A Look at your Local 2022 Candidates

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•June 15, 2022• Moultrie County Clerk Lisa Ozier Early last year I began sharing the announcement that I, Lisa Ozier, would be seeking election as a Republican candidate to be your next Moultrie County Clerk and Recorder. I have spent the last year spreading the word and trying to reach every resident in Moultrie County. Combining my heart for community service and experience in accounting and business, I feel I can bring a fresh perspective to the County Clerk’s office. With the ability to manage my work load, be efficient with my time and resources, and willingness to serve, I … Read More

Protect Pets in Hot Weather

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•June 15, 2022• Warm weather brings many changes. Warm weather can make travel more enjoyable and affords people more time to comfortably enjoy the great outdoors. It’s best to keep safety in mind when soaking up the sun. That’s important for all members of the family, including pets. Cats and dogs are as susceptible to heat-related illnesses as their human companions. Recognize heat stroke … Read More

Webinar to Learn More about Local Apprenticeships

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•June 15, 2022• The Business Navigator Alliance of Clark, Coles, Crawford, Edgar, Effingham and Moultrie Counties has launched a series of webinars to assist businesses in the region in accessing resources that can help stimulate recovery and provide support as the economy rebounds from the pandemic. … Read More

Arthur seeks Parade Entries

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•June 15, 2022• Entries for Arthur’s 2022 Freedom Celebration Parade are being accepted. Individuals, organizations, churches, and businesses interested in participating in the parade should call Stephanie Wierman at 217-620-7460 to request a form or stop by the Welcome Center at 106 E. Progress to pick up a form. “Take Pride in America” is the theme for the 28th annual parade. … Read More

Windsor Jr/Sr High School Honor Rolls

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•June 15, 2022• 7th Grade High Honors – Brody Barnard, Addilyn Bly, Logan Corrie, Clarissa Johnson, Grace Mast, Paisley Montgomery, Landon Purcell, Ty Welsh. 7th Grade Honor Roll – Brenna Brown, Elizabeth Cloe. 8th Grade High Honors – Cameron Carey, Alexis Gee, Leah Kasey, Landon Postlewait, Seth Rincker, Patton Voris. 8th Grade Honor Roll – Kyra Kitch, Gabriella Sorrell, Branson Tingley, Bailey Voris. 9th Grade High Honors – Caden Musgraves, Rylan Rincker, Avery Starwalt. 9th Grade Honor Roll – John Cook, Seth Rakestraw, Kendal Schwabe. 10th Grade High Honors – Clayton Carey, Lillian Cole, Brody Hendrickson, Silas Hortenstine, Claire Sims. … Read More

Obituaries 6-15-2022: Mary Bell

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Mary Bell Mary Frances Bell, 90, of Lovington, passed away Friday, June 3, 2022, at Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas, Texas. Graveside services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, June 18, at Keller Cemetery in Lovington. Memorials may be made to Sparrows Unlimited, Lovington, or to First Christian Church in Lovington. McMullin-Young Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The love of her life was Donald Leslie Bell. They were married November 21, 1954, and he preceded her in death September 13, 2008. … Read More

Capital Recap: Bailey Surging in latest GOP Primary Poll

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•June 15, 2022• By Capital News Illinois A new poll from the Chicago Sun-Times and Chicago radio station WBEZ shows downstate state Sen. Darren Bailey with a 15-point lead on Aurora Mayor Richard Irvin in the GOP governor race, a major reversal with 18 days to go before polls close on Tuesday, June 28. Irvin’s campaign had earlier in the week pulled its downstate advertising and noted it was “reassessing” its strategy in the final stretch. His campaign is still advertising in the Chicago area as well as maintaining a statewide spot on Fox News Channel, according to a spokesperson. … Read More

City Council Approves Change in Electric Rates

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•June 15, 2022• The Sullivan City Council approved an increase of 4% in electric rates during Monday night’s meeting. This will go into effect on June utility bills. In previous meetings the water and sewer and gas rates have had rate increases approved. Assistant Police Chief Josh Qualls attributed the quick resolution of the shooting investigation from last Friday to several law enforcement officers, Sullivan Police Chief Andy Pistorius and the Illinois State Police. Dan Flannell urged the council to table the five-year employment contract with the Linemen of International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), Local 51. He said that … Read More