Cass County Star Gazette

Close wasn't good enough — a Purple Rider defender came close to stopping Triopia's Michael Burns on a touchdown run, but all he was able to grab was a handful of air.

Spiderman

Spiderman just chillin' on a ledge in Beardstown — Spiderman was a big hit during the Chamber of Commerce trick or treat event in downtown Beardstown as he entertained on-lookers outside the Riverside Insurance Agency at 2nd and Washington Streets (... more

Making a lane

Making a lane — Triopia’s Ben Stanberry (55) and Alec Coil (42) each put Arcola Purple Rider defenders on their backsides to leave a huge lane for Trojan running back Zach Thompson to run through on his way to a big gain.

Growing up is optional

Growing up is optional — Growing older may be mandatory, but one is never too old to dress up for Halloween. Beardstown’s Harriett Lee is a living example, who at age 94, still dons costumes every year. Patrons at the Golden Age Center were... more

I do solemnly swear —

I do solemnly swear — Kevin Murray of Rushville was officially sworn in as Beardstown’s new police chief at Tuesday night’s Beardstown City Council meeting. Mayor Leslie Harris announced that she had officially terminated former Police Chief Shane... more

There's a new Judge and Sheriff in town

There’s a new Judge and Sheriff in town — T. J. Wessel and Devron Ohrn celebrate their respective election victories as Cass County’s new resident circuit judge and sheriff. Wessel defeated Luke Thomas by a final tally of 2,634-1,955, while Ohrn... more

Photo Galleries

Meredosia Bridge demolition Aug. 29, 2018

The old Route 104 Bridge across the Illinois River at Meredosia was demolished with a thunderous explosion Wednesday morning Aug. 29. Photos by Brian DeLoche.

Welcome Home 3637th Supply Maintenance Company

9-10 year old girls Little Leage Softball District 17 Champions

Ashland Summer Days

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Linda L. Turner

Wed, 10/31/2018 - 14:22 Casscounty2

Linda L. Turner, 78, of Sinclair passed away at home on Saturdsy, Oct. 27th.

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Douglas “Doug” Dotzert

Wed, 10/31/2018 - 14:17 Casscounty2

Douglas “Doug” Dotzert, 57, of Beardstown passed away Tuesday, Oct. 23, at his home.

He was born Oct. 21, 1961, in Beardstown, the son of Clarence and Mary Ellenor Virgin Dotzert.

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Arlana Mae “Lana” Seaman

Wed, 10/31/2018 - 14:13 Casscounty2

Arlana Mae “Lana” Seaman, 88, of Beardstown, died Friday, Oct. 5, at Heritage Health in Beardstown.

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Sharon Kay Gabbert

Wed, 10/31/2018 - 14:09 Casscounty2

Sharon Kay Gabbert, 72, of Beardstown died Wednesday, Oct. 24, at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield.

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Halloween brings back memories of treats, tricks and candy corn

Wed, 10/31/2018 - 12:19 Casscounty2

It’s Trick or Treat time, and there was a notice for any seniors living here at Blair House who would like to come to the Halloween party.

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Murder, treason, or self-defense — the Charleston riots

Wed, 10/31/2018 - 12:18 Casscounty2

Other than the 1863 New York City Draft Riot, the Charleston Riot of March 28, 1864, resulted in the largest number of casualties of any such civil disturbance during the Civil War.

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VFW Post offering rides to the polls

Wed, 10/31/2018 - 12:17 Casscounty2

Beardstown VFW Post 1239 and Auxiliary encourages all citizens to participate in the November 6, 2018 election and is offering rides to those who can not drive to the polls.

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B’town council considers airport upgrade plans

Wed, 10/31/2018 - 12:15 Casscounty2

The Building & Grounds and Airport committees met jointly on Tuesday night to discuss ideas to fill the empty hanger spaces at the Beardstown Airport.