25 Years Ago This Week

Butler Heating, Plumbing and Hardware changed ownership last week when former Bethany residents Terry and Sharon Muzzy purchased it from longtime owners Francis and Gloria Butler. Muzzy, the son of Doris Muzzy of Bethany, returns to Bethany after many years in Florida, where he worked for 20 years in air conditioning and commercial refrigeration.

Three area students earned practical nursing pins during a recent ceremony at Lake Land College. They are Macia Ann Epperson and Susan S. Quick, both of Sullivan, and Olga Yaworski of Lovington.

Marsha Ward, daughter of Bill and Angie Ward of Sullivan, received her master of arts  degree Aug. 10 during summer commencement at Northeast Missouri State University in Kirksville, Mo.

The Sullivan Redskins earned the right to keep their number 10 state ranking—thanks to some quick thinking and extra effort. The Redskins, lead by Schascle Yochim’s 126 yards rushing, defeated Macon 30-12 Friday on the Ironmen’s home field. Touchdowns by Yochim, quarterback, Billy Harris, Nate Hutchings and Josh Crowe highlighted the contest as Sullivan finished the evening with 257 running yards.     Login or Subscribe to read the rest of this story.