2023

Gracelyn Dame & Mackenzie McClure, A-C Central Students of the month for December 2023.

A-C Central Students of the Month

Our 8th grade Student of the month for December is Gracelyn Dame. Gracelyn (left) is the daughter of Brad and Kosha Dame. Gracelyn is described by her teachers as kind and considerate, organized, responsible, and a role model to others.

Year in review 2023

Looking back at some of the highlights of 2023

Another year has come and gone, and it is time to look back at some of the major stories that filled the front pages of the Cass County Star-Gazette. Complete articles and all your local news from the past year can be found anytime on our website www.beardstownnewspapers.com.

Ashland Trunk or Treat

Wet, cold weather did not stop Ashland’s ghouls, goblins, dinosaurs, and superheroes from gathering Sunday afternoon at the Ashland fire house for popcorn, hot dogs, and sweets.                                             

Bread of Love – October 23-27 

Monday - Pork tenderloin on bun, macaroni salad, broccoli, mandarin oranges, dill pickles,  milk. Tuesday - Tuna noodle casserole, carrots, bread, peaches, Rice Krispie Treat, milk 

Chandlerville Burgoo 2023 Logo

Chandlerville Burgoo Schedule

THURSDAY, AUG. 24TH 5:00PM ………..Pork chop/Ribeye Sandwich Stand Opens Sign-Up for Bags Tournament Kinner Carnival Games • Carnival Opens 5:30PM……………………………………………….Bags Tournament Bingo 6:00PM……………………………………Sign-Up for Baby… Login to continue reading Login…

Five vehicles were involved in an early morning crash at the bridge on Route 67 between Beardstown and Schuyler County.

Five vehicle crash at the bridge on Route 67

According to Illinois State Police (ISP) Troop 6 press release, five vehicles were damaged in the 6:24 a.m. crash on Saturday, March 4. The crashes… Login to continue reading Login…

Roy Roberts, center , celebrates his 101st birthday with  two of his great-grandchildren, Leo, left, and Avery Cardinal at Blair house in Normal.

Star-Gazette columnist celebrates 101st birthday

By Jaime Chapman Roy C. Roberts celebrated his 101th birthday on February 1, 2023. Roy was born and lived most of his life in Beardstown.… Login to continue reading Login…

Vera Talkemeyer

Vera Talkemeyer to celebrate 100 years

Longtime Arenzville resident Vera Imogene Talkemeyer will celebrate her 100th birthday on Wednesday, February 1. She was born near Beardstown, the first of three children… Login to continue reading Login…