Triopia Cheerleaders excel at camp

The Triopia-Virginia-Meredosia Cheerleading squad recently completed an outstanding week of work at the National Cheerleaders Association Camp at Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville.

Common tomato diseases and how to manage them

Tomatoes are one of the most commonly grown vegetables in home gardens. While tomatoes are relatively easy to grow, there are a few diseases you should keep your eye out for.

Pet of the Week

Moon was born in June of 2019 and came to the shelter on August 18, 2024. She is a very affectionate girl who loves to lay on people whenever she gets the chance.

Bell takes on new challenge

Beardstown is lucky to have a very energetic, people-oriented Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce and C.O.N.N.E.C.T. named Crystal Bell at the helm.

Lutheran church hosts arts camp

First Evangelical Lutheran Church, 301 W. 4th Street, Beardstown, will hold a Music and Worship Arts Camp 2025 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on August 5-8th at the church.

Community Calendar

The Alzheimer’s Support group will meet at 3 p.m. Sunday, August 10 Beardstown Health and Rehab (old hospital), 8306 St. Lukes Drive, Beardstown. Please enter through the front door.

August is National Wellness Month

August is National Wellness Month, a time dedicated to taking care of yourself in all dimensions of well-being. Employers can offer unique opportunities to inspire small, daily changes to lead to long-term health benefits for employees.