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Lake Land College Summer Graduates

News Progress Posted on August 24, 2022 by webmasterAugust 24, 2022

•August 24, 2022• Lake Land College recently announced the students who graduated following completion of the Summer 2022 term. Graduates are Jade Bassett of Sullivan, Certificate in Cosmetology; Kirsten Corum of Arthur, Associate in Applied Science-Medical Assistant and Certificate in Medical Assistant; Jade Crum of Lovington, Certificate in Practical Nursing; McKenna Donald of Windsor, Associate in Arts-Business; Arabella Dudley of Gays, Certificate in Cosmetology; Jessica Gill of Bethany, Certificate in Practical Nursing; Lane Harper of Findlay, Certificate in Practical Nursing; Kedric Herschberger of Arthur, Associate in Applied Science-IT-Network Administration; Kalie Myers of Sullivan, Certificate in Medical Assistant; Denise Pettyjohn of … Read More

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Moultrie County Man Sentenced to 7 Years in IDOC

News Progress Posted on August 24, 2022 by webmasterAugust 24, 2022

•August 24, 2022• Caden Petro, 19, of Bethany, has been sentenced to 7 years of imprisonment in the Illinois Department of Corrections. At a sentencing hearing on August 18, 2022, Judge Jeremy Richey imposed the sentence after Petro had previously pled guilty to: … Read More

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Staley Credit Union Announces Promotions

News Progress Posted on August 24, 2022 by webmasterAugust 24, 2022

•August 24, 2022• Staley Credit Union recently announced the promotions of Cindy Anderson, Rodney Weeks, and Julie Croslow. With over 20 years of experience at Staley CU, Cindy has been promoted to Executive Vice President/Chief Financial Officer where she provides oversight for all financial functions, develops financial strategies to drive the credit union’s vision and oversees all Digital Services including implementation of new products. During her tenure, she has held various roles within Accounting, most recently serving as Vice President of Finance. Cindy earned her Bachelor of Arts in Accounting from University of Illinois (cum laude); she is an Accredited … Read More

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Mountain Bike Weekend at Lake Shelbyville

News Progress Posted on August 24, 2022 by webmasterAugust 24, 2022

•August 24, 2022• The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is partnering with the Friends of Lake Shelbyville, Central Illinois Mountain Bike Association, and the General Dacey Trail Mountain Bike Club, to host the 4th Annual DirtWorx MTB Fest on September 9-11, 2022. DirtWorx MTB Fest invites mountain bikers to spend the weekend camping at Lone Point Campground as they enjoy the trails Lake Shelbyville has to offer, including the General Dacey Trail and Camp Camfield. Weekend activities include night ride, group rides, pump track, games, food vendors, live music and pocket-sized maps provided for riders to easily navigate self-guided rides … Read More

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Obituaries 8-24-2022: Linda Grieme

News Progress Posted on August 24, 2022 by webmasterAugust 24, 2022

Linda Grieme Linda R. Grieme, 79, of Bethany, passed away at 4:23 a.m., Friday, August 12, 2022, in St. Mary’s Hospital in Decatur. … Read More

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Obituaries 8-24-2022: Zarek Fultz

News Progress Posted on August 24, 2022 by webmasterAugust 24, 2022

Zarek Fultz Zarek Michael Fultz, 18, of Lovington, passed away Friday, August 19, 2022, in his home. … Read More

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Obituaries 8-24-2022: Theodore Deadmond

News Progress Posted on August 24, 2022 by webmasterAugust 24, 2022

Theodore Deadmond Theodore Lane Deadmond, 72, of Sullivan, passed away at 2:50 p.m., Monday, August 22, 2022, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana. … Read More

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Obituaries 8-24-2022: Peggy Binder

News Progress Posted on August 24, 2022 by webmasterAugust 24, 2022

Peggy Binder Peggy Ruth Binder, 73, of Lovington, passed away Wednesday, August 17, 2022, at her home in Lovington. Celebration of Life services will be held 6 p.m. Thursday, August 25, at the Lovington United Methodist Church, 241 S Broadway, Lovington 61937. Visitation will be held an hour prior to the service Thursday at the church. Burial will be held at a later date in Keller Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Lovington United Methodist Church. McMullin-Young Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The family would appreciate any memories of Peggy you have to be shared on her tribute wall … Read More

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Military Families: Tips to Cope with Stress

News Progress Posted on August 24, 2022 by webmasterAugust 24, 2022

•August 24, 2022• By Cheri Burcham Extension Educator University of Illinois Extension While family members of our military service members do not actively serve, they do have a very important job – holding down the fort. Military service members put their lives on the line to protect and serve our country while their families adapt, miss their loved ones, and support them from home. Eastern Illinois University graduate Kayli Worthey has written this article that includes very valuable tips for military families. Kayli says: in 2018, my brother-in-law was deployed to Germany for 9 months and left behind his wife … Read More

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White Reminds Motorists to Help Keep Illinois Roads Safe and Clean this Summer and Fall

News Progress Posted on August 24, 2022 by webmasterAugust 24, 2022

•August 24, 2022• “Littering on the roadways can pose serious hazards to motorists,” said White. “During warm weather more of us will drive with our windows down, and I urge everyone to refrain from tossing trash out the windows. In addition to being a traffic safety issue, we should also remain considerate of our environment every day.” … Read More

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Sullivan celebrates America’s 250th



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Photo by R.R. Best

The annual Fourth of July parade kicked off a fun filled day of celebration hosted by the Sullivan American Legion Saturday.  Wyman Park was the next destination for the always entertaining watermelon eating contest, turtle races and sack races. At dusk, an amazing fireworks display capped off the festivities. More photos can be found on page 12.


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