Last week was a tough week for my family as we went from a five cat household down to three in a matter of days. We lost both of our male cats three days apart from each other. Over the course of two years and seven days, February has become a very depressing month for me.
Several members of the community spoke out about the possibility of inner-city bussing occurring in Cass County at the Cass County Board meeting held Monday night, February 12th.
They expressed concerns of not being able to financially support illegal immigrants in addition to not being able to provide housing. Other concerns voiced were about taking jobs from people who are here legally and increases in the drug problems. It was noted these are all legitimate concerns should this happen.
The Cass County Food Pantry and Jacksonville Food Center recently received checks for $2,282.93 each, the proceeds from last fall’s Jacksonville Memorial Hospital 5K/10K Race.
“We’re proud to continue the JMH Race legacy of giving back to the community,” said Kevin Eckhoff, race director. “Both of these organizations are seeing increased demand, so it’s rewarding to be able to help them meet the needs of families in our area.”
I have yet to hear a parishioner say, “Lent is my favorite time of year.” I hear that sentiment about spring or fall or Christmastime and especially summer. Those rank among people’s favorite ‘times,’ but not Lent. At least it hasn’t been verbalized it to me.
I loved raising my kids, but like all parents, there are those moments when you wonder if you made the right decision.
One of the things I enjoyed most is the funny things they say. Many years ago, Art Linkletter hosted a comedy show called, “Kids Say the Darndest Things” from 1959-1967. Yes, I remember that show very well.
It was a cold night for about ten homes on the east side of Beardstown early Monday morning.
Michal M. Kayinduka, 48, crashed into an Ameren utility pole in the 1000 block of East 4th Street at 12:17 a.m. He was driving a white 2018 Volkswagen SUV. The vehicle was towed from the scene and Kayinduka had no apparent injuries.
Information as recorded at the Cass County Courthouse, Virginia. Marriages: Jean Eddy, Beardstown and Francilen Gesuline, Beardstown. Divorces: Jennifer Suzanne Burns from Scott A. Burns. Property Transfers: Matthew D. Sandidge, Warranty Deed to John P. Sandidge for Lot 1 in JB Shaw’s Addn, Chandlerville.Linda D. Demaree, Quit Claim Deed to Leah D. Wiseman for Lands in Section 36, T17R13.
The man who struck six vehicles in the JBS parking lot two weeks ago has been identified and arrested.
Louime Saint Gilles, 32, Meredosia, was arrested for having no insurance, driving without a driver’s license and leaving the scene of an accident.
Journalists are invited to join us Saturday, Feb. 10, as the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum (ALPLM) marks Lincoln’s birthday, shares his love of reading and celebrates the ALPLM earning national accreditation. The day will include:
Lincoln Land Community College has partnered with AT&T to offer free digital literacy training classes throughout 2024 to help bridge the technological divide for older adults. A series of seven initial courses is available this spring.