Community Calendar
The Cass County Courthouse will be closed on Thursday, July 4, 2024 for Independence Day
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Courthouse and Jail Committee scheduled for July 4 has been changed to 5 p.m. Monday, July 1 at the Courthouse in Virginia.
Kaitlyn Copley
Focus on Faith – ‘Jesus the true judge’
The Book of Judges is a Christian favorite. From Ehud slaying the fat man Eglon to Gideon selecting the 300 weirdos who lap water like dogs as his army to Samson slinging jawbones, Judges provides a host of wild and fantastical stories. From laughter to fascination to frustration, this book offers so many unique details that stick in our minds from a young age. Who doesn’t love Jael pounding a tent peg through Sisera’s skull?
Bits & Pieces – Hot today and hot 58 years ago
June 25th would have been my 58th wedding anniversary. It’s not really a sad day for me because the 25 years I had Chuck were wonderful with lots of laughs and precious memories.
On June 25, 1966, it was every bit as hot then as it was this year. The heat and humidity were horrendous and the worse part; there was no air-conditioning. We were married at my home as I was still living with my parents.
New Illinois state split event held in Springfield
New Illinois, Inc. held an informational event at Godfather’s Pizza, in Springfield on June 18. Speakers included New Illinois Sangamon County Chair Lynn Wilson and New Illinois Board Chair G.H. Merritt.
New Illinois is one of the leading organizations in the movement to create a new state separate from the current State of Illinois, Chicago, and Urban Cook County.
Beardstown Police News
Drew T. Patrick, 27, Beardstown, was given a written warning for expired registration on June 1.
Kaury J. Garrido-Baez, 39, Beardstown was cited for screeching/squealing of tires and fleeing/eluding police on June 16.
Ramon Penalo-Dejesus, 49, Beardstown was given a written warning for turn signal on June 16.
Felix R. Tavarez-Torrez, 53, Beardstown, was given a written warning for no registration light and obstructed registration on June 16.
Chapin seeking water superintendent
The Village of Chapin is accepting applications for water superintendent as the current superintendent has resigned for personal reasons.
Elsewhere in the utilities/streets report from a recent meeting: Illinois DOC inmates have been in the village on a mowing detail.
Crime Stoppers honors two
The Illinois State Crime Stoppers recently honored Morgan, Scott & Cass Counties Crime Stoppers President MacKenzie Stewart.
Stewart was selected as an Outstanding Board Member of the Year for her Motivation, Direction and Initiative in leading her local program.
Fire district concerned over proposed OSHA rules
The Ashland Fire District Board discussed proposed OSHA rules that seem likely to be enacted by the agency. The rules will include new medical and training requirements for firefighters, equipment and facility maintenance, and administrative work toward compliance with the rules. The board members and Ashland Fire Chief Shane Hall aired their concerns with the new rules and the burden they expect compliance to place on the district.
BASA Inaugural Softball Tournament Games Schedule
June 29, 2024 at Little Jones Ball Field - 6 Armory Ln, Beardstown
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Little Jones Field
Jacksonville Wolverines vs Warren County Falcon Crown
Rice Field
Springfield Blue Devils vs IRVSA Green Machine
BHS needs new boys’ basketball coach
Beardstown High School Athletic Director Elliot Craig and the Board of Education are in the market for a new varsity boys’ basketball coach for the 2024-2025 season.
Due to family concerns, head coach Eric Anderson recently made the tough but necessary decision to step down from the position. Anderson spent the past nine years as the top cat for the Tigers posting a 123-133 record including a very fine 22-10 season last year.