Consolidated Election 2021
ALAH Football Posts Win Against Cerro Gordo/Bement
•April 7, 2021• by Jason Brown NP Sports The Arthur-Lovington-Atwood-Hammond Knights football team took advantage of a 21-0 second quarter run to gain control of the game against the Cerro Gordo/Bement Broncos Friday night in Arthur. In the second half, Cerro Gordo/Bement was able to drive down and score on a short pass but not muster much else again the Knights’ defense. ALAH scored 16 more points in the second half to solidify the 37-6 win. Knight sophomore Kaden Feagin rushed for all three touchdowns in the second quarter and added another touchdown run in the fourth quarter. Feagin finished … Read More
Menu 4-7-2021
Senior Peace Meal For additional information or for reservations, please call 1-800-543-1770 April 12 – Sausage in Gravy, Mini Potato Bakers, Fruit Juice, Biscuits, Warm Cinnamon Buttered Apples April 13 – Chili w/Beans, Tossed Salad w/Dressing Pkt., Crackers, Mandarin Oranges April 14 – Beef Pot Roast w/Potatoes, Onions & Carrots, Seasoned Greens, Roll, Pineapple April 15 – Chicken and Noodles, Mashed Potatoes, 3-Bean Salad, Whole Grain Wheat, Warm Fruit Crisp April 16 – Taco Salad w/Beans, Lettuce, Cheese, Tomatoes, Sour Cream & Taco Sauce, Diced Pears, Taco Chips, Brownie Bites … Read More
Blood Drive
•April 7, 2021• A blood drive will be held on Monday, April 12 from 3 to 6 p.m. at the St. Columcille Church Hall, 516 W. Jackson St. Masks and appointments are required. To schedule a time, call 217-367-2202 or register online at www.bloodcenter.org. Bring a photo I.D. and eat prior to donation. … Read More
Letter to the Editor 4-7-2021
Dear Editor, I appreciate that Sullivan City Council conceded 3 misconceptions regarding high utility rates. The concessions include the following: 1) that the homeowner is somehow responsible for the excessive rates charged in Sullivan, 2) that Sullivan’s utility rates are comparable to surrounding communities, and 3) Ameren add-ons make it difficult to compare Sullivan’s utility rates to those of surrounding communities. Regardless how energy efficient the house, Sullivan residents paid $0.14/kWh in Feb. 2021. Residents in Lovington paid $0.07/kWh, and Arthur and Findlay residents paid $0.09/kWh. So, why fuss about pennies? … Read More
Church Hosts Allen Webster
•April 7, 2021• The Highway Church of Christ in Sullivan will host Allen Webster of Jacksonville, AL during their 2021 Spring Gospel Meeting which will be held Thursday, April 22-Sunday, April 25. The meeting will be taking place Thursday-Saturday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 9:30 am and 10:30 am. The theme will be “Getting the Big Picture: Understanding the Great Themes of Scripture.” Allen Webster has labored for the Lord in Jacksonville, Alabama since 1995 and is married to Melissa and they have four children (Rosa, 24; Daniel,19; David. 17; and Lois, 16. He has preached the gospel since … Read More
New Disc Golf Course Now Set Up
•April 7, 2021• By Crystal Reed NP Writer In the last few weeks, new baskets for disc golf have been installed at Wyman and Tabor Parks in Sullivan. There are nine holes at each park for a total of 18 holes. City of Sullivan GIS Administrator Blake Eggleston said that the markers for the holes are coming soon. This is not the first disc golf course in the parks, there had been one for awhile but it had fallen into disrepair which led to installing the new course. “We are now able to have a professional disc golf course,” said … Read More
Food Pantry Extends Hours
•April 7, 2021• The CEFS Moultrie County Food Pantry has extended their hours to Tuesday-Friday 10 am-noon and 2 -4 p.m. to help provide more assistance to the community. The pantry is currently in need of oatmeal and potato products. … Read More
Remember When? 4-7-2021
25 Years Ago This Week Powers School was moving to a new block—the auction block. The Sullivan school board voted to put the 1920s era building and grounds up for sale. Sullivan School Superintendent Rich Voltz said that the district would advertise for sealed bids. Sullivan students would be required to attend summer school if they failed to meet minimal state academic standards in basic skills, according to a proposed plan being considered by the Sullivan school board. The Sullivan City Council received some welcome news from city treasurer Ann Short during a council meeting. The city’s health insurance premium … Read More