Newsletter-Mid-Week

BHS girls host track meet

There was only one meet on the schedule for the Beardstown Track team with the Tigers hosting a girls only meet last Monday, taking third place out of eight teams. As usual, Diana Huerta had a big day winning the 100 meters, the 200 meters, the triple jump and placing second in the long jump.

Embrace Life Head Start Child Care

Embrace Life Head Start Child Care officially opened for children in March of this year. At this time, they currently have 15 three-to five-year-olds attending their program.

Horrer sentenced to 10 years in prison

Jordan M. Horrer, 25, Beardstown, was sentenced to 10 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections, followed by eighteen months of mandatory supervised release for methamphetamine delivery on March 24.

Abraham Lincoln Council hosts STEM Quest Evening Camp

STEM Quest: “Out of This World” – An Astronomical Adventure for Kids! Springfield, IL – May 13, 14, 15, 16 – This May, young aspiring astronauts and engineers are invited to embark on an extraordinary adventure with our “Out of This World” Evening STEM Camp! Designed for curious minds aged 5-10, the camp will offer a hands-on, exciting exploration of the universe, right from the comfort of Earth! With a focus on astronomy, the “Out of This World” camp will provide a unique opportunity for children to dive into the wonders of space. From stargazing and building space vehicles to exploring properties of physics, participants till engage in fun, interactive STEM activities, all while gaining a deeper understanding of the cosmos.

Carniceria Neylan Hispanic Market

Meet Pedro Jimenez and Raquel Javier, owner and operators of Carniceria Neylan Hispanic Market, which means “A person who makes their dreams come true.” For Raquel this has always been a dream of hers, and as of December 28, 2024, her dream has come true. Her little piece of paradise now resides at 101 E.