Michael Bell Michael Lewis Bell, 58, of Lovington, passed away at 6:29 p.m. Saturday, June 6, 2020, at his mother’s home in Lovington. Private family graveside services will be held in Keller Cemetery in Lovington. McMullin-Young Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. … Read More
•June 10, 2020• Moultrie County Board vice-chariman Kevin McReynolds has decided not to run for another term and has filed paperwork with the county clerk’s office to have his name removed from the November ballot. “My time on the board has been enjoyable,” McReynolds, who has served the county since 2002 said. “Personally it would be nice to take some time off and let someone serve.” McReynolds explained Republican party chairman Dave McCabe indicated other potential candidates were interested in running to maintain a full slate of candidates for the November election. “Historically I believe the Republicans and Democrats have … Read More
John Sharp John William Sharp, 88, passed away on June 9th, 2020 at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, IL. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, June 13, 2020, at McMullin-Young Funeral Home, Sullivan, IL. Visitation will be held an hour prior to the services Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be Greenhill Cemetery, Sullivan, with Military Rites by the Sullivan American Legion Post #68. Please wear a face mask and practice social distancing for the services. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Illinois chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association and the Central … Read More
Charles Hess Charles Robert “Chuck” Hess, 70, of Sullivan, passed away 2:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 9, 2020, at his home in Sullivan. Private family services will be held at McMullin-Young Funeral Home, Sullivan. Memorials may be made to the Lincolnland Hospice: 1004 Health Center Dr, Mattoon, IL 61938. Chuck was born January 1, 1950, in Decatur, the son of T. Robert and Lida (Shell) Hess. He married Patty Stark on August 3, 1990 in Sullivan; she survives. He was a member of the St. Columcille Catholic Church in Sullivan. He loved his grandchildren and fishing. Chuck was proud to serve … Read More
Carolyn Joyce Molzen Carolyn Joyce Molzen, 78, of Sullivan, formerly of Lovington, passed away at 5:20 p.m. Wednesday, April 1, 2020 in Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center. Private family services will be Wednesday, June 10, 2020 in the Reed Funeral Home, Sullivan with Pastor Larry Bricker officiating. Burial will be in the Keller Cemetery, Lovington. Memorials are suggested to the Moultrie County Historical and Genealogical Society, P. O. Box 588, Sullivan, IL 61951 or to the Douglas Hart Nature Center, 2204 DeWitt Avenue East, Mattoon, IL 61938. Online condolences may be sent to the family atreedfuneralhome.net. … Read More
Steven Booker Steven R. Booker, 68, of Sullivan, passed away Sunday June 7, 2020 in St. Mary’s Hospital, Decatur. Private family services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday in the Reed Funeral Home, Sullivan with Fred Leeds officiating. Visitation will be from 1 – 2 p.m. Wednesday. Burial will be in the Findlay Cemetery with military rites conducted by the Findlay American Legion. Memorials are suggested to a charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at reedfuneralhome.net. Steve was born October 27, 1951 in Decatur, the son of Richard and Beverly Gramblin Booker. … Read More
•June 5, 2020• Lake Shelbyville – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Lake Shelbyville would like to announce Lone Point Campground is now open. Lone Point Campground is 100% reservable and campers must have a reservation through R1S prior to setting up on a campsite. Campers are reminded to follow CDC guidelines while recreating at Lake Shelbyville. Lone Point Group Camp is also open and available by online reservation. Group camp reservations must be 2 weeks in advance and no greater than 1 year in advance. The group camp is available for single site first come, first served camping … Read More
Senior Peace Meal For additional information or for reservations, please call 1-800-543-1770 Monday, June 8 – Sausage and Gravy, Mini Potato Bakers, Warm Fruit Compote, Biscuits, Fruit Juice Tuesday, June 9 – Taco Salad w/Meat, Cheese Beans, Lettuce, Tomato, Sour Cream & Taco Sauce, Sliced Peaches, Taco Chips, Pudding Wednesday, June 10 – Pepper Beef over Brown Rice, Peas and Carrots, Warm Cinnamon Baked Apples, Whole Grain Wheat, Fresh Fruit Thursday, June 11 – Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes w/Gravy, Breaded Tomatoes, Dinner Roll, Mandarin Oranges Friday, June 12 – Roasted Pork Loin, Baked Beans, Sicilian Veggie Mix, Apricots, Whole Grain … Read More
•June 3, 2020• By Jason Brown NP Sports As stay at home restrictions are relaxed and summer activities begin, what are local athletes looking forward to? Below we asked Sullivan Athletic Director Ryan Aikman three questions in a short interview about sports, summer camps, and preparing for the unknown during a crisis. News Progress: With the new guidelines of working out but not more than ten people at a time, is SHS going to open its weight room, etc.? … Read More
•June 3, 2020• The Regional Office of Education #11 is pleased to announce the 2020 Inaugural ROE #11 Recognition of Excellence Award Recipients. The Regional Office of Education #11 requested nominations from each school district within the region seeking to highlight a pre-kindergarten through grade 12 educator who has modeled excellence in education. Nominees included exceptionally skillful and dedicated individuals who have the respect and admiration of students, parents, and co-workers. They also play active and useful roles within their communities as well as schools; often distinguishing themselves as leaders. Their most important quality is their superior ability to inspire … Read More