Kaitlyn Copley

Kaitlyn Copley

  • Joined: August 2, 2023
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Good numbers for BHS Track

The BHS Boys Track Team from left to right; CJ Evans, Marcos Laurencio, Julian Mpopo, Ryan Shaw, Josh Severino, David Montoya, Christy Domitien, Gavin Epping, Jordy Kanda, Chris Tchaklizo, Gerardo Ruiz Gonzalez, Martin Pineda, Bryan Islas, Karim Gomez, Joel Sosa. Not Pictured: Darren Lopez, Jared Perez, Deyvi Javier, Abraham Diaz, Vincent Sweeny, Brady Silva, Junior Gil.

With numbers up, Beardstown Girl’s Track Coach Jacki Kelly is looking forward to being able to fill out full relay teams and to having girls competing in most events this year. Four girls return from last year, several girls are coming up from middle school and a few new faces have joined the squad to fill out the roster. The team will be young but talented.  Coach Kelly commented, “we are looking for Diana Huerta to have another great season after being a state qualifier as a freshman in the long jump and triple jump and we are planning to see great things from Freshman Laetitia Kanda, who was a state qualifier in middle school in the high jump.”  Freshmen Rosalba Quintana and Ayelen Gabriel along with Junior Mia Playan should make the girls competitive in the distance races. Freshman Stella Petersen will join Sophomore

Dot’s Story Corner donates books to A-C kindergartners and teachers 

Dot's Story Corner, A-C Central Elementary Library

Dorothy Newell was a woman who had a passion for reading, not only for reading, but for young children learning to read and reading to her. Her goal in life was to become a Kindergarten teacher but financial obligations did not allow this to happen. She returned to her love of education by volunteering in the kindergarten classes in Ashland Elementary and Our Savior’s Catholic School for approximately 15 years.

Beardstown School board member named to Rural Advising Council

Beardstown Jr/Sr high School

During the committee reports at the Beardstown School board meeting on March 20th, board member Brenda Algandar reported she had been named to the Rural Advising Council.    

The first meeting was held on February 27th and named Dr. Garrison from Vandalia the chairperson. She expressed this council is a way to communicate with the government the needs of rural education. They will be meeting with legislators at their next meeting. This council will meet four times yearly.

Hit-and-run injures woman; business reports break-in

Beardstown Police is seeking information on a hit and run accident that occured on March 24. The above pictured vehicle was seen leaving the scene. If you have any information about this accident contact the Beardstown Police Department at 217-323-3131.

A Beardstown woman was injured and the driver sped away Sunday night at 3rd and State Street, near the Beardstown Lincoln Museum.Ruth Illias, 53, Beardstown, was struck by a white, newer-model Grand Jeep Cherokee at 5:49 p.m. Sunday, March 24. When officers arrived Illias was experiencing pain and was transported to an area hospital by Beardstown Ambulance.

Petersen receives prestigious award from the IRWA

Pictured above on left Scott Tozier, IRWA, and Petersen, right.

Beardstown Sanitary District Superintendent Wells Petersen received a prestigious award from the Illinois Rural Water Association (IRWA) as the runner-up for Waste Water Specialist for the year 2024. 

He said it was an honor to be recognized by the IRWA.  He said the IRWA monitors everything the district does and how the plant is operating. Petersen received the award at the annual conference held in Effingham.

He has been employed with the Sanitary District since November, 2015.

A-C Students of the Month

A-C Central Senior Student of the Month for February is Landon Eilers. Landon is the son of Brad and Chris Eilers. 

He is described by his teachers as honest, kind and respectful. Landon is a helpful student who is always willing to work and help out with whatever is needed. He is one of the nicest kids in the school building, always going out of his way to say “hi” or hold the door for others. He is a leader in the band and a member of the football team. We are proud to call Landon an A-C Central Knight!

Culbertson Hosp. honors America’s physicians on National Doctors Day 

Sarah D. Culbertson Memorial Hospital proudly celebrates National Doctors Day, a significant occasion dedicated to recognizing the exceptional commitment and care provided by America’s physicians. Observed every March 30th, this day offers a moment to pause and appreciate the pivotal role that doctors fulfill in maintaining and enhancing the health of our nation.

Ashland Fire District purchases armor

Ashland Fire Department

The Ashland Fire District Board voted to purchase body armor for firefighters at last week’s board meeting. The purchase is for four sets of armor at a cost near $8,400. At the suggestion of former fire chief Tylor Latham, they also voted to purchase extra trauma pads at a price of $1,000.

Coffee on the Co-op 

Menard Electric Cooperative will host a “Coffee on the Co-op” event 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Friday, April 5th at Cool Beans Coffee & Ice Cream in Pleasant Plains. Members of Menard Electric are encouraged to stop in for some coffee and casual conversation with co-op employees.