Wendi Hancock, 53 of Gillespie, died at St. Francis Hospital, Litchfield on Saturday, July 27, 2019. Wendi was born July 28, 1965, in New Orleans, LA. Wendi was a health care worker and enjoyed yard sales and shopping. Wendi is survived by stepfather, Milton Knapper; sisters, Lisha Coleman and Charlene “Blue” Washington; brothers, Nicholas Coleman […]
Gillespie Library launches school year activities
FRIENDS of the Gillespie Library are pleased to announce School Year Storytime for kids 3 years old to second grade will begin on Monday, September 9, 2019, at 6 pm featuring “Furry Foxes”. Stories, songs, a craft and a snack will be featured. Older students, third through sixth grade, are invited to participate in […]
Death of Louis M. Polovich
Louis M. Polovich, 89, of Benld, died at Heritage Health of Gillespie on Wednesday, August 28, 2019, at 2:38 p.m. He was born on March 28, 1930, in White City to George Polovich and Catherine (Valent) Polovich. Louis was a graduate of Mt Olive High School. He also received his bachelor’s degree from Illinois Wesleyan […]
Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation announces first “Same-Site” licenses for adult use cannabis
CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation announced Thursday the first “Same Site” adult use cannabis licenses, which will allow an existing medical cannabis dispensary to obtain an adult use dispensing license. This license will permit the dispensary to begin adult use cannabis sales at that location starting January 1, 2020, provided the […]
Hunting education a new option for local schools
Contributed article by the Illinois House Republicans. House Bill 3462, which was sponsored by State Representative Avery Bourne (R-Raymond), was recently signed into law. This measure aims to improve hunting and gun safety for students by allowing school districts to offer hunter safety courses in their daily curriculum or as part of an after school activity. “There are […]
Illinois State Police urge motorists to drive responsibly during Labor Day weekend
The Labor Day weekend signifies the end of the summer and one of the busiest driving periods of the year where millions of motorists are expected to hit the roadways nationwide. Illinois State Police (ISP) District 18, Commander Mark Gillock, is urging motorists to celebrate responsibly and make safety their number one priority. Troopers will […]
Rep Bourne’s Seizure Smart Act coming to schools
Contributed article by the Illinois House Republicans. A new law sponsored by State Representative Avery Bourne (R-Raymond), the Seizure Smart Act, will require a plan of action for students who live with epilepsy. “It’s important for educators to be able to recognize the signs and symptoms of seizures, and to know what to do if […]
HSHS St. Francis Foundation to host the Robinson Brothers Homecoming Concert II
LITCHFIELD— HSHS St. Francis Foundation will host the Robinson Brothers Homecoming Concert II on Sat., Oct. 5, 2019. The Robinson Brothers, Robby and Rex, two of central Illinois’ rock ‘n’ roll legends, return to their native Litchfield accompanied by an all-star band. The theme of the event is Our Hearts have always been in Litchfield. The […]
Death of Ronald Clinton Russell Smith
Ronald Clinton Russell Smith, 25, of Brighton, passed away on Friday, August 23, 2019. He was born on November 27, 1993, in Alton, the son of Ronald Smith Jr. and Nicole (Manahan) Smith. Ronnie worked for the City of Shipman in the maintenance department. He enjoyed deer hunting and loved spending time with his family. […]
Bee researcher John Marlin to visit Blackburn College
One of the nation’s top scientific researchers on bees and pollination will return to Blackburn College for a series of events on Monday, Sept. 23. Dr. John C. Marlin, who has published several ground-breaking studies on bee populations, will appear at a presentation for Blackburn campus and community members in the Auxiliary Dining Rooms in […]
Proposal to crack down on out-of-control PBMs signed into law
Contributed article by the Illinois Senate Democrats. SPRINGFIELD – A measure sponsored by State Senator Andy Manar (D-Bunker Hill) that would provide relief for independent, rural pharmacies was signed into law by Gov. JB Pritzker Friday. Pharmacy benefit managers, or PBMs, which negotiate drug prices on behalf of insurers, are currently using their position to drive […]
Mt. Olive Church to celebrate Honor Labor Sunday
Mount Olive First Baptist Church at 410 W 3rd North Street in Mount Olive will be celebrating “Honor Labor” Sunday on September 1 in the 9:30 am,10 am, 5 pm and 6 pm services. Everyone is welcome to wear their work uniforms and everyone is welcome in all services. In addition, the church will begin […]
Death of Elsie Louise Fuchs
Elsie Louise Fuchs, 93, of Sherman, formerly of Carlinville, passed away Saturday evening, August 24, 2019, at The Villas Senior Care Community in Sherman. Elsie was born on August 1, 1926, to Herman and Martha (Heitman) Viehland in Farmersville. She married Victor Fuchs on April 27, 1947, and later divorced in 1995. After graduating from […]
Sixth annual SamJam features Grammy-winning performer
Popular Music Festival Offers Brewfest with Over 50 Craft Beers CARLINVILLE – A popular music festival created to celebrate the medical challenges of a local resident will feature a Grammy-winning performer this year. The SamJam Music & Brewfest is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 21 from noon until midnight at the Macoupin County Fairgrounds just north […]
Free skin cancerscreening at HSHS St. Francis Hospital
HSHS St. Francis Hospital will sponsor a free skin cancer screening Wednesday, September 4, 2019, in conjunction with Dr. Adarsh A. Kumar, dermatologist. The free screenings will be offered from 2-5 p.m. They will be performed by Dr. Kumar in the auditorium at St. Francis. A limited number of openings are available. Call the HSHS […]
Manar calls to remove barrier to high school graduation
Contributed article by the Illinois Senate Democrats. SPRINGFIELD – The Senate Education Committee passed legislation Tuesday sponsored by State Sen. Andy Manar (D-Bunker Hill) that would remove barriers to graduation for some high school students. House Bill 2165 would remove the requirement that all students must complete an algebra II course in order to graduate high school. […]
Fall festival scheduled for September 28 in Benld
With attractions for people of all ages, the Coal Country Chamber of Commerce’s Fall Festival ushers in the autumn season from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 28, in Benld’s City Park. The CCCC Fall Festival is a last fling of the summer or first event of the fall where area families can get […]
Death of Norman Bauer Bowman
Norman Bauer Bowman, 83, passed away peacefully on Friday, Aug. 23, 2019, at his home, Prairie View Farm in Carlinville. He was born on April 8, 1936, to Kedral and Clara (Bauer) Bowman in Carlinville. He graduated with the class of 1954 at Greenfield High School. On Oct 20, 1956, he married Donna McCawley at […]
Death of Carol E. Schulmeister
Carol E. Schulmeister, 75 of Staunton, passed away peacefully at home with Pastor Mitteis and family by her side on Tuesday, August 20, 2019. She was born on March 15, 1944, in Litchfield, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Omer and Rosetta (Nieman) Striegel. She married Dean E. Schulmeister on January 11, 1964, […]
School board recognizes MPACT’D, puts proposed budget on public view
The Community Unit School District 7 Board of Education on Monday night recognized the recent accomplishments of MPACT’D, a group of high school students devoted to promoting safe driving habits, voted to place this year’s proposed budget on public view and briefly discussed results of a state-mandated “Five Essentials” survey to measure individual school’s readiness […]
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