BHS Homecoming
BHS tradition- Homecoming is never complete without a bonfire.........Senior Elizah Thomas goes up for a spike for the senior boys against the freshman boys in the annual homecoming volleyball tournament.
News
Virginia’s new scorer’s table in memory of VHS Grad
Virginia CUSD 64 is grateful to the incredible individuals and organizations responsible for our new scorer’s table.This table is in memory of Brandon Crum, a Virginia High School graduate,
County Board approves appointments, resolution for highway funds
The Cass County board approved the appointment of Adam Bentley to the Cass County E911 Board and Pam Anderson to the Housing Authority Board unanimously at its October 9th, meeting. They also stated that Art Gramann retired from the Health Committee after many years of service and wanted to thank him for his service.
Property inspections big issue at Beardstown City Council
A question posed by Beardstown Alderman Ron Culves about implementing a plan for inspections on rental properties and other properties in the Beardstown area was discussed at length at the Tuesday, October 3rd, Beardstown City Council meeting. Rental inspections were conducted in the past when Debbie Large was ordinance officer. She would have Tom Cooper assist her in the inspections. Currently, inspections are not being done and with many properties having multiple families living in them, the risk of harm can be great. This is not the fault of anyone in particular. Beardstown just needs more housing and inspectors to do the work.
Chicago Blues Hall of Fame artist to be in concert at Daugherty’s Pub
The public is invited to a concert by Grammy elected Chicago Blues Hall of Fame artist Michael Charles and His Band as he takes you on a three-hour non-stop guitar driven journey through thirty nine years and forty releases.
The precision and level of energy is spectacular and will leave you astounded by the driving force, the contemporary blues, and the soulful ballads of Michael Charles.
Jennie Marr Dunaway Park now serving pickleball
Jack and Lynn (Beuoy) Handy, of Springfield but fomerly of Virginia and VHS graduates, Class of 1970 and 1972, donated $35,880 to bring pickleball to their hometown.
With resurfacing and remarking, the two Jennie Marr Dunaway Park tennis courts are now pickleball courts or with net adjustment, one court can still be used for tennis.
Honoring our veterans
Once again, the Cass County Star-Gazette will honor our veterans for Veterans Day in our November 9th issue. We have done this the last few years and each year, it grows a little more. We intend to grow it even more this year and that can only happen by the community, near and far. Veterans Day is November 11 and honors all of those who have served our country in war and peaee, dead or alive, although it’s largely intended to thank living veterans for their sacrifices. It’s a celebration to honor America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country and willingness to serve and sacrifice for our great country.
Fire district pursuing grant
Ashland Fire Chief Tyler Latham reported the fire district is pursuing a State Fire Marshall Grant. Latham said at last week’s meeting of the fire district board the grant is $26,000 for small equipment. He said the district might use the money to obtain firefighting monitors. The grant application is due by Dec. 15.
Trivia Night #2 set this Saturday
It’s time for Trivia Night Round 2! The event will be held at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7 at the historic Grand Opera House, 123 State Street, Beardstown.
The cost is $100 per team and there can be up to ten people per team. There will be nine rounds on various categories.
Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase and you can bring your own adult beverages.
Bread of Love Menu for October 9- 13
Monday - Pork loin, mashed potatoes & gravy, creamed corn, dinner roll, peaches, Rice Krispie Treat, milk
Tuesday - Baked ham, scalloped potatoes, broccoli, dinner roll, apricots, milk
Wednesday - Country fried steak, mashed potatoes & country gravy, stewed tomatoes, bread, pears, apple crisp, milk
Thursday - Chicken & noodles, green beans, dinner roll, pineapple tidbits, milk
Friday - Fried fish & tartar sauce, cheesy rice, pickled beets, bread, mixed fruit, milk