Looking Back
By Leigh Morris Just maybe, Meredosia’s turbine is still cranking out the kilowatts somewhere in Russia. Our story begins with the Meredosia Electric… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
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Bill would require online visits at nursing home facilities
The Illinois Senate last Thursday passed a bill that would require nursing homes and other long-term care facilities to adopt procedures to prevent social… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Crime Stoppers seek assistance
Crime Stoppers of Morgan, Scott & Cass Counties are requesting assistance in identifying the white male pictured. The Jacksonville Police Department wishes to speak… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Crash reenactment at A-C High School
Students at AC Central High School in Ashland will experience a crash reenactment given by the Cass County Sheriff’s Office and Cass County Death… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Senate OKs bill regarding unions
The Illinois Senate passed a bill Thursday aimed at rolling back some of former Gov. Bruce Rauner’s actions regarding public employee unions. Senate… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Masonic Lodge Event
Following the 2020 hiatus brought about by COVID regulations, Virginia Masonic Lodge No. 544 is bringing back the popular cook-outs beginning Saturday, May 8th.… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Trivia Too
By Roy Roberts I remember many game shows that were popular long ago. There was The Newlywed Game, Password, and many more. They all… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Beardstown native receives nomination for Best Rock CD & Best Female Artist
To this very day, this writer can vividly see Ruth LaMaster in her lead role as Dolly walking down that stairway in a stunning… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
suspicious fire
A fire totally gutted a trailer at 417 East 7th Street, Beardstown on April 29th. The fire call came in at 8:32 p.m. The trailer,… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Beardstown seats new mayor
Beardstown has a new mayor after Tuesday night’s city council meeting when Tim Harris was sworn into the office. Harris commended outgoing Mayor Leslie… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close