For many, the start of a new year brings with it the desire for a change.
   And for a lot of women, changes often mean a change in style, in wardrobe or hair cut or color.

The Beardstown City Council Tuesday night had a meeting of the committee as a whole and a regular City Council meeting in less than 15 minutes total.  

    Vandalism at the park and the possible installation of security cameras were topics of discussion during the Monday meeting of the Arenzville Village Board.

   With the passing of the filing deadline on Dec. 21, a number of races have taken shape for mayoral, city council, village board and school board seats in Cass County.

By SARAH MANSUR
Capitol News Illinois