•September 11, 2024• The Bethany Senior Citizen Potluck will be a cook out held on Wednesday, September 18 at 11 a.m. at the Bethany park. Meat will be furnished. All are welcome. In case of rain, the lunch will be moved to the Bethany library. … Read More
•September 11, 2024• The Lovington Christian Church, across from Casey’s, will host their annual chicken fry on Saturday, September 14 from 5-7 p.m. … Read More
•September 4, 2024• by E. Scott England A decent crowd—armed with umbrellas, ponchos, and towels—braved a weather delay to watch the Sullivan-Okaw Valley Redskins cruise to a season-opener win over the Villa Grove Blue Devils. Weather wasn’t the only havoc wrecking variable as cramps kept sidelining players for a couple plays. At one time it looked like a makeshift infirmary on the SOV sideline with players scattered about getting their legs worked on to relieve the cramping muscles. First Half SOV received the ball to start the game, and it appeared that Villa Grove’s defense came to take care of business. … Read More
•September 4, 2024• For Reservations Call 1-800-543-1770 The Peace Meal Senior Nutrition Program suggests a donation of $4.00 for each congregate and home delivered meal. We accept the Illinois Link Card. Sept. 9 – Pulled Pork, Baked Beans, Corn, Apricots, Bun Sept. 10 – Meatloaf, Potato Salad, Carrots, Hot Fruit Crisp, Bread Sept. 11 – Chicken Broccoli, Rice Bake, Hot Beets, Herbed Peas, Dreamsicle Salad, Bread or Roll Sept. 12 – Chef Salad, Ham, Turkey, Egg, Cheese, Veggies, Banana Split Fluff Bread or Roll Sept. 13 – Chicken and Noodles, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Tomato Salad, Bread or roll … Read More
•September 4, 2024• Lake Land College recently announced the students who have graduated following completion of the Summer 2024 term. The 2024 Summer graduates are: Ryli Kauffman from Arthur, Victoria Clark and Stacey Orris from Bethany, Braeden Nichols from Findlay, Sierra Brackemyre from Lovington and from Sullivan Ashley Arnold, John Bolin, Haylee Faulkner, Shyanne Harding, Gage Hayman, Ian Hill, Katie Honchell, Maelona Sims, Kamryn Spence, Matthew Welch and Jessica Williams. … Read More
•September 4, 2024• The month of September has been home to many historical events over the years. Here’s a look at some that helped to shape the world in September 1924. • The Dawes Plan goes into effect on September 1. The plan details a restructuring of reparations payments Germany owes to the Allied Powers in the aftermath of World War I. Charles G. Dawes, who was integral in developing the plan, would be awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1925 for his contributions. • On September 2, Negro National League President Rube Foster announces the first “Negro World Series” … Read More
•September 4, 2024• The games garner the bulk of fans’ attention when football season kicks off each year at the end of summer. While the exciting action on the gridiron is a cause for celebration among millions of football fans, the food enjoyed during game day provides much to look forward to as well. Certain foods have become part and parcel of watching a particular sport. For example, who can attend a baseball game and resist the temptation to indulge in a hot dog? For football fans, chicken wings are the go-to game day dish. There’s no shortage of ways … Read More
•September 4, 2024• by E. Scott England It’s not how any team wants to start—and Sullivan volleyball is no exception—but the first three opponents the Redskins have faced have easily handed Sullivan another tally in the loss column. The team traveled to Macon for their season opener against a tough Meridian Hawks team. Sullivan knew the key would be to get hands up in front of Hawk senior Ella Woolington. Unfortunately, as a team, Sullivan only had one block on the night while Woolington has nine kills. Sullivan also recorded only three aces in the two sets, with senior Emily … Read More
•September 4, 2024• The ROSC Council in Moultrie/Shelby County is continuing the 12-month Anti-Stigma Campaign titled “We Can and Do Recover.” This campaign aims to challenge the stigma surrounding substance use recovery by sharing stories of resilience, promoting understanding, and fostering support. Our goal is to create a more inclusive and empathetic society towards individuals in recovery. … Read More