Gene Gast Brian Eugene “Gene” Gast, 63, of Ashmore, formerly of Allenville, passed away Wednesday, January 15, 2020, at his home in Ashmore. Private family services will be held at a later date, with burial in French Cemetery, Allenville. Memorials may be made in care of the family. … Read More
•January 22, 2020• Visit Lake Land College and find out all the college offers at Laker Visit Day. The upcoming events will be held Friday, Feb. 14 and Friday, March 27 in the Luther Student Center starting at 9 a.m. and will run until noon. … Read More
•January 22, 2020• After having its home game against Sangamon Valley postponed on Friday because of inclement weather, the Okaw Valley boys’ basketball team turned around and hosted Neoga in less than 24 hours. The Timberwolves defeated the Indians 63-51. Stats for this game were not available. OV is scheduled to enter the Lincoln Prairie Conference Tournament at Arcola starting Friday. … Read More
•January 22, 2020• The Sullivan boys’ basketball team lost its Central Illinois Conference opener last Tuesday, then had its Friday game against Warrensburg-Latham postponed because of inclement weather. Against the Rams, the Redskins found themselves in a barnburner. … Read More
•January 22, 2020• By Ariana Cherry for The News Progress Sullivan High School student, Blake Thompson presented his winning Voice of Democracy speech at the Sullivan Community Unit 300 Dist. board meeting. Thompson competed and won the district competition and will be presenting his speech at the state competition in Springfield in February. SES teacher Jennifer Hobbs coordinated the event, and SHS English teacher Becky Lawson was his sponsoring teacher. “His speech on what makes America great is a moving tribute to the American spirit,” commented Sullivan High School Principal Daniel Allen. The board discussed the changes to the district’s … Read More
•January 22, 2020• By Jason Brown NP Sports Editor The Okaw Valley girls’ basketball team defeated Cumberland and Villa Grove this week to improve its overall record to 8-16. Thursday, Jan. 16, the Timberwolves picked up a Lincoln Prairie Conference road win against Cumberland. After falling behind 10-6 in the first quarter, OV went on a 16-4 run in the second quarter for a 22-14 halftime lead. The Timberwolves had a strong third quarter then held on the rest of the way for the 44-34. Bailey Bennett and Mia Harris led OV’s scoring with 13 points each. Kate Jeffers also … Read More
•January 22, 2020• The annual Windows to Heaven celebration of life, a memorial program that honors children who have died, will be held at 10 am on Saturday, February 8, in Lumpkin Family Center for Health Education at Sarah Bush Lincoln. This service is open to anyone who has suffered the loss of a child and will feature a remembrance slide show. If you wish to attend, please contact bereavement counselor Resa Ware at 800-454-4055 or rware@sblhs.org so we can include your child’s name in the slide show. Inspired by a Swedish children’s song, Windows to Heaven is a series … Read More
Senior Peace Meal For additional information or for reservations, please call 1-800-543-1770 Monday, January 27 – Savory sausage stew w/beans, seasoned carrots, biscuits, spiced apple rings Tuesday, January 28 – Fried chicken, mashed potatoes w/gravy, breaded tomatoes, dinner roll, seasonal dessert Wednesday, January 29 – Ravioli w/meat sauce, broccoli, corn, whole grain wheat (1), pudding Thursday, January 30 – Salisbury beef pattie, mashed potatoes, spinach, dinner roll, banana bread w/cream cheese Friday, January 31 – Pulled pork sandwich, baked beans, fruit juice, bun, scalloped potatoes … Read More
•January 22, 2020• By Wyatt Miller Boy Scout Troop #39 If I had to give a speech to my school, I would choose the benefits of FFA. My speech would sound similar to the following: In many towns across the United States, members of a club gather. Blue corduroy jackets and crisp white shirts cover every member. All participants repeat a pledge. Each person has a role to play in order for the club to succeed. What is this group? The corduroy clad congregation is the FFA. It was established in 1928 the organization began with 33 original representatives and … Read More