Sheriff Devron Ohrn has announced his intent to seek re-election in the 2026 election. At this time, it is unknown if there will be an opponent running on the Democratic ticket, but as of now Sheriff Ohrn has thrown his hat in the ring for the Republican side.
MCS Community Services, as administrator of the Energy Assistance Program in Morgan, Cass, and Scott counties, is pleased to announce that funds are available to assist income-eligible households with their natural gas, propane and/or electric bills and furnace assistance for inoperable heating systems. The program will begin taking applications on October 1, 2025 for older adults (60 years+), individuals with a disability, families with children age five years and under, and households that are disconnected from their utilities, have a disconnection notice or haveless than 25% in their propane tank.
Ashland Fire Chief Shane Hall detailed the effort to fight a massive tire fire during last week’s meeting of the Ashland Fire Protection District Board.
Labor Day is celebrated on the same day in the United States and Canada each year. An annual holiday to celebrate the achievements of workers, Labor Day (known as Labour Day in Canada), occurs on the first Monday of September each year.
Every week the BHS Cheerleaders will be showcasing the "Cheerleader of the week"! This is based on the entire week including practices and games and is decided on by the coaches. This helps recognize the hard work on and off the sidelines.
At a special meeting held Monday evening, the Chandlerville Village Board discussed the possible purchase of a mini-track hoe from Adam Paul. Mr.
Another new beginning is at hand for the Beardstown High School Football Team as Chris Sawyers takes over for Elliot Craig as head coach of the Tigers.
The Meredosia-Chambersburg-Triopia-Virginia Junior High softball team won its first three games last week before losing on Saturday bringing their season record to 4-2-1. The Lady Indians beat Camp Point 10 to 0, Griggsville-Perry 4 to 1 and AC Central 12 to 2 before falling 15 to 2 to Athens.
The Beardstown Junior High School softball team is off to a blazing hot start with a 6-0 record, including a fourth straight Augusta Tournament Championship. A walk-off win over Meredosia-Chambersburg-Triopia-Virginia was followed by a blow out win over Jacksonville.
Barb Nowak has written grants for over forty years. She has written grants for the Department of Defense, train companies, and Indian Tribes.