Accompanied by his attorney, a city resident vowed to fight the City of Gillespie’s solar energy field project “as far as I can” during the city council’s regular monthly meeting Monday night. The council also agreed to complete an application to the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity for a $318,000 Community Development and Assistance […]
Gillespie Police Department wins Guns, Hoses and Lifesavers bowling tournament
Besserman Superbowl in Gillespie announced on Monday that the Gillespie Police Department was the 2019 champions of the third annual Guns, Hoses, and Lifesavers tournament held by the bowling alley on Saturday, September 7. A $250 check was awarded to the winners for a charity of their choice and they report they will be donating […]
Benld Library announces mobile drivers unit, road rules class, organ donor registration for Oct 1
Secretary of State Jesse White’s Mobile Drivers Unit and Rules of the Road Class and Organ Donor Registration will be at the Benld Public Library on Tuesday, October 1. The Rules of the Road Class will be held from 9 to 11 am. The course gives drivers especially seniors the knowledge and confidence to renew […]
Gillespie United Methodist Women to hold rummage sale Sept 20, Sept 21
The Gillespie United Methodist Women are having their Fall Rummage Sale on Friday, September 20, from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. and again on Saturday, September 21, from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Most items are priced at 50 cents but some will be priced higher. Saturday special prices include fill a bag (provided) for […]
Presentation by noted author Tom Emery on Sept. 15
Award-winning author, Tom Emery, will give an overview of the Corps, one of the hallmark New Deal programs of the Great Depression and considered one of the most successful government programs in American history, on Sunday, September 15 at the Litchfield Library Conference Room. The CCC put millions of young men to work and has […]
Car seat check event set for September 16
Every day in Illinois, thousands of parents and caregivers travel with children in their vehicles. While some children are buckled in properly in the correct car seats for their age and size, most are not, if they are buckled up at all. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 46 […]
Nomination petition packets for March 2020 primary available
While the 2020 Elections may seem far away, Macoupin County residents who are thinking of running for office in 2020 are in the process of circulating nomination petitions now. Macoupin County Clerk Pete Duncan said recently that Sept. 3 was the first day potential candidates can pick up petitions at the County Clerk’s office in […]
Fall Festival in Eagarville set for October 5
A Fall Festival will be held at Tony’s Park in Eagarville on Saturday, October 5, from 10 am to 4 pm. This family-friendly event will have fun for all ages with a focus on family fun and food. Game will be available for participation at no charge. There will be fall-themed games for children of […]
Gillespie to honor Dobrino, 100 years of organization on Sept. 20
Gillespie High School is set to honor Coach Don “Duke” Dobrino and 100 years of Gillespie Football on Friday, September 20 when the Miners face off against Southwestern. Festivities start at halftime with a field dedication ceremony in honor of Coach Dobrino. All former players and coaches in attendance will be invited to the field […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Company announces closure of four Illinois coal-burning power plants
Vistra Energy announced Wednesday it is closing its coal-burning power plants in Canton, Havana, Hennepin and Coffeen causing nearly 300 people to lose their jobs. The company blamed the retirement of the four power plants on the new revisions to the Multi-Pollutant Standard Rule introduced by the Illinois Pollution Control Board saying the closure of the […]
Manar holds road naming ceremony for fallen Vietnam veteran
SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Andy Manar gathered with community members, veterans groups and the family and friends of Marine Lance Cpl. Charles Heinemeier in Bunker Hill today for a road naming ceremony in honor of the Vietnam veteran. Earlier this spring, the Illinois General Assembly adopted Manar’s Senate Joint Resolution 9, which designates a stretch […]
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