•November 11, 2020• In accordance with Illinois COVID-19 Mitigation Measures and at the request of the U of I administration, staff in the Unit #19 U of I Extension Offices serving Coles, Cumberland, Douglas, Moultrie, and Shelby Counties, will be doing our part in reducing risk in our communities. … Read More
ALAH Principals Present School Improvement Plans Superintendent Cheek shares COVID19 update •November 11, 2020• by Ariana Cherry NP Writer Superintendent Shannon Cheek opened the ALAH school board meeting Oct. 21 with the treasurer’s report, noting that all funds are on track. Cheek mentioned that the district received four very generous donations in the past month. The one of which he is most proud came from Jack Martin, a senior, who donated his time and materials to power wash the front of the school building. A total of $3,400 was collected in donations from Edward Jones for the FFA and Ag … Read More
•November 11, 2020• Windsor United Methodist Church will be hosting a holiday bazaar on Nov 14 from 8 am to 2 pm. Lunch will be served from 11 am to 2 pm. Food being served will be chili, oyster soup, veggie soup, ham sandwiches and desserts. There will be crafts, baked goods and a country store all day. … Read More
Senior Peace Meal For additional information or for reservations, please call 1-800-543-1770 Monday, November 16 – Pork Burger Sandwich, Baked Beans, Spinach, Bun, Cranberry Oatmeal Cookie Tuesday, November 17 – Meatloaf, Creamed Peas and Potatoes, Tomatoes and Zucchini, Whole Grain Wheat (1), Peaches Wednesday, November 18 – Creamed Chicken with Green Onions & Pimento, Warm Black-Eyed Pea Salad, Biscuit, Sliced Pineapple Thursday, November 19 – Beef Stroganoff over Noodles, Corn, Creamy Coleslaw, Whole Grain Wheat, Warm Fruit Compote Friday, November 20 – Roasted Turkey, Mashed Potatoes w/Gravy, Seasoned Green Beans, Dressing, Pumpkin Pie … Read More
•November 11, 2020• By Crystal Reed NP Writer Jan Munch, who was born and raised in Sullivan, is offering his e-books for free. Munch, who writes under the pen name Jon Truman has written five books, which are available as e-books and paperbacks online. Munch graduated from Sullivan High School in 1959. He attended the University of Illinois. He married Linda Patient from Bethany. After graduation, he worked as a recreation therapist at Alton State Hospital for two years. … Read More
Tips so you don’t break your budget •November 11, 2020• The holidays are going to look different this year. This pandemic has left many feeling guilty their loved ones won’t celebrate and enjoy the holidays like years past. Some are buying less to save money others are buying more than normal just to give family and friends some comfort. “During a pandemic, now more than ever it’s important to budget, but especially during the holidays when more people are buying, “ says Elizabeth Houser, COUNTRY Financial Rep. “Creating a small holiday spending plan within your overall budget will help keep … Read More
•November 11, 2020• It is with saddened hearts that the Moultrie County Health Department (MCHD) confirms an eighth COVID-19 related death of a Moultrie County female resident in her 90s. “As we send our deepest sympathies to her friends and family, we also ask for their privacy during this difficult time,” Angela Hogan, Administrator for the Moultrie County Health Department, said. “The MCHD will release no additional information.” To date, 586 Moultrie County residents have tested positive for COVID-19, which includes seven previous COVID-19 related deaths. The MCHD strongly advises individuals and businesses to help reduce the spread of COVID-19 … Read More
Charles Naab Charles Roger Naab, 78, of Sullivan, passed away at 1:29 p.m. Monday, November 9, 2020, at Decatur Memorial Hospital. … Read More
Virginia Rogahn Virginia Helen Rogahn, 82, of Sullivan, formerly of rural Milford, Ill. and Palos Heights, Ill., passed away peacefully Nov. 1, 2020. She was born May 31, 1938 in Chicago, the daughter of Robert and Rosanna Evers Tilling. … Read More
•November 11, 2020• The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Lake Shelbyville would like to announce campground opening dates and policy changes for the 2021 recreation season. Lake Shelbyville had a successful year in 2020 with campsite utilization rates up almost 20%. The 2021 season is projected to be another busy year for outdoor recreation and camping. 2021 CAMPING SEASON DATES & UPDATES Forrest W. “Bo” Wood, Lithia Springs, & Wilborn Creek Group Camp: April 15 – October 24, 2021 Lone Point, Lone Point Group Camp, Opossum Creek: May 20 – September 7, 2021 Coon Creek: To Be Determined – … Read More