Letters to Editor

Culbertson has new medical record system

Dear Editor,

    As I write this letter, the entire team at Culbertson Memorial Hospital is beginning to utilize our new Electronic Medical Record system, Oracle Health Community Works. On Sunday night we officially turned on the new system. In addition to the Culbertson personnel, a large team of consultants are on-site to ensure our conversion goes smoothly.

Creekside Boutique was officially opened last Friday with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Pictured above are (L-R) Mayor Randy McClure, Dustin Fritche, Cara Bell, Thad Walker, Sara Beth Fanning, Vickie Bell and Christa Stanbridge. Photo by JanetMartin

Virginia welcomes a new boutique

Virginia is proud to welcome another new business to the community. Creekside Boutique & Coffee Company held their grand opening on Friday the 27th. The business, located on the north side of the square, is owned by Sara Beth Fanning and will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday through Saturday.

Chandlerville Fire Department

Chandlerville Fire Department heads reinstated

It’s a mess!

   The article in last week’s Cass County Star-Gazette regarding the burning of an abandoned building in Chandlerville, had misinformation. according to Chandlerville Fire Chief Cory Simpson.

   Chief Simpson reported to this newspaper it was not an abandoned building that was burned. He also said that both he and Deputy Chief Tanner Force have been reinstated to their position.

Ashland Trunk or Treat

Wet, cold weather did not stop Ashland’s ghouls, goblins, dinosaurs, and superheroes from gathering Sunday afternoon at the Ashland fire house for popcorn, hot dogs, and sweets.                                             

moving truck

We are moved, finally!

Let’s face it; moving is stressful, but the benefits in  our new location definitely outshine the stress.

The Cass County Star-Gazette moved from 1210 Wall Street to its new location, 210A Washington Street, downtown Beardstown. We officially opened on Monday, Oct. 30.

Tigers Volleyball

Volleyball season ends for BHS

A young Beardstown volleyball team ended a rough season with an opening round loss in regional play. The Tigers lost to tourney host Macomb by scores of 25-5, 25-9.  The Bombers would knock off Monmouth-Roseville in the next round then take down defending state champion Quincy Notre Dame to claim the regional crown. 

Cross Country runners

Season Ends in Sectional for Tiger Cross Country

The Beardstown High School Girls’ Cross Country team ended a nice season last Saturday in the Sectional Meet at Elmwood.      The Tigers placed 18th as a team under some tough running conditions and will