The two-time defending Little League Senior Softball World Series Champion Tri-County Thunder District 17 Softball team will begin their title defense with state tournament play on Monday, July 7, at Rice Field in Beardstown. The Thunder will take on Kaneland from District 13 and the first game is set for 2:00 p.m., with game two to follow at 4:00 p.m.
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Triopia High School will be among 460 high schools nationwide that will be participating in 2025 USA High School Clay Target League National Championship in Mason, Michigan from July 9 to July 13. Following check-in and practice on July 9 and 10, the team championship qualifier on July 11 will narrow the field down to the top 80 teams ahead of the July 11 championship.
By Jason Brockschmidt
Monday - Ham, macaroni & cheese casserole, peas, spinach salad with house dressing, fresh orange, dinner roll, milk Tuesday - BBQ pork chop on bun, baked beans, tossed salad with ranch dressing, pineapple, milk Wednesday - Chicken, broccoli & rice casserole, mixed vegetables, pears, dinner roll, milk Thursday - Vegetable beef soup, cheese stick, red-bean salad, banana, crackers, bread, milk Friday - Meatballs in brown sauce with pepper & onions, brown rice, peas, melon, dinner roll, milk Please call 217-323-1755 and leave a message if no answer for reservations. Reservations need to be made by noon on the day prior..
Americans celebrate Independence Day every July 4. The holiday has become synonymous with summer fun, as grand fireworks displays and backyard barbecues are integral components of many people's July 4 celebrations.
University of Illinois Springfield
Athletes from AADM Airborne Team took the competition floor at the United States Tumbling & Trampoline Association (USTA) National Championships in Rapid City, SD the week of June 16th-21st. Airborne team brought 64 qualifying events to the competition in tumbling, double mini, trampoline, and synchronized trampoline.
Summer is here, and when our furry friends are outdoors, it is important to remember that every season has its hazards.
The Alzheimer’s Support group will meet at 3 p.m. Sunday, July 13 Beardstown Health and Rehab (old hospital), 8306 St. Lukes Drive, Beardstown. Please enter through the front door.