“Tiaras and Ties”

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•January 7, 2026• Empower Academy is hosting its ‘Tiaras and Ties Dance’ on January 31st, from 5:45 to 7:30 p.m. at the new Empower Academy location at 16 East Empower Road in Sullivan. This event is recommended for princesses aged three 3 and above, accompanied by the special guy in their life, whether that is dad, grandpa, an uncle, brother, or another meaningful male role model.  Dancing, a photographer, crafts, and refreshments are part of the fun. A VIP Experience is available, including a catered dinner, a princess gift, a VIP dessert, early entry seating, and more. VIP registration closes … Read More

Hams for the holiday dinner table

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Photo by DM Williamee  On Tuesday, December 16th, Kirby Foods delivered 150 hams, paid for by an anonymous donor, to the CEFS Food Pantry, which are then delivered as part of the Christmas food box CEFS provides for those in need in the Sullivan Community. Kirby has been a part of this for a number of years now. Said store manager Pat Stinson, “Kirby Foods is both happy and proud to be a part of this annual tradition, caring for those in need during the holidays in the Sullivan community.” Pictured L-R Seth Cobb, Shawn Eccles, and Pat Stinson. … Read More

Santa brings breakfast and good cheer to Lovington

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Photo Submitted On December 20th at the Family Life Center in Lovington, the Lovington Park Board sponsored ‘Breakfast with Santa’. Donuts were provided by Casey’s General Store, and there were pancakes, biscuits and gravy, cinnamon rolls, bacon, milk, orange juice, and coffee. This event was a gift to the Lovington community from the Park Board. … Read More

Lake Land College recognizes EMS graduates 

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Lake Land College recently recognized Emergency Medical Services (EMS) graduates at an annual pinning ceremony. During the event, several students received awards for their outstanding performance in the program. The Perseverance Award was presented to Curtis Robinson, Bethany, for overcoming obstacles to succeed in the program. … Read More

Moultrie County ‘Year in Review’ 12-31-2025

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January The Sullivan City Council wrapped up its 2024 meeting schedule by approving annexing some property and revising some city codes. The council opened the meeting with a public hearing on a plan to annex Windmill Legacy Farms, south of the city, on South Hamilton Street west side of the road. Kennady Wilson, from Bethany, made the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Dean’s List for the 2024 fall semester.  The Lady Redskins won again on Monday night. This time it was a win over Cerro Gordo, 53-16. They even did it without a single three-pointer. Yet, they had three girls with double … Read More

SBD’s “Christmas Jingle Invitational” rings bells

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•December 31, 2025• SBD had their home meet, the “Christmas Jingle Invitational”, on December 14th. The Dolphins hosted the BNSC swim team. This meet was a great showing for the new Dolphins on the team. High point winners were: 8 & U girls 1st place Stella Perrott, 2nd Tinley Eads, and 3rd Lucy Brettschneider. 8 & U boys 1st William Kauffman, 2nd place Sam Richter, and 3rd place Waylon Atchison. 9-10 girls, 2nd place Emme Kirkley. 9-10 boys, 2nd place Oliver Florey. 11-12 girls, 1st place Avery Hess and 2nd place Michaela Blickensderfer. 11-12 boys, 1st place Mack Pogue, 2nd … Read More

Mid-Illinois Senior Center-Jan. events

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•December 31, 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. New this month: The last Friday of the month at 12:30 p.m., there will be popcorn and movie. Movie titles will vary each month. Ask at the front desk for the “Movie of the month.” Doors to the center are open Monday through Friday, and it’s warm inside. There is always free hot coffee, hot … Read More

January ‘Peace Meal’ menu Mid Illinois Senior Services

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•December 31, 2025• 5: Ham and beans, copper carrots, tropical fruit, and cornbread. 6: Shepherd’s pie, hot fruit crisp, 3 bean salad, and biscuit. 7: Chicken Cordon Bleu, garlic vegetables, maple-glazed Brussels sprouts, pea salad, and bread/roll. 8: Meatloaf, sour cream and chive mashed potatoes, stewed tomatoes, peaches, and bread/roll. 9: Tuna casserole, peas, cinnamon-glazed carrots, cottage cheese salad, and bread/roll. 12: Hamburger and bun, tater tots, baked beans, and mandarin oranges. … Read More

Illinois State Historical Society opens $1K essay scholarship

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•December 31, 2025• Submitted The ISHS’s Verna Ross Orndorff Scholarship, with a prestigious award of $1,000, has opened for Illinois High School students who write and submit the best 1,500-word essay on the subject of Abraham Lincoln or Civil War era Illinois. Essays must be submitted by January 15th, 2026, and meet the following criteria: … Read More