Ashland getting new mayor

Ashland will be getting a new mayor as of July 31st. Current Trustee Nancy Kyrouac will replace Mayor Kitty Mau.

Arts Board adds two new directors

The Jacksonville Center for the Arts Board, whose mission is to create a multi-purpose civic center with performing arts facilities serving as a community hub and economic engine, has elected two new directors: Katie McDannald, student and community engagement coordinator at Lincoln Land Community College, and Pam Martin, recently retired director of the Jacksonville Memorial Hospital Foundation. Current Board member Gary Mather was elected vice president.

School boards discuss reorganization

The A-C Central and PORTA school boards met last week in the A-C Central district office to discuss reorganization between the two school districts and a feasibility study on this topic. No decisions were made at the meeting but each of the boards will consider the issue at their next respective meetings.

Pet of the Week

Elton was born on June 25, 2023 and came to the humane society on August 5, 2023. He loves to be near on people whenever he gets the chance.

Retirement means sleeping late

Many times I sit in front of the computer trying to figure out what to write about. Sometimes I'm inspired and many times I'm not.

Do not be anxious about anything

Based on the following readings Genesis 18:1-10, Colossians 1:24-28, Luke 10:38-42 one can see that Jesus let’s his followers know they are not to be anxious but to let go and let God be in control.

What consumers can do to support local farmers

A strong agricultural sector is vital to a healthy economy. Turbulence has affected local and national economies in recent years, and the global economy has endured its own ups and downs during that span.

Interesting facts about Abraham Lincoln

Abraham Lincoln is among the most revered figures in American history. Born in Kentucky on February 12, 1809, Lincoln served as the sixteenth president of the United States from 1861 until his assassination in 1865.