CASSCOMM partners with first fiber
Local fiber internet provider CASSCOMM has partnered with Fiber Homes, the nation’s first fiber internet search service, to give people looking to buy...
Bits & Pieces – He cried wolf—too many times
Now that school has started, I remember those days when my three kids were in school. How well I remember the chaos, the panic when one of them couldn’t...
Focus on Faith – The Sheep of His Pasture
In the Old Testament, when Israel desired a King to lead them, they chose King Saul as the first King of Israel. They chose wrongly. God chose someone...
Neglected properties a problem in Chapin
Unkept properties within the Chapin Village remains a topic of discussion for the village trustees. Another property has been cited. Complaints...
One injured in motorcycle/vehicle crash
One person was injured in a motorcycle/vehicle crash at 8:30 a.m. Monday, August 19, at Beardstown Plaza between McDonald’s and Subway.Yordanis Grille...
Beardstown Council feels police department in need of help again
At the Beardstown City Council meeting held August 20th, Alderman Ron Culves brought up the coordination between the Cass County Sheriff’s Department...
Beardstown student competes in Indianapolis with Jacksonville Drumline Institute
Jacksonville Drumline Institute (JDI) attended the Drum Corp International (DCI) World Championship in Indianapolis, Indiana, August 9-10, 2024. JDI...
Tourney Title for Lady Tiger Softball
The climb to the top of the Central Illinois Junior High softball food chain has been swift, as expected, by the Beardstown Lady Tigers. In year three...
Good Growing – Pawpaw: America’s tropical treasure
The time of year is nearing when the pawpaw (Asimina triloba) fruit will ripen and those lucky enough to have access to the fruit (and beat the wildlife...
Two-vehicle crash in Beardstown
There were no injuries in a two-vehicle crash at 12:52 p.m. Sunday, August 11 at IL Route 67 and Garden Avenue, Beardstown. According to Beardstown...