CB&Q strike leaves scars
Americans greeted the arrival of 1922 with an overwhelming sense of optimism. In Beardstown, prospects appeared far less rosy when in March the… Login to continue reading Login…
Opinion
Intercessory prayer lifts up others
By Rev. Jarrett Wells Beardstown First United Methodist Church Lately, I’ve been doing lots of thinking about prayer and how I pray. As I… Login to continue reading Login…
Too many ‘buts,’ pose problems for teachers
Like it or not, the coronavirus is still with us and it is still affecting us. Our schools are once again at the forefront… Login to continue reading Login…
Memories from the Boy Scout Jamboree
It was in 1935 when I was a 13-year-old that a man named James Carnahan, a 1926 BHS graduate who lettered and was a star… Login to continue reading Login…
From dirty laundry to clean teeth
According to Advertising Age, that bible of Madison Avenue, the 20th century produced 10 advertising jingles that out-jingled all the rest. From the… Login to continue reading Login…
Boyhood hero’s death leaves sense of loss
Last week, I was saddened to hear the news one of my boyhood heroes had died. Lou Brock was dead at the age of 81.… Login to continue reading Login…
Cass County residents urged to be prepared when it’s time to vote
Dear Editor, As the 2020 election draws near I would like to encourage everyone to “plan your vote.” As I sit here in my… Login to continue reading Login…
Could you be raising the next Tiger Woods?
Here is a tip for parents: If you have a child, boy or girl, reaching 3 years old, get them a putter and an… Login to continue reading Login…
A piece of living history
For the past 28-plus years, my wife and I have had the pleasure and privilege of driving near and far in a special piece… Login to continue reading Login…
This time of year is a display of God’s majesty
By Rev. Jarrett Wells Beardstown First United Methodist Church I love this time of year! While I am missing high school football, I love… Login to continue reading Login…