News

C’ville Fire Department to hold End of Summer Bash

Chandlerville Fire Department will hold its End of Summer Bash to help raise funds for the department. 

The event will be held at Daugherty’s Pub beginning at 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 16. They will be serving hand cut pork chop sandwiches with river chips and a variety of sides for a small fee.

Mia Brunk-Minor

Congratulations

Congratulations to Virginia Senior Mia Brunk-Minor on being awarded the National Recognition from the College Board. Mia is an exemplary student at Virginia, and is extremely deserving of this acknowledgement.

Sangamon Valley Presbyterian Church members & friends – Family Fun Day 2023

Sangamon Valley Presbyterian observes 175th 

The Sangamon Valley Presbyterian Church, located on the Beardstown/Chandlerville blacktop, will be observing its 175th anniversary with a celebration on Sunday, September 24th.   The church was established in 1848, with the first service being held in the Hickory schoolhouse, near the current church building.  The church building was built in 1849, one-eighth mile northeast of the present structure.  The present church building was erected in 1892 with a dining room and kitchen being built under the church in 1947.

CCHGS annual nut sale

The Cass County Historical & Genealogical Society (CCHGS) is gearing up for its annual nut sale!  This year we are offering a variety of nuts, including pecan halves, medium pecan pieces, light (English) walnut halves & pieces, whole cashews, mixed nuts, a Harvest Medley Mix (featuring dried cranberries & cherries, cashews, pecans and pistachios), praline pecans and milk Cchocolate covered almonds.

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Red Cross facing national blood shortage

The American Red Cross is experiencing a national blood shortage. Fewer donors than needed gave this summer, drawing down the national blood supply and reducing distributions of some of the most needed blood types to hospitals. Hurricane Idalia further strained the blood supply with blood drive cancellations and reduced blood and platelet donations in affected areas.  Donors of all blood types are urgently needed, and there is an emergency need for platelet donors and type O blood donors to make an appointment to give now to ensure patients across the country continue to receive critical medical care.

Bread of Love    

September 18- 22: Monday - Ham loaf, sweet potatoes, green beans, apricots,  bread, milkTuesday - Bratwurst patty on bun, pickles, German potato salad, sauerkraut, tropical fruit, milk Wednesday - Stuffed pepper soup, cottage cheese, red bean salad, mandarin oranges, crackers, milkThursday - Chicken & noodles, broccoli, pears, dinner roll,  milk Friday - Pork Chop, whipped potatoes & gravy, red cabbage, apple crisp, bread,  milk

Calendar Fall

Community  Calendar

A-C Central School Board will hold its regular meeting at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 20  in the Board Conference room at the Unit Office in Ashland.

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The Virginia Spooktacular will hold its Halloween Parade at 5:15 p.m. October 21 in Virginia. The parade will begin on Illini Street and go down Main Street. 

Anyone interested in being part of the parade should contact Billie Gardner at 217-204-5949 or fill out a registration link.

Trick or Treat

Virginia Spooktacular set Oct. 21

The Virginia Spooktacular will hold its Halloween Parade at 5:15 p.m. October 21 in Virginia. The parade will begin on Illini Street and go down Main Street. 

Anyone interested in being part of the parade should contact Billie Gardner at 217-204-5949 or fill out a registration link.

Police News

Beardstown Police News

Jose Hernandez-Gomez, 58, Beardstown, was cited August 21 for operating an uninsured motor vehicle, driving while vehicle registration is suspended and expired registration.

Tanya Ruez, 45, Beardstown, was cited August 23 for speeding 60 in a 35 mph zone and a written warning for expired registration.

Official honorary fireman, Grayson Robinson, enjoying his 3rd birthday celebration with special thanks to Chandlerville and Virginia Firefighters. All photos submitted.

Grayson’s golden fight!

As little Grayson Robinson’s 3rd birthday approached, his great-great aunt Julie Hyde of Virginia wondered how she might connect him with what he loved most… firetrucks, big trucks, police cars, any kind of car, motorcycles, golf carts, tractors, etc.