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Honoring our veterans

Once again, the Cass County Star-Gazette will honor our veterans for Veterans Day in our November 9th issue. We have done this the last few years and each year, it grows a little more. We intend to grow it even more this year and that can only happen by the community, near and far. Veterans Day is November 11 and honors all of those who have served our country in war and peaee, dead or alive, although it’s largely intended to thank living veterans for their sacrifices. It’s a celebration to honor America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country and willingness to serve and sacrifice for our great country.

Ashland Fire Station

Fire district pursuing grant

Ashland Fire Chief Tyler Latham reported the fire district is pursuing a State Fire Marshall Grant. Latham said at last week’s meeting of the fire district board the grant is $26,000 for small equipment. He said the district might use the money to obtain firefighting monitors. The grant application is due by Dec. 15.

Trivia Too

Trivia Too – Sounds of the calliope

When I was 12 years old, I always became very excited when I heard the calliope.  The calliope is a musical instrument, and at that time, created music by the use of steam.  So the employees on the steamboats had to continually shovel the coal to maintain enough steam for the calliope.  The calliope music was so shrill that you could hear it miles below the river and miles above the river and you knew that the showboat was coming. 

Bits and pieces

Bits & Pieces – Celebrating another year ‘younger’

Eleven days ago I celebrated my birthday. Yes, friends, it’s great to be 78! There were no sirens, whistles, but there was a parade in “my” honor. Actually, it was the Fall Fun Festival parade. I just like sharing it with them.Every few years the festival falls on the 23rd and 24th of September. This was one of those years. The 23rd of September was also the birthday of my late husband, Chuck. Chuck and I always had a good time together and even more so on our birthdays.When our three kids were little, we used to tell them there was a parade uptown for our birthday.

Letters to Editor

Questioning changes in the nation

Any opinions expressed in Letters to Editors do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Cass County Star-Gazette. Dear Editor,I really wonder what the vietnamese interpreter told his superior what Biden was saying.I’m tired of woozy Republicans telling us how wrong Biden is about National Security, energy, the border and everything else. He’s mostly wrong when he allows handlers to easily overthrow their own country.

Looking Back – A nation based on law

“The government was set to protect man from criminals, and the Constitution was written to protect man from the government.” ~ Ayn RandFrom the founding of this republic, the United States has been a bold experiment as a nation of laws enacted by the representatives of her citizens.“A nation that will not enforce its laws has no claim to the respect and allegiance of its people.” ~ Ambrose BierceThis new century has seen both – a growing disregard for law and a decline in patriotism. Places like Chicago, San Francisco, Portland, Los Angeles, and New York are witnessing growing lawlessness. There are prosecutors have refused to prosecute criminals. Illinois has abolished cash bail which often is labeled “catch and release.” Police morale has declined. In fact, it has become increasingly difficult to find men and women who want to be officers of the law. This is what happens when police no longer believe government has their collective backs.

The Tim Thompson Family

Evangelist Thompson to be at Mt. Olive Baptist Church

Mt. Olive Baptist Church, Chandlerville, would like to invite everyone for Christ-centered preaching, spirit-filled music and Christian fellowship! 

Evangelist Tim Thompson will be at Mt. Olive Baptist Church, 28334 Oakford Rd., Chandlerville, on October 15-19, 2023; Sunday morning, 9:30; Sunday evening, 6 p.m.; Monday-Thursday 7 p.m. 

There will be special church music by the Henry family and  children’s church Monday through Thursday. 

Please call Pastor George Garnot, (217) 720-7403 for a ride or more information.

Bread of Love Menu for October 9- 13

Monday - Pork loin, mashed potatoes & gravy, creamed corn, dinner roll, peaches, Rice Krispie Treat, milk

Tuesday - Baked ham, scalloped potatoes, broccoli, dinner roll, apricots, milk 

Wednesday - Country fried steak, mashed potatoes & country gravy, stewed tomatoes, bread, pears, apple crisp, milk 

Thursday - Chicken & noodles, green beans, dinner roll, pineapple tidbits, milk

Friday - Fried fish & tartar sauce, cheesy rice, pickled beets, bread, mixed fruit, milk

Trivia Night #2 set this Saturday

It’s time for Trivia Night Round 2! The event will be held at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7 at the historic Grand Opera House, 123 State Street, Beardstown. 

The cost is $100 per team and there can be up to ten people per team. There will be nine rounds on various categories.

Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase and you can bring your own adult beverages.