The roles of the various branches of the U.S. military
Each November, people across the United States and its territories honor the brave men and women who serve and have served in the various branches of...
Survey reveals veterans prefer action over words
Illinois veterans have spoken: While many veterans are neutral or indifferent about hearing “thank you for your service,” the most meaningful way to...
Proud to serve and work on one of the best Navy ships ever built
What do you do when you are living paycheck to paycheck with little prospects of improvement, married with two children and a baby on the way? You join...
Watch out for deer while traveling
Scenic drives are a must in Illinois in autumn and with the height of fall colors, people will be spending a lot of time on the road. The Illinois...
Schuyler County Pet of the Week
Shila was born in August of 2022. She is a sweet girl who likes to find a comfy spot to take a nap. She is very laid back and calm. Shila likes lazer...
Athletes of the week
Lindy Parlier: Triopia volleyball - Senior helped Trojans to back-to-back school record wins in a season. | Kade Parker: PORTA/A-C Central Cross Country...
BJHS Girls Basketball recap
The junior high school girls’ basketball season is well under way for the Beardstown Tigers. The seventh-grade team is off to a 3-10 start while the...
Lady Jays fall to rival Cardinals
A good season for the PORTA/A-C Central volleyball team ended with a disappointing loss to rival Pleasant Plains in the second round of the Class 2A...
Lady Redbird Basketball collects wins
A busy week of basketball for the Virginia-Meredosia-Triopia junior high girls basketball program resulted in numerous wins. The 7th grade went 2-1, the...
Lady Trojan Volleyball loses in regional final
Another great season for the Triopia-Meredosia-Virginia volleyball team came to a disappointing end in the Regional Championship game. For the second...