Back 2 Business Grants Now Available for Small Businesses

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•August 18, 2021• by Crystal Reed NP Writer Small business owners who have experienced losses due to the COVID-19 pandemic are eligible to apply for the Back 2 Business Grant Program. This program is a key component of Governor JB Pritzker’s $1.5 billion economic package designed to maximize the impact of American Rescue Plan funds provided to Illinois. It sets forth $250 million for businesses that have experienced losses due to the COVID-19 pandemic to support them in their recovery. According to Laurrie Minor, Executive Director of the Sullivan Chamber and Economic Development, the funds for this grant were passed … Read More

Moultrie County Retired Teachers Association Met Recently

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•August 18, 2021• The Moultrie County Retired Teachers Association met August 4, 2021, at the First Christian Church in Sullivan. President Jane McKown opened the meeting by welcoming members both in-person and via Zoom, as well as guests. She shared a bit of poetry and a verse from the Bible. She then led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance. Karen Edwards introduced the teachers present from the Okaw Valley schools who received the grants for 2021. Two of them were present and explained how they intend to use the grants in their classrooms that our association awarded them. Two … Read More

Yoder Named to Dean’s List

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•August 18, 2021• Kara Yoder of Arthur has earned dean’s list honors during the Spring 2021 semester at Lee University. Dean’s List recognition is earned by full-time, on-campus students with a semester grade point average between 3.7 and 4.00. … Read More

Facts for Families: How to Enjoy Fair Food Without Going Overboard

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•August 18, 2021• By Cheri Burcham Family Life Educator It is the season of fairs and fair food! I wanted to share this article from Extension Educator Jenna Smith about how to still enjoy your favorites within reason. Jenna says: many of the fairs and festivals we missed last year are back and ready to entertain. Deep fried candy bars, onion blossoms, and fried cheese curds are a “must-have” for some, but nutritional nightmares for cardiologists. The question is can we enjoy our favorite fair foods while still maintaining a healthy lifestyle? Absolutely! You don’t have to completely abstain from … Read More

NAMI Family-to-Family Class in Sullivan

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•August 18, 2021• NAMI Champaign is offering their free 8-session family class in Sullivan. Facilitated by local community area members, the classes will start Tuesday, September 7, 2021. NAMI’s signature Family-to-Family education program is for family members, caregivers, and significant others of people with mental health conditions such as Bipolar disorder, Schizophrenia, or Depression. This program includes a crisis plan, information on various serious mental illnesses, discussions on communication with a loved one, and finding and using local support and services. … Read More

Badman Receives Outstanding Advisor Award From National English Honor Society

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•August 18, 2021• Sullivan High School English teacher Cami Badman recently received the John L. Manear Outstanding Advisor from the National English Honor Society for her efforts guiding Sullivan High School’s NEHS chapter. According to the NEHS website, the award is “presented annually to one advisor who has given generously of time, talent, creativity, and leadership to a local NEHS chapter. The award recognizes advisors who foster the spirit of academic excellence and community service in their work with chapter members.” Badman was nominated by retired SHS English teacher Becky Lawson, who charted the chapter in 2013 through a grant … Read More

2021 Moultrie Douglas 4-H Horse Show

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•August 18, 2021• Pony Halter Grand Champion Gelding – Julia Hildebrandt, Bethany, Sunny Side Flea Flickers Halter – Horse Mare Grand Champion – Julia Hildebrandt, Bethany, Sunny Side Flea Flickers Reserve Grand Champion – Kaydence Kennedy, Bethany, Sunny Side Flea Flickers Halter – Gelding Grand Champion – Natalie Lane, Tuscola, Country Clovers Reserve Grand Champion – Kaydence Kennedy, Bethany, Sunny Side Flea Flickers Pony Horsemanship Grand Champion – Julia Hildebrandt, Bethany, Sunny Side Flea Flickers Jr. Horse Showmanship Grand Champion – Natalie Lane, Tuscola, Country Clovers Reserve Grand Champion – Wyatt Hildebrandt, Bethany, Sunny Side Flea Flickers Sr. Horse Showmanship … Read More