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Update on Bley building
Dear Editor, Here is the latest update on the Bley Building in Beardstown. In order to open Washington Street, additional temporary supports for the west… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Local’s healthcare experience
Dear Editor, My experiences with healthcare, or “lack” thereof in Beardstown, Rushville, Jacksonville and Springfield during 2003-2023. 1. Contacted nurses’ station for care and… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Resident’s concern for country
Dear Editor, “Ask not what your country can do for you, ….ask what you can do for your country!” Those patriotic words, and the Democrat… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Council members want to serve
By Sally Lael Congratulations to Beardstown City Council for having a full council now that Chris Baer’s appointment has been approved. As a former member… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Looking Back
By Leigh Morris If anyone has ever earned the right to be called an “American lion,” it is U.S. Circuit Judge Richard H. Mills. Now… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Some changes for new school year
By Michelle Carty The Beardstown School Board met Wednesday, July 19th and made a few minor changes to the Junior/Senior High student handbook for this… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Burn ban ordinance passed
By Michael Kloppenburg At last week’s meeting, the Ashland Fire Protection District board passed an ordinance allowing it to enact bans on open fires… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
A-C elementary has new intercom
By Michael Kloppenburg At last week’s A-C Central school board meeting, Superintendent Dr. Amy Zahm reported a new intercom for the elementary school in… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Staying Safe this Sunny Summer
Protecting yourself from UV rays A relaxing day outdoors soaking up some of the sun’s rays is how many people prefer to spend their… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close