Brandon Hager

OSHA violations at the BFD; Acting Fire Chief Hager resigns

Mayor Tim Harris announced at Beardstown City Council meeting Tuesday night he had received notification from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) that there were some violations at the Beardstown Fire Department. At this time, the mayor and the fire department will have to discuss the issues and determine a plan of action to correct the issues that were targeted.

Robeson retires after thirty plus years of service

At the Beardstown City Council meeting Tuesday nighy, Mayor Tim Harris announced the retirement of Randy Robeson from the Beardstown Fire/Ambulance Service. Robeson has been with the department for over thirty years.