NFPA Offers Critical Safety Reminders

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•July 4, 2018• With the Fourth of July fast approaching and the summer months upon us, indulging in barbecues, holiday parties and swimming often top the list of activities to enjoy during the summer season. To help everyone do so safely, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is reminding people about potential summer fire and electrical hazards, and providing tips and recommendations to minimize them. “By knowing where potential fire and electrical hazards exist during the summer months and taking the needed steps to prevent them, people can enjoy activities such as grilling, swimming and celebrating the Fourth of July … Read More

United Way Moultrie County Strengthens the Community

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•July 4, 2018• For the first time in recent years United Way was able to fund requests for the eight Moultrie County agencies that applied. United Way Director of Community Impact James Keith pointed out fund-raising efforts increased by 30% allowing all eight agency requests to be granted. Keith emphasized agencies involved such as Moultrie County Counseling Center, Moultrie Beacon and DOVE also work together to make the most effective use of those funds possible. “One positive impact on the community is the Peace Meal program which uses great local partners to reach out,” Keith said of the kind of … Read More

Lincoln’s Hearse

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•July 4, 2018• During the Freedom Celebration held in Arthur visitors had a rare chance to view a replica of Abraham Lincoln’s hearse. As part of the Arthur 2018 Legacy Parade observing Illinois’ 200th birthday the hearse was featured. The hearse was on display at the corner of South Vine and West Progress on Saturday, June 30. At 4 p.m. the downtown festivities moved to the Moultrie-Douglas fairgrounds in preparation for the annual fireworks display. Photo courtesy Ariana Cherry … Read More

Grant’s First March To War Was From Springfield To Quincy

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•July 4, 2018• By Greg Olson Of the Jacksonville Journal-Courier Col. Ulysses S. Grant passed up a chance to have his soldiers ride in train cars. Instead, he thought it best that they march to war. So, on July 3, 1861, Grant mounted a horse and led his first Civil War command out of Camp Yates in Springfield, en route to Quincy. The 39-year-old Grant had molded his somewhat unruly troops — members of the 21st Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment — into a disciplined fighting force. “There was direct railroad communication between Springfield and Quincy, but I thought it would … Read More

Moultrie-Douglas County Fair Offers Something for Everyone

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•July 4, 2018• The 2018 Moultrie-Douglas County Fair is July 8-14 at the Moultrie-Douglas Co. Fairgrounds in Arthur. Headliner for this year’s fair is Tyler Farr, country singer from Nashville, Tenn. Hear Farr sing his ballads at 8 p.m. Saturday, July 14, on the Main Stage. Opening for Farr is local band Wreckless Whiskey at 7 p.m. Visit the website for ordering Tyler Farr and rodeo tickets and making online entries. Cutoff date for ordering tickets and pre-registration will be midnight Friday, July 6. The 4-H Project Auction at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 11, allows the youth to show others … Read More

Menus 7-4-2018

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Senior Peace Meal For additional information or for reservations, please call 1-800-543-1770 Monday, July 9 – Country fried steak, mashed potatoes w/gravy, corn and lima beans, texas toast, apricots Tuesday, July 10 – Sub sandwich w/lettuce and tomato, broccoli soup, kidney bean salad, bun, Hawaiian salad Wednesday, July 11 – Baked spaghetti, tossed salad w/dressing packet, chunky applesauce, whole grain wheat, oatmeal raisin cookie Thursday, July 12 – Chicken parmesan, zucchini bake, cucumber and onion salad, dinner roll, cake with fruit Friday, July 13 – Meatloaf, mashed potatoes w/gravy, Italian green beans, whole grain wheat, peaches … Read More

The First Night on the Job was a Chiller

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•July 4, 2018• By Jerry L. Ginther NP Guest Columnist The night breeze circulating through the freight house caused the screen door that led into the agent’s office to open slightly and close again and again. The movement of the hinges made an eerie squeak each time the door moved, and a slight thump could be heard when the door closed. Usually, the summer breeze during the quiet night shift was welcome, but on this particular night it was a bit unsettling. This was a summer’s night in 1965. I was working the midnight shift in the railroad depot of … Read More