Award at the October Board of Trustees meeting. “We are incredibly grateful to Chair Sullivan for the many years he has dedicated to Lake Land College,” Lake Land College President Josh Bullock said. “He continues to make a positive difference and devotes a great deal of his own time and commitment for the good of our college community.” … Read More
•November 9, 2022• Whether you’re at work, commuting, or at home, being ready for harsh, frigid storms can lead comfort and even survival. November is Winter Weather Preparedness Month, and Nov. 7-11 is Winter Weather Preparedness Week. The week will culminate in a social media contest for Illinois residents. “This is the ideal time to get ready for snow, ice, and brutal cold because Illinois weather can be pleasant one day, and a winter storm the next day,” said Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) Director Alicia Tate-Nadeau. “Each winter season, nearly 29,000 vehicle crashes occur in Illinois, producing 4,500 injuries … Read More
•November 9, 2022• The Millikin women’s basketball team enters the 2022-23 with high expectations after posting a 23-7 record and making a trip to the NCAA Division III Sweet 16 last year. The Big Blue return three starters including its top two scorers from last year. Seven of its top 10 players from last year’s team are back. In addition to the team’s own lofty expectation, Millikin has drawn national attention. The Big Blue were picked to repeat as College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW) regular season champs in the CCIW Preseason Women’s Basketball poll and ranked 14th in … Read More
•November 9, 2022• HSHS Hospice Illinois invites community members to join them for their 8th annual Night of Remembrance ceremony on Tuesday, Nov. 15 at 6 p.m. Similar to the 2021 ceremony, this year will be a virtual candle lighting service via video to remember loved ones, to ease grief and celebrate the lives of those lost. … Read More
Dear Editor, For the past several decades, the Sullivan Area Ministerial Association has been helping meet the needs of people in Moultrie County. Over the course of a 12-month period, SAMA helps folks with needs in a variety of areas: Utilities, Rent, Automotive, Hotel stays, Food, Fuel, Christmas Certificates. From 8/1/21 to 8/1/22, SAMA has distributed over $22,000. Most of these funds are given by participating SAMA churches, the generosity of area businesses, and individuals. Right now, the need is as great as it has ever been. SAMA depends on the ongoing generosity of those in Moultrie County to help … Read More
•November 9, 2022• Cats are beloved pets across the globe. In 2020, there were roughly 53 million cats owned as pets in the United States and Canada combined. Cats are admired for their can-do attitudes. They’re independent, quirky and often clever. While some people may describe cats as aloof, plenty of pet cats desire daily affection and cuddle sessions with their pet parents. It’s important for cat owners to familiarize themselves with common feline behaviors and personality traits. That familiarity can help cat owners recognize when something may be “off” with their cats. While cats are good at self-care, there … Read More
Andy Zike Andy Robert Zike, 64, of Shelbyville, passed away unexpectedly Friday, November 4, 2022, in HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital in Decatur. … Read More