News Staff

News Staff

Beardstown man sentenced to prison

Christopher A. Africh

A Beardstown man was sentenced to 15 years in prison in Pike County Court on March 28. Christopher A. Africh, 52, pleaded guilty to aggavated… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

Three members leave Arenzville Village Board

Arenzville, IL

By Jan McGovern It was the last meeting for three of rhe current Arenzville Village Board members Monday night, April 3rd. David Beard, Gary Beard… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

Gard School playground damaged

Gard School playground damaged  Photo by Jaime Chapman

High winds on Friday, March 31 picked up the shelter that was in the parking lot at that end of State Street at Beardstown Community… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

Ratcliffs celebrate 50 years

Ratcliff Family

Dennis & Cyndi (Phoebus) Ratcliff, Astoria, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on January 12, 2023. They were married in Peoria on January 12, 1973. The… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

CMH Foundation Scholarships

Sarah D. Culbertson Memorial Hospital.

The shortage of qualified healthcare professionals, particularly in rural communities, is a growing problem. One of the best ways to assure a steady, well-educated workforce… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

Future Swings moving to new location

Jamison’s Future Swings

A local small business is planning to move to a new location, after Jacksonville School District #117 voted to purchase its current property to house… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

Community Calendar

Community Calendar

Exchange Club Senior Connection meets at 1:30 p.m. on the  first Wednesday of the month at the Golden Age Center. Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

Bread of Love

April 10-14   Monday –  Pork tenderloin with gravy, roasted potatoes, apricots, bread, milk Tuesday – Seasoned baked chicken, parslied buttered noodles, broccoli, cooked apples,… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close