News

Santa, in the company of one of his most trusted elves, waves to children from the back of a firetruck as he led a caravan of emergency vehicles with lights flashing and sirens wailing through the village streets  (Photos by Brian DeLoche.)

Santa Claus makes early appearance in Chandlerville

   Shortly after 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 19, the normal peace and quiet of a weekend in Chandlerville was shattered by the wailing sounds of… Login to continue reading Login…

Cass County

Cass Sheriff’s Deputy recognized for life-saving efforts

   A Beardstown family is celebrating a joyous Christmas season thanks to the actions of a Cass County Sheriff’s Deputy    When Alec Bunfill responded… Login to continue reading Login…

Virginia

Virginia mayor to seek second term

   It’s official. There will be a race for the mayor’s office in Virginia in April.    Virginia Mayor Reg Brunk announced Monday he will… Login to continue reading Login…

Chapin Village Board holds meeting

    Area Disposal was awarded the contract to remain as the village of Chapin’s sole refuse collector for a 5-year period during the village board’s… Login to continue reading Login…

Courthouse news

Cass County Courthouse News

    Information as recorded at the Cass County Courthouse in Virginia. Marriage Licenses:     Dylan Michael Conover, Virden, and Brandy Marie Kiers, Virden.     Francisco… Login to continue reading Login…

Virginia School Board

Virginia school board briefed on attendance issues

    Virginia School Principal Mekelle Neathery updated the Virginia School District Board of Education on student attendance and issues during its Monday meeting.     Mrs.… Login to continue reading Login…

A-C Central

A-C Central School board gives bonuses for staff

    At last week’s A-C Central School Board meeting, the members of the board expressed their appreciation for the work district staff have done under… Login to continue reading Login…

BHS, Concert

JBS gives Beardstown Schools $115,000

    JBS has donated $115,000 to the Beardstown School District.     During the Beardstown Board of Education meeting held Dec. 17, Superintendent Ron Gilbert said… Login to continue reading Login…

Beardstown City Council

B’town Council OKs several resolutions

    The Beardstown City Council Tuesday night passed resolutions estimating the cost of just over $48,000 for the 2021 Motor Fuel Tax Program; passed an… Login to continue reading Login…

Beyond the Rusty Gate

Christmas story concludes

    Recap of the Christmas story thus far: Young Kamdyn Brown has decorated a tree – which has been inhabited by a pair of cardinals… Login to continue reading Login…