Sullivan Seniors ‘Dine with a Doc’

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Photo by DM Williamee On Tuesday, October 7th, the Mid-Illinois Senior Services hosted their monthly ‘Dine with a Doc.’ Their guest speaker was Taylor Cook, APRN, with Sarah Bush Lincoln. Taylor works at the SBL Sullivan Clinic and presented on how to prepare for a visit with your healthcare provider. Tips included bringing a list of current medications, how to address health issues at home, as well as writing down any questions you may have for your provider before your appointment. Taylor, who holds a multitude of advanced nursing and care certifications, is a local to the area and has … Read More

SMS 8th graders: docent-guided tour at Historical Society

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Photo by DM Williamee On Wednesday, October 8th, Sullivan 8th-grade Middle Schoolers were treated to a docent-guided tour of the Moultrie County Historical and Genealogical Society. It was impressed upon them that stories come to life through objects, pictures, and experiences. Moreover, the importance of museums was stressed in that they protect history and culture, so that knowledge is not lost, as well as connect communities and inspire the future, among the innumerable other benefits of museums. The experience was as interactive as it was guided, with questions and answers and thought challenges throughout the tour. … Read More

Mental health matters: learn how to respond when someone needs aid

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•October 15, 2025• Mental health and substance use issues are common. Nearly 1 in 5 U.S. adults lives with a mental illness, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. From 1999 to 2016, 630,000 people died from drug overdoses, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.  Give someone in your community a hand by learning how to recognize and respond when someone might need help with the free Mental Health First Aid workshop offered by the University of Illinois Extension and the North Central Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Center.  Mental Health First Aid is a skills-based … Read More

LLC: “Education that Fits Your Life” Strategic Plan

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•October 15, 2025• Submitted by  Aaron Wendt, LLC Communications/Engagement Coordinator Lake Land College recently unveiled a bold new strategic plan, “Education that Fits Your Life,” designed to reshape how students access and experience higher education. The plan lays the groundwork for many new college-wide initiatives that will provide students with crucial personalized support and empower them to balance their academic goals with their busy personal lives by providing more customer-centric schedules and learning options. … Read More

Okaw Valley Homecoming Court

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The 2025 Okaw Valley Homecoming Dance will be held on Saturday, October 18th, in the OVHS gym from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., with coordination prior to the dance at 6:45 p.m. The 2025 Homecoming Court: Front – Freshman Attendant Jonnie Hart, Junior Attendant Sophia Tice, Queen Candidates Kate Stauder, Aubree McBride, Ava Harshman, and Reese Bruns, and Sophomore Attendant Ellie Fitzgerald. Back – Freshman Attendant Jonathan Cazel, Junior Attendant Kwame Calhoun, King Candidates Braden Montgomery, Brady McQuilling, Wyatt Hildebrandt, Tucker Montgomery, and Sophomore Attendant Cole Holthaus. … Read More

DCFS reminds caregivers of the ABCs of safe sleep for infants

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•October 15, 2025• October is Infant Safe Sleep Awareness Month, and the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is reminding parents and caregivers of three steps they can take to create a safe sleep environment for infants in their care. It’s as simple as ABC – infants should always be placed to sleep ALONE, on their BACKS, and in a safe CRIB. Unsafe sleep practices are a leading cause of death for infants across the United States, with 126 Illinois infants losing their lives before their first birthday in 2024. These tragic, and often preventable, deaths frequently stemmed … Read More

Veterans Day Art and Writing Contest

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•October 15, 2025• The Sullivan American Legion Auxiliary Unit #68 announced its third Veterans Day Art and Writing Contest. The deadline for entries is October 17th. The contest is open to all 5th through 12th-grade students in Sullivan public schools and homeschools, and area students who are members of the Sullivan American Legion’s Junior Auxiliary or Sons of the American Legion. The contest focuses on honoring the men and women who have served in the United States’ military forces during war and peacetime. Anyone who has served in the American armed forces (from the Revolutionary War and on) may be … Read More

‘Glimmer Night’ shines again on October 25

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•October 15, 2025• The 4th annual Glimmer Night will be held on October 25 at Building 1225 in Sullivan. This unforgettable evening is designed especially for local adults with developmental delays – a true prom night experience filled with joy, celebration, and community. From the moment guests arrive, they are treated like royalty. Each attendee receives a crown or tiara and a personal introduction before stepping onto the red carpet in dazzling suits and elegant gowns. A professional photo backdrop captures the magic of the evening, ensuring everyone leaves with a keepsake from their special night. … Read More