‘Troops’ is the Word of the Day

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•September 8, 2021• By Jim Baumann NP Guest Writer I heard from two readers in the past week regarding the word “troops.” That kind of coincidence simply requires some navel-gazing. “As I read the Aug. 17 Daily Herald headline stating ‘13 U.S. troops killed amid evacuations,’” wrote Terry Valentino, “I am wondering how it means 13 soldiers? A terrible story, but I thought perhaps it would be better saying ‘13 U.S. soldiers killed …’ To me, the word or term ‘soldier’ makes it more human and even a bit sadder. Maybe that is why using the word ‘troops’ was used … Read More

OV Sports Briefs

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•September 8, 2021• Golf The Okaw Valley boys’ golf team continued their strong season by defeating Shelbyville and Windsor Stewardson-Strasburg in dual matches last week. The Timberwolves scored a 201-221 victory against Shelbyville Aug. 31. Miles Harlin shot a 46 to lead Okaw Valley. Tyson Montgomery and Trey Hall each shot a 48, and Rase Bennett carded a 65. Chase Creviston and Aiden Williams round out the scoring with a 62 and 59, in that order. … Read More

LLC Summer Graduates

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•September 8, 2021• Lake Land College recently announced the 2021 summer graduates. The following students completed their degrees and certificates this summer: Jessica Drake, Certificate, Practical Nursing; Shelby Harding, Certificate, Practical Nursing; Destiny Underwood, Certificate, Practical Nursing; all of Bethany. Sayne Schultz, Findlay, Associate in Arts-Business. Rachel Miller, Gays, Certificate- Cosmetology. Sabrina Bettinger, Associate in Arts- Special Education and Daniel Reedy, Associate in Arts-Agriculture Transfer, both of Lovington. Madison Atchison, Associate in Arts-Elementary Education; Alison Beard, Certificate, Practical Nursing; Hutson Dickens, Associate in Arts-Business; Kayla Dowds, Associate in Arts-Pre-Veterinary Medicine and Associate in Science-Pre-Medicine; Sharon Hayse, Certificate-Medical Assistant Bridge; Kaitlynn … Read More

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