Looking Back Clang, clang, clang went the trolley
By Leigh Morris If the 19th century was the era of the steam railroad, then many were certain the 20th century would belong to the… Login to continue reading Login…
Opinion
Focus on Faith
By Pastor Daryl Vermillion, First Southern Baptist Church, Beardstown Luke 19: 47 Luke 2: 41-52 As we move ever closer to Easter, we want… Login to continue reading Login…
Bits & Pieces
By Sally Lael I have said many times over the years that I should have kept a diary on my kids and grandkids growing up… Login to continue reading Login…
Reader decries communist accusations
Dear editor, Over the last year, I have heard high profile Republicans making claims that the Democrats are pushing Communist policies and agendas. In… Login to continue reading Login…
Trivia Too
By Roy Roberts In my “Dear Christine” book, page 98, there are pictures of the French refugees leaving their potential bombed out cities, carrying… Login to continue reading Login…
Editorial
By Bill Mitchell Ah spring, when the dadffodils begin to bloom, the birds begin to sing and of course, as the ground begins to… Login to continue reading Login…
Looking Back
By Leigh Morris Often I am asked why the study of history is important. My short answer is to quote George Santayana: “Those who cannot… Login to continue reading Login…
Bits & Pieces
By Sally Lael Facebook was interesting this weekend. A lot of people complained about the intersections at the Hardee’s junction and the Arenzville Rd. and… Login to continue reading Login…
Letter to the Editor
Dear Editor, The solar panel farm is not the panacea that the people heard. Apparently, no one remembers the great promise the lottery would bring… Login to continue reading Login…
Trivia Too
By Roy Roberts Here comes the second anniversary of living with COVID-19. “Two weeks to flatten the curve” turned into two years, and at times,… Login to continue reading Login…