•October 15, 2025• “Our new project is Hope in a Bag,” said Ellie Lehman, president of the East Central Illinois Red Cross Club. “We are providing comfort kits to kids who are survivors of natural disasters and home fires in our Red Cross Region.” … Read More
•October 15, 2025• October is Infant Safe Sleep Awareness Month, and the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is reminding parents and caregivers of three steps they can take to create a safe sleep environment for infants in their care. It’s as simple as ABC – infants should always be placed to sleep ALONE, on their BACKS, and in a safe CRIB. Unsafe sleep practices are a leading cause of death for infants across the United States, with 126 Illinois infants losing their lives before their first birthday in 2024. These tragic, and often preventable, deaths frequently stemmed … Read More
•October 15, 2025• The Sullivan American Legion Auxiliary Unit #68 announced its third Veterans Day Art and Writing Contest. The deadline for entries is October 17th. The contest is open to all 5th through 12th-grade students in Sullivan public schools and homeschools, and area students who are members of the Sullivan American Legion’s Junior Auxiliary or Sons of the American Legion. The contest focuses on honoring the men and women who have served in the United States’ military forces during war and peacetime. Anyone who has served in the American armed forces (from the Revolutionary War and on) may be … Read More
•October 15, 2025• The 4th annual Glimmer Night will be held on October 25 at Building 1225 in Sullivan. This unforgettable evening is designed especially for local adults with developmental delays – a true prom night experience filled with joy, celebration, and community. From the moment guests arrive, they are treated like royalty. Each attendee receives a crown or tiara and a personal introduction before stepping onto the red carpet in dazzling suits and elegant gowns. A professional photo backdrop captures the magic of the evening, ensuring everyone leaves with a keepsake from their special night. … Read More
•October 15, 2025• The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is reminding hunters of key dates, regulations, and safety practices for the upcoming archery deer hunting season. Illinois’ statewide archery deer season opened Oct. 1. In counties with a firearm deer season and west of Illinois 47 in Kane County, archery hunting will be open for three periods: • Oct. 1 through Nov. 20 • Nov. 24 through Dec. 3 … Read More
Nancy Kenton Nancy R. Kenton, 71, of Sullivan, passed away Tuesday October 7, 2025, at her daughters’ residence in Bethany. … Read More
Heather Edwards Heather A. Edwards, 49, of Sullivan, passed away 3:37 a.m. Thursday, October 9, 2025 in her home surrounded by her loving family. … Read More
Richard Day Richard “Rich” Brian Day Born July 10, 1950 Completed his journey on October 7, 2025, at 1:21 p.m., at home, with his wife, daughter, and a dear friend at his side Richard “Rich” Day loved three things most: his family, honest work, and the open road. He was born and raised in Arthur, Illinois, learned early that your word matters, and carried that lesson all his life. He valued accountability, hard work, determination, and the stubborn spirit to never give up. He held those values to his last day. … Read More
Reid Cornwell Reid L. Cornwell, 71, of Sullivan, passed away 1:40 p.m. Thursday, October 9, 2025 in his residence. … Read More
Betty Bolsen Betty Lou Bolsen, 99, of Lovington, went to her heavenly home at 8:05 p.m. Sunday, October 12, 2025, at St. Mary’s Hospital, Decatur, with family by her side. Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 18, 2025, at the Lovington First Christian Church. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Saturday, at the church. Burial will be in Turner Cemetery, Lovington. Memorials may be made to the Lovington First Christian Church. McMullin-Young Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements. … Read More