The real issue

We knew from last week’s issue of this newspaper there would probably be someone upset with either the article or the editorial or both, and we were right.

Simple Faith

In today’s world, it is hard to trust in many things. Government institutions, politicians, and even many businesses have made themselves untrustworthy.

Three Wins for Lady Indian Softball

The Meredosia-Chambersburg-Triopia-Virginia Junior High softball team won its first three games last week before losing on Saturday bringing their season record to 4-2-1. The Lady Indians beat Camp Point 10 to 0, Griggsville-Perry 4 to 1 and AC Central 12 to 2 before falling 15 to 2 to Athens.

Lit up with love

I recently read a book called “Lit Up With Love” by Derwin Gray and it is a simple, but profound look at what sharing the Good News is all about. In the current state of the world that often feels overshadowed by uncertainty and darkness, the call to be “lit up with love” offers a transformative and enduring hope.

'Neighbor' event huge success

It was a magnificent day, full of fun and entertainment for everyone at the event, “I Am Your Neighbor” held Saturday, August 9 at the Roundhouse, 8th and Bay Streets in Beardstown. The event was sponsored by First United Methodist Church, Beardstown.

It's a hallelujah feeling!

It was a hot, fun, exciting and exhausting day last Saturday, August 9, at the Roundhouse. “I Am Your Neighbor” is now behind us but the memories will linger for a long time.

Lady Indians check every column

Three games into the season, the Meredosia-Chambersburg-Triopia-Virginia Junior High Softball Team has a mark in all three columns of the season record chart, picking up a win, a loss and a tie in the opening week of the season. The Lady Indians dropped a tough 5 to 4 decision to Beardstown, fought their way to a 4 to 4 tie against Rushville-Industry, then took down Greenfield 10 to 6.

Blazing start for Lady Tiger Softball

The Beardstown Junior High School softball team is off to a blazing hot start with a 6-0 record, including a fourth straight Augusta Tournament Championship. A walk-off win over Meredosia-Chambersburg-Triopia-Virginia was followed by a blow out win over Jacksonville.

Knous in Team Championship of Pitch, Hit & Run

Congratulations to Ava Knous of Beardstown on qualifying for the Team Championship of the Major League Baseball Pitch, Hit and Run Competition. She earned her spot in the Team Championship by winning the local competition held at Lakeview Recreation Center in Peoria.