•March 2, 2022• The Moultrie County Democratic Central Committee will be having a spaghetti dinner on Friday, March 25 at the Sullivan American Legion. Doors open at 5 pm and speakers start at 6:30 pm. Speakers will be state and local including Andy Manar. Cost is $10 per person and vets and kids eat free. … Read More
•March 2, 2022• There will be a drive thru dinner fundraiser for OV scholarships/blessings on Monday, March 21 from 4:30 to 6:30 pm at the Findlay American Legion. Tickets are $10 in advance. Ticket sales end on Friday, March 18. Meal includes homemade chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, green beans, dinner roll and Texas sheet cake. For tickets contact Chris Coventry at 217-273-8529, Dave Brooks at 217-273-2425 or Pat Brooks at 217-273-2421. Dinner is sponsored by the Legion/Auxiliary/Sons of the Legion. … Read More
•February 23, 2022• Snow-covered lawns can be pretty, but heavy snowfall can contribute to winter lawn damage. Mother Nature can be harsh on a lawn, and it’s up to homeowners to nurse their lawns back to health after they endure the elements. That’s often the case when winter ends and homeowners uncover signs of damage to their lawns. Homeowners cannot begin to repair winter lawn damage until they learn to identify it, and the following are some telltale signs that winter took a harsh toll on a landscape. … Read More
•February 23, 2022• Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) announced today that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has approved retailers Sam’s Club and Meijer Grocery for SNAP online purchasing. With these additions, Illinois LINK card users can now purchase groceries online through eleven retail chains across the state. … Read More
•February 23, 2022• Sullivan Blue Dolphins hit the water again January 28-30 in Paducah, Kentucky at the PST Swimfest. This swim meet had some special challenges that swimmers brought home awards. The Triple Crown award (swimming three 50M events on Friday with the fastest total time) was earned by Madalyn Booker and Ethan Schmohe. Emily Crosier was brought home the Championship ring in the Iron Wolf competition for having the fastest combined time in the 400M IM, 500M freestyle and 1000m freestyle. … Read More
•February 23, 2022• Cheri Burcham Extension Educator University of Illinois Extension I would like to share this article written by Eastern Illinois University graduate student, Kayli Worthey. Kayli says: While conflict is bound to happen in all family structures, blended families encounter many unique challenges. Knowing what to expect can help address issues before they spiral out of control. Growing up in a blended family was anything but simple. I witnessed arguments between co-parents, legal disputes, scheduling challenges, and even felt jealous of my half-siblings and territorial of my parents and home. It was not until I got older that … Read More
•February 23, 2022• Cheri Burcham Extension Educator University of Illinois Extension I am a huge believer in incorporating mindfulness practices into every day. Extension Educator Judy Schmidt recently wrote this article that just goes to show the important role that mindfulness can play in our lives. Judy says: In my family, when interactions start to escalate or an argument is spiraling out of control, you can often hear one of us say the words, “Can we have a restart?” That’s a sign that someone has recognized this interaction isn’t headed in a good direction and we need to take a … Read More
Law allows motorists to print receipt of purchase for soon-to-expire stickers •February 23, 2022• Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White is reminding customers with license plate stickers expiring at the end of the month that they can renew online at ilsos.gov, print their receipt and keep that receipt in their vehicle to comply with Illinois law. … Read More