Supporters of Sparrows Unlimited gathered at the East End in Lovington on Saturday, November 22nd, to fill and deliver nearly two hundred fruit boxes in and around the Lovington community. This annual Thanksgiving tradition is Sparrow’s way of recognizing their local senior residents. … Read More
On Sunday, November 9th, the local Theta Psi Chapter of Psi Iota Xi chapter celebrated its 50th Anniversary with approximately 70 guests, including current and past Psi Otes and our National Vice President, Mona Knight, and West Central District Officer, Pam Karle. They celebrated with sisterhood fellowship, cake, punch, memories, and scrapbooks. Sue Yarnell was gifted with a garden rock for her 50 years of service to the community and their first Legacy honoree. … Read More
•December 3, 2025• Through December 31st, the residents and businesses of Sullivan are encouraged to display an inflatable elf for all to see. While inflatable elves are encouraged, any elf will work. Your elf could be inflatable, a wooden cutout elf, or even a painted elf on your window/storefront. The only requirements are to go with the Elf theme, make it fun and unique if you wish, and have fun with it. … Read More
•December 3, 2025• by DM Williamee With winter now here, ensuring your vehicle is prepared for the colder months is essential for safety and reliability. From icy roads to unexpected snowstorms, being proactive can help you avoid breakdowns and keep you safe on the road. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to DIY prepare your vehicle for winter and what to carry for emergencies. Winter driving can be tough on your vehicle’s fluids. Here’s what to check: Antifreeze/Coolant: Ensure your coolant levels are adequate and consider using a winter-grade coolant to prevent freezing. Oil: Check your oil level and consider … Read More
•December 3, 2025• As the holiday shopping season begins, the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) is urging residents to stay alert when shopping online and to take simple steps to protect themselves from fraud and identity theft. With more Illinoisans shopping online each year, the threat of cybercrime continues to grow. “This is one of the busiest online shopping periods of the year, and cybercriminals are waiting for people to let their guard down,” explained IDOR Director David Harris. “Every Illinois shopper can protect themselves with simple precautions and prevent months or even years of financial and personal hardship.” … Read More
•December 3, 2025• Hunters in Illinois harvested a preliminary total of 51,409 deer during the first weekend of the Illinois firearm deer season between November 21st through 23rd. Comparatively, hunters took 54,661 and 53,348 deer during the first firearm weekends in 2024 and 2023. … Read More
•December 3, 2025• by DM Williamee As many are basking or tasking this holiday season, shopping, cooking, spending time with friends and family, watching football, wrapping gifts, caroling, and making New Year’s resolutions, 2026 feels close but not quite here. For many, thinking about changes to expect in 2026 will not likely happen until the glow of the holiday season wears off and they are back to the grind after the ball drops. Others are always looking to the horizon, and from what is being forecasted, it’s a broad one. According to analysts of all types and sectors (including socio-economic … Read More
The National Road •December 3, 2025• by Janet Roney All history books that feature the story of the settlement of the Midwest tell the history of the National Road. It was created by Congress in 1806 and became the principal route for westward migration. It went from Wheeling, West Virginia, passed through Columbus, Indianapolis, and Terre Haute in Ohio and Indiana, then on through Effingham before ending at Vandalia, Illinois. The route of the National Road, which US Highway 40 generally follows, is designated as a historical landmark in every community it passes through. They hold festivals celebrating their history. … Read More
•December 3, 2025• Moultrie County Monthly Quarter Madness will hold its December Quarter Auction on Wednesday, December 10th. The event will be held at the Sullivan American Legion. Mid-Illinois Senior Services, Inc. is the organization of the month. Since 1984, Mid-Illinois Senior Services, Inc., an Aging & Disability Resource Center, has provided free services to seniors age 60+, disabled individuals aged 16-59, caregivers, their care recipients & their families, as well as relatives raising children/ grandparents raising grandchildren. The Peace Meal Senior Nutrition Program is found at their facility in Sullivan, providing an in-house, hot lunch every Monday through Friday … Read More
•December 3, 2025• The Mid-Illinois Senior Center is located at 113 E. Jefferson Street in Sullivan. The Peace Meal Senior Nutrition program lunch is served weekdays (except holidays) at 11:30 a.m. Call (217) 728-8521 for more information on the events below or the Peace Meal. 4th: 10:00 a.m. exercise, 12:00 birthday party, 12:30 bingo with the FCCLA class parents, 1:00 caregiver support group, 2:30 p.m. relatives raising children support group. 5th: 1:00 p.m., pool tournament … Read More