Orchestra Performance Season

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•September 1, 2021• The Millikin-Decatur Symphony Orchestra (MDSO) has announced plans to resume in-person concerts for the 2021-22 performance season. Under the direction of Dr. William McClain, the Millikin-Decatur Symphony Orchestra is an ensemble comprised of faculty, hired professionals and is open to students who successfully audition for the Millikin University School of Music. Membership in the MDSO places a high demand on students who gain hands-on experience by playing side-by-side with faculty and other professionals in a nurturing environment. “Music can bring us all together and continues to serve as an important and relevant factor in our lives,” McClain … Read More

Improve Your Tree Identification Skills

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•September 1, 2021• Master Gardener and Master Naturalist volunteers of Coles, Cumberland, Douglas, Moultrie, and Shelby Counties will host tree identification walks this fall. Sessions are free and open to the public. Participants can attend one or all three classes, and space is limited. University of Illinois Extension horticulture educator Sarah Vogel will lead the walks and discuss characteristics of trees and how to use them for identification. “Our volunteers are glad to offer these opportunities to the public,” says program coordinator Jenny Lee, “it’s a great way to discover more about the natural world around us.” … Read More

Moultrie County Habitat for Humanity Breaks Ground for New Build

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•September 1, 2021• by Crystal Reed NP Writer Moultrie County Habitat for Humanity broke ground on their 31st build Sunday. Tammy Martin and her sons Trey and Timothy were selected for this home. Tammy is a single mother and native of Sullivan. She has worked in the local high school cafeteria for seven years. Trey and Timothy are autistic. The boys enjoy watching Disney movies and spending time with their grandpa Ron Martin. Tammy has rented homes for many years, and home ownership appeared to be an unrealistic dream. … Read More

Windsor Native Releases First Book

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•September 1, 2021• by Crystal Reed NP Writer Jeremy David Williams, a Windsor native and 2004 Windsor High School graduate, recently released his first book. He wrote the book his senior year of high school, he picked it up again in college to edit it and then a few years ago picked it up again to have it professionally edited. The book is a sci-fi adventure titled “The Price of Survival” and is book four in the Trials of Triangulum series. Williams said that in the book its a battle between good vs. good and the evil deeds that good … Read More

Elizabeth Titus Memorial Library News

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•September 1, 2021• Is your child ready for kindergarten? • This early childhood group is for kids getting ready to enter Kindergarten. We will give you the materials you need in order to prepare them. • Meets two times a month on Friday at 10:00am starting September 10, 2021 • Every student will receive a back pack and folder. • It’s a great opportunity to socialize with peers and learn how a classroom setting will work. … Read More

Sullivan High School Sports Briefs

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•September 1, 2021• SOV Football The Redskins football team could not find its first win in more than four years against Nokomis at Victory Field Friday night. Out of the two Redskins, Nokomis came out on top 54-0. Nokomis lead 33-0 at halftime. SOV quarterback Kyle Corkill completed 7-of-12 passes for 40 yards. He also led the team in rushing with 23 yards. Sullivan is scheduled to travel to Newton in a non-conference game Friday night. … Read More

Obituaries 9-1-2021: Henry Clark

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Henry Clark Henry Edward Clark, Sr., 80, of Bethany, passed away at 11:11 a.m. Sunday, August 21, 2021, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Decatur. Memorial graveside services were held Sunday, August 29, at Marrowbone Township Cemetery in Bethany, with military rites by Bethany American Legion Post #507. Memorials may be made to the family. McMullin-Young Funeral Home handled arrangements. … Read More