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The winners are from left to right Madelyn Snedeker from Havana, Regan Heubner from PORTA, Leyla Danner from Midwest Central, Karlee Lewis from Athens, Braxton Stice from AC Central and Lucy Waibel from Greenview.

A-C Central 8th grader one of six Youth Citizenship Award winners

The Pierre Menard NSDAR Chapter held a meeting on Sunday, April 21, at Country Hills Golf Course in Greenview, IL.  The 8th Grade Youth Citizenship Award winners from six area schools were recognized for their Honor, Service, Courage, Leadership and Patriotism qualities. The winners are from left to right Madelyn Snedeker from Havana, Regan Heubner from PORTA, Leyla Danner from Midwest Central, Karlee Lewis from Athens, Braxton Stice from AC Central and Lucy Waibel from Greenview.

A-C Central Students of the Month

A-C Central’s 8th Grade student of the month for March is Wyatt Hays. Wyatt is the son of Jason and Heather Hays. Wyatt always has a smile for everyone. He has a great attitude, is kind and helpful to his peers and faculty alike. He has a strong work ethic to do well and succeed. He is talented in both academics and extracurriculars, promoting success in both areas and encouraging his classmates to do so as well. 

Menard Electric seeks applicants for Sharing Success

Menard Electric Cooperative is again partnering with CoBank’s Sharing Success program to provide funding to local projects sponsored by eligible organizations. 

These could include 501(c)(3) charities and some community/school/emergency organizations serving a public purpose in the local communities within the cooperative’s service territories. 

Information and applications available at www.menard.com/sharingsuccess. Deadline is June 4. Call 800-872-1203 or email info@menard.com with questions.

Western Illinois Youth Camp set

The 2024 summer day camp schedule for Western Illinois Youth Camp has been announced by Camp Directors Jessica Howard and Anna May. 

Day camps will be offered over eight weeks beginning June 3, 2024 for youth ages 6 to 14. 

Each week’s camp will have a different theme as well as offering swimming, crafts, archery, hiking, canoeing, ropes course, and so much more. The camps are held on the grounds of the Western Illinois Youth Camp located on Lake Jacksonville.

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Arbor Day is April 26

National Arbor Day is more than just planting trees to enhance the environment around us. Every tree planted represents hope for the future. The simple act of planting a tree represents a belief that the tree will grow to provide us with clean air and water, cooling shade, habitat for wildlife, healthier communities, and endless natural beauty. With deforestation on the rise, every tree planted counts for a better tomorrow.

The effects of deforestation

• Loss of species - Plants and animals that call forests home are vital to local ecosystems. Deforestation threatens those species because removing the trees from their natural habitats erases the canopy that regulates the temperature within the forest. According to the Pachamama Alliance, a global community dedicated to environmental sustainability, once that canopy is removed, the temperatures within forested areas undergo a drastic variation from day to night. That change could ultimately prove fatal for species that currently live in forests.

Spring Platter

Bread of Love – April 29 – May 3

Monday - Stuffed pepper soup, cheese stick, pea salad, pears, crackers, milk. Tuesday - Baked Ham, glazed carrots, three-bean salad, melon, bread, milk. Wednesday - Turkey breast sandwich, mashed potatoes & gravy, mixed vegetables, grape tomatoes, banana, crackers,  milk. Thursday - Meat loaf, baked potato, stewed tomatoes, tropical fruit, bread, milk. Friday - Pork and noodles, brussel sprouts, spinach salad, apple, dinner roll, milk.

Community Calendar

The Kirsta Anderson Benefit will be held from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday, May 18th at the Round House Event Center in Beardstown. There is a small cover charge that includes a meal and kids’ activities.

Police News

Beardstown Police News

A female juvenile was cited for No Valid DL, Failure to yield right away, and NO Valid Insurance and Failure to carry/display license/permit on April 1.

Jordan M. Horrer, 24, Beardstown, was cited for leaving scene of accident on April 1.

Stephanie M. Guterrez, 38, Beardstown, was cited for Criminal Trespass to Property and Criminal Damage to Property on April 1.

Elizabeth Quintana, 27, Beardstown, was given a Written Warning for Expired Registration on April 2.

Stephanie M. Gutierrez, 38, Beardstown, was cited for Criminal Trespass to property on April 2.

Jeffery F. Miles, 65, Beardstown, was cited for Violation of Order of Protection on April 2

Zachary Hicks, 25, Beardstown, was cited for theft under $300 on April 5.

Michael J Cooper

Crimestoppers seeks fugitive

Crimestoppers of Morgan, Cass and Scott Counties are seeking the whereabouts of this fugitive:Michael J Cooper DOB: 01/31/1962   Sex: M   Race: W  Height: 5’11”  Weight: 200  Eye Color: HAZEL L.K.A. 8951, US HIGHWAY 67, BEARDSTOWN IL 62618 WANTED: FTA-CRIMINAL T

Cass County Courthouse News

Cass County Courthouse News

Information as recorded at the Cass County Courthouse, Virginia. Marriages: Logan Eugene Thomas, Murrayville, and Makaila Rani Jordan, Murrayville. Julio Emmanuel Quinones Moll, Jacksonville, and Bedtsy Nereyev Santamaria De La Selva, Jacksonville. Carlos D. Mitchell, Beardstown, and Ashley R. Evans, Beardstown. Property Transfers: Calvin C. Henderson, Warranty Deed to Cameron J. and Bailey A. Turner for Lands in Section 12, T18R10.Tramika Hopkins, Quit Claim Deed to David M. and Audrey L. Cox for Lot 39 in HH Hall’s Addn of 1837, Virginia.