Learn Self-management Skills for Chronic Health Conditions

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•September 8, 2021• Ignoring a chronic condition will not make it go away, and suffering is a poor management technique. If you live with a long-term health condition, why not learn how to more effectively manage it and live an active and fulfilling life? Although the specifics of managing each health condition vary, the skills for managing most chronic conditions are quite similar. Take Charge of Your Health is a program designed to help you become a better health manager. Tessa Hobbs-Curley and Cheri Burcham, family life educators for University of Illinois Extension have teamed up to provide this program … Read More

Stomp Out SARC

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•September 8, 2021• A benefit for Barbara Vail will be held on Saturday, September 25 from 4-9 pm at the Sullivan VFW. There will be a fried chicken dinner from 4 to 6 pm with carry out option available. Tickets are $10 for the dinner and $5 for kids. Tickets can be purchased at Sullivan Senior Center or Fast Stop in Sullivan. Please buy your ticket before the benefit. There will be a silent auction from 4 pm to TBA and a live auction at 6 pm. There will be southern gospel music performed by State of Grace and special … Read More

Obituaries 9-8-2021: Gary Emel

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Gary Emel Gary Robert Emel, 65, of Sullivan passed away surrounded by his family Thursday, September 2, 2021, in the University of Chicago Hospital. Gary was born to Stanley and Charlotte Emel on June 13, 1956. He married the love of his life, Betty Jo (Carlyle) Emel, May 8, 1976. … Read More

First Pumpkin Patch Grows at Mason Point in Sullivan

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•September 8, 2021• by Ellen Ferrara NP Writer Mason Point has its first pumpkin patch thanks to Grant Roehrs who is one of the grounds maintenance staff. The pumpkin patch is just one of many projects Grant has undertaken to make the grounds more attractive. Watching the drama unfold in the pumpkin patch has been a welcome diversion for the residents who have been mostly confined for over a year due to Covid. … Read More

President George W. Bush’s Address to the Nation on September 11, 2001

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•September 8, 2021• On the evening of September 11, 2001, United States President George W. Bush addressed a nation that earlier that day witnessed the deadliest terrorist attacks in world history. That morning, hijackers took control of four airplanes, ultimately crashing two into the Twin Towers at the World Trade Center in New York City and another into the Pentagon in Washington, D.C. A fourth hijacked plane crashed in a field near the town of Shanksville, Pennsylvania after passengers and crew attempted to regain control of the plane from the hijackers. All passengers and crew on board all four flights … Read More

Harvest to Home is Set for Oct. 8 and 9 at the Illinois Amish Heritage Center

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•September 8, 2021• Harvest to Home returns to the Illinois Amish Heritage Center on October 8 and 9. Hours for the event are from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, October 8 and from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 9. Harvest to Home returns to expanded activities and demonstrations, including glass blowing, at the Center. The purpose of the show is to teach attendees how crops were grown and harvested during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The Amish continue using many of these methods in their farming operations today. The show continues to expand, … Read More

Deer Donation Program to Expand Food Access in Twelve Central Illinois Counties

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•September 8, 2021• One in 10 people in Illinois struggles with hunger every day, including one in eight children, according to Feeding America. When families are hungry, making healthier choices can be even more difficult. A new project focused on expanding food access was recently allocated funds through University of Illinois Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education. … Read More

General Dacey Trail Hay Ride For People with Mobility Restrictions

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•September 8, 2021• The 2021 General Dacey Trail Hay Ride for People with Mobility Restrictions will be held on October 13th. This event features scenic hayride tours of the General Dacey Trail for all, young and old, who are physically unable to walk the trail on their own. The trailers used for the events are made to accommodate wheelchairs and sitting participants. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) staff will be on standby to assist any participants that may need assistance. Family or staff support are encouraged to ride along for the safety and enjoyment of all participants. Tours arrive … Read More