Obituaries 7-31-2019: Larry Shipman
Larry Shipman *this obituary was updated after the printed publication Larry Shipman, 81, of Omaha, Arkansas, formerly of Cerro Gordo and Lovington, went to his heavenly home Tuesday, July 23, 2019 in Harrison, Arkansas. Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Thursday at the Reed Funeral Home, Sullivan. Graveside services to follow at the Greenhill Cemetery with Pastor Mike Fender officiating. Online condolences may be sent to the family at reedfuneralhome.net. … Read More
Obituaries 7-31-2019: Deiedre French
Deiedre French Agnes Deiedre French, 83, of Lovington, passed away at 5:20 a.m. Tuesday, July 30, 2019 at Mason Point in Sullivan. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, August 3 at McMullin-Young Funeral Home in Sullivan. Visitation will be held an hour prior to the service Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in French Cemetery in Allenville. … Read More
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United Producers offers Free Cattle Evaluation Clinic
•July 31, 2019• United Producers Inc. (UPI) in Shelbyville is offering a free cattle evaluation clinic at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, August 29. This clinic is the first of its kind to be held at the livestock auction market and is designed for cattle producers of all ages. The hands-on clinic will feature Jodie Pitcock, USDA Division of Livestock Marketing, as he teaches participants the importance of grading cattle and how grades can impact profitability. … Read More
ALAH Schools Begin Class with New District Superintendent
High school roof project discussed •July 31, 2019• By Ariana Cherry for the News Progress In the July meeting, ALAH Community School District new superintendent, Shannon Cheek and retiring superintendent Kenny Schwengel, attended the July school board meeting. “I want to start off my report by saying thank you to the many people involved in welcoming us to the school district and the four communities,” Superintendent Cheek opened his report. He went on to thank Haley McGrath, his administrative aide, as well as Kelly Creek, Ken Munds, the board of education, all the administrative staff, the custodial staff and the … Read More
Lawmakers: Push for Affordable Housing Solutions Begins
•July 31, 2019• By Rebecca Anzel Capitol News Illinois Lack of affordable housing impacts many facets of family life — access to education and health care, for example — for Illinoisans throughout the state, Sen. Mattie Hunter and Rep. Delia Ramirez said. It’s a truth the Chicago Democrats said they each experienced before their time in office. Each has a background in social service work — Hunter as a community organizer who grew up in public housing and Ramirez as director of a community social service agency. Illinois’ affordable housing program received $200 million through the state’s first capital plan … Read More
Dove’s Domestic Violence Education and Volunteer Training
•July 31, 2019• Training is available for individuals interested in educating themselves on the issues surrounding domestic violence. The training will take place October 28 – November 13, Monday through Thursday evenings, from 5-9 p.m. in Decatur at Dove, 302 S. Union, Dean Simcox Conference Room. This 44-hour training is approved by ICADV, Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence. This training is being facilitated by two Illinois Certified Domestic Violence Professionals, one of whom is also an Illinois Certified Partner Abuse Intervention Professional. There is a $200 fee for the training. … Read More
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Sullivan City Council Calls Special Meeting
•July 25, 2019• The Sullivan City Council will have a special meeting beginning at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 31 at the First United Methodist Church. Purpose of the meeting is to discuss and take action, if any, on the manner of distribution of the assets of the Winifred Titus-Sentel Trust, including farm real estate and Titus Manor property. … Read More