Pet of the Week
Travis was born on October 15, 2023. He is a sweet boy who loves to play. He is very affectionate and energetic. Travis is a very curious boy who likes...
Free colon cancer test kits available at regional drive-thru events
Free take-home screening tests for colon cancer will be distributed at several upcoming drive-thru events in Decatur, Jacksonville, Lincoln, Springfield...
LLCC-Jacksonville to host Workforce Institute Showcase
Lincoln Land Community College Jacksonville invites prospective students and their families to an evening of exploration on March 19, 2025, from 2 to 7...
Bits & Pieces – Winter and my stupidity
Well, I guess that old pesky groundhog, Punxsutawney Phil is going to be in his 39% accuracy when it comes to predicting more winter. He saw his shadow...
BJHS Volleyball place 1st in Virginia Tournament
Congratulations to the Beardstown Eighth Grade Volleyball team and coaches on their first-place finish at the Virginia Tournament. | Congratulations to...
Love is not always easy
Lots of smiles, tears, jeers, anger, love, pride, so many different emotions after the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl...
Triopia students raise money for Salvation Army
Each year Triopia Grade School students collect money to donate to a local organization. This year the students collected $1,204.84 for the Jacksonville...
WIU offers Youth Camp
The 2025 summer day camp schedule for Western Illinois Youth Camp has been announced by Camp Directors Drew Comstock and Tanell Meado. Day camps will be...
LLCC Campus Visit Day
Prospective students interested in starting or restarting college or training for a new career are invited to visit Lincoln Land Community College for a...
February Is National Library Lover’s Month
Local libraries are invaluable resources for residents, including students and their families. The value of libraries has been recognized for far longer...