Pet of the Week

Chester was born in April of 2022 and he came to the shelter on November 20, 2022. He is a loving boy who enjoys attention and is known for his big eyes.

Community Calendar

Guthrie Pierce VFW Post 1239 will host a gumbo and shrimp boil starting at 3:00 p.m.Saturday, June 21, at the VFW, 610 E. 4th Street, Beardstown. There is a small cost per person. All proceeds support the VFW

Activities for seniors with limited mobility

Physical activity is a valuable tool in the fight against chronic disease and other conditions. In fact, the Cleveland Clinic highlights physical activity among its nine ways to prevent disease in an effort to live a long and rewarding life.

Drip Irrigation in the Home Garden

As demand for water resources and concern for water conservation increase across the U.S, drip irrigation is becoming a popular method to reduce water bills and safeguard water resources. Drip irrigation is a method that enables water to gradually seep onto the soil surface or directly into the root zone through a system of pipes, valves, tubing, and emitters.

Adventure awaits, even close to home

It's not uncommon for individuals to think that the ultimate vacation adventure requires venturing far and wide. But there are plenty of exciting ways to get your thrills even if you don't stray too far from home.

Beardstown Nazarene to hold VBS

Beardstown Church of the Nazarene, 919 Jackson Street, will hold Road Trip, On the Go with God Vacation Bible School beginning Wednesday, June 18th through Friday, June 30th. Registration begins at 6:00 p.m.with the program running fom 6:30 p.m.

Cass-Morgan Farm Playday

The Cass-Morgan Farm Bureau Foundation “Playday” will be held at The Links Golf Course & Sportsman Club in Jacksonville on Monday, July 28.

Pony League Baseball roundup

The area Pony League Baseball season has begun with several local teams in action over the last couple of weeks. Fischer’s Mowing out of Beardstown is off to a 2-3 start on the season.