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Study abroad opportunities for high school students

Qualified high school students are offered a unique opportunity to explore the world by spending an academic year, semester or summer in Europe, Asia, North or South America, Australia or South Africa as part of the ASSE International Student Exchange Program. A non-profit, public benefit organization, ASSE is dedicated to promoting closer ties of friendship between the United States and other countries by fostering intercultural understanding through youth exchange programs.

Just keep swimming with Finding Nemo Jr. at BHS

“Finding Nemo Jr.” will be presented at Beardstown High School at 7:00 p.m. Friday, Nov. 10; 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 11th, and 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 12th. 

   The charming 60-minute musical, designed for middle school-aged performers, is based on the beloved 2003 Pixar film Finding Nemo. The cast includes over 200 students from grades Kindergarten to 12th grade, led by director and teacher, Allison Skinner.

Dallas Wilcoxen

ISP arrest Rushville man for traveling to meet a child

Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) officials announce the arrest of 30-year-old Dallas Wilcoxen of Rushville, for Traveling to Meet a Child (Class 3 Felony), Indecent Solicitation of a Child (Class 4 Felony), and Grooming (Class 4 Felony).

Creekside Boutique was officially opened last Friday with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Pictured above are (L-R) Mayor Randy McClure, Dustin Fritche, Cara Bell, Thad Walker, Sara Beth Fanning, Vickie Bell and Christa Stanbridge. Photo by JanetMartin

Virginia welcomes a new boutique

Virginia is proud to welcome another new business to the community. Creekside Boutique & Coffee Company held their grand opening on Friday the 27th. The business, located on the north side of the square, is owned by Sara Beth Fanning and will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday through Saturday.

Chandlerville Fire Department

Chandlerville Fire Department heads reinstated

It’s a mess!

   The article in last week’s Cass County Star-Gazette regarding the burning of an abandoned building in Chandlerville, had misinformation. according to Chandlerville Fire Chief Cory Simpson.

   Chief Simpson reported to this newspaper it was not an abandoned building that was burned. He also said that both he and Deputy Chief Tanner Force have been reinstated to their position.

Ashland Trunk or Treat

Wet, cold weather did not stop Ashland’s ghouls, goblins, dinosaurs, and superheroes from gathering Sunday afternoon at the Ashland fire house for popcorn, hot dogs, and sweets.                                             

moving truck

We are moved, finally!

Let’s face it; moving is stressful, but the benefits in  our new location definitely outshine the stress.

The Cass County Star-Gazette moved from 1210 Wall Street to its new location, 210A Washington Street, downtown Beardstown. We officially opened on Monday, Oct. 30.

Bread of Love

Bread of Love – November 6 – November 10

Monday - Fried chicken, mashed potatoes & gravy, green beans, dinner roll, fruited gelatin,  milk. Tuesday - BBQ pork loin, parslied cauliflower, bread, peaches,  milk. 

honor roll

Beardstown First Quarter Honor Roll

High Honor Roll with Distinction 4: 9th Grade: Hayden R. Dotzert, Levi Kunz, Christopher Martinez Torres, Zachary A. Meyer, Julien Mpopo Embo Kiekie, Stella R. Petersen, Odeleisis Sierra Cabrera. 10th Grade: Andrea N. Flynn, Hilario Gil Diaz, Ashton T. Pennell, Gerardo Ruiz Gonzalez.