•February 11, 2026• The annual ‘Cheers!’ event is once again offering a fun night to attendees, while raising funds to support the SBL Volunteer Guild Scholarship Program. Beginning at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 7th, at The Foxmore in Shelbyville, the event will offer attendees a cocktail party with live music. Admission to ‘Cheers!’ is $85 per ticket. … Read More
Parties on the Prairie•February 11, 2026• by Janet Roney Before television, my exposure to Native Americans was at the Saturday matinee movies at Sullivan’s Grand Theater where for just twelve cents I could see the latest “Cowboys and Indians” movie where the Indians were always fierce and dangerous. But I also listened to the adventures of the Lone Ranger and his faithful and peaceful Indian friend Tonto every weekday after school. Since history is usually written by the folks who win, it is logical that a one-sided view of the frontier period in US history appears in many history books. It … Read More
OV Girls Basketball Senior Night was held on February 3 with a game against Sangamon Valley/Tri-City. The Lady Timberwolves won an overtime thriller 53-49. Pictured are German Foreign Exchange student Lena Hildebrandt and Senior Adriana Morell. … Read More
•February 11, 2026• February 11th: Dog Club Field Trip to the Arcola Vet Clinic at 5:30 p.m. All Mo-Do members are welcome to attend this field trip/tour of the vet clinic. Contact Club Leader Kathy Davis if you plan to attend: (217) 249-2602. February 14th: Beef weigh-in for steers showing at IL State Fair Junior Show – Shelbyville Sale Barn, 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. Check in with Rachel if you plan to attend. … Read More
•February 11, 2026• by E. Scott England After suffering a devastating loss in the Lincoln Prairie Conference championship, the Sullivan Redskins regrouped and refocused on the future, not the past. They came out seeking revenge against those who got in their way. They ended the week with back-to-back thrillers on Friday and Saturday. Argenta-Oreana The first game of last week was on the road against the Bombers. While A-O has had struggles this year, they are a team that have been known to come up with tenacity and surprises. Knowing this, the boys got right to work in the first … Read More
by the Knightly Reading Team This week, CUSD #305 launched its 7th annual district-wide book club, ‘Knightly Reading: A Family Literacy Event’. The youngest household member of K-5th-grade students, all across the district, received a copy of The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis. This is the second book in C. S. Lewis’s classic fantasy series, The Chronicles of Narnia, which has captivated readers of all ages with a magical land and unforgettable characters for over seventy-five years. This year’s program allows for 4 weeks of reading enjoyment for students and families, and there are plenty of activities … Read More
James (Jim) Daniels James (Jim) Daniels, 84, of Bloomington, IL, peacefully joined his Heavenly Father on February 9, 2026, surrounded by his family. A well-known and loved resident of the Bloomington and Sullivan areas for over 60 years, Jim was born on January 6, 1942, to George William Daniels and Bessie (Hunter) Daniels. He graduated from Ramsey High School in 1959. … Read More
Betty Born Betty J. Born, 99, of Lovington, passed away 7:15 a.m. Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at Bridle Brook Assisted Living & Memory Care Community in Mahomet. Funeral services were held Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at McMullin-Young Funeral Home, Lovington. Burial was in Keller Cemetery, Lovington. Memorials may be made to Lovington First Christian Church. … Read More
2016 Touch-screen voting came to Moultrie County elections in the spring, giving electronic or traditional voting as an option, all with updated centralized tabulation equipment. County Clerk Georgia England explained that election judges will learn the new system’s operations during a March 8 training session. Additional flood damage on Moultrie County roads and bridges increased to $180,000, county engineer Jeff Birch told the Road and Bridge committee on February 8. That amount was added to the total county damage claim filed earlier with the Illinois Emergency Services and Disaster Agency. The Sullivan Lady Redskins ended the basketball season with a … Read More
•February 11, 2026• Angie Hogan Moultrie County Health Administrator Foods containing fat were often blamed for weight gain and heart disease. As a result, many people tried to eat “low-fat” foods whenever possible. Today, health experts understand something important: Some fats are not only healthy, but they’re also essential and have a positive impact on overall health. Why do healthy fats matter? Fat plays several important roles in the body. It provides energy, protects organs, and helps your body absorb certain vitamins. For example, vitamins A, D, E, and K require fat for proper absorption. Without enough healthy fat, your body … Read More