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Wrapping up the week in the BenGil area with pictures!

Week of October 28

 

Mrs. Scheller stands next to her car to hand out treats during the First Christian Church Trunk or Treat. Over 50 kids participated.

Members of the Gillespie High School Choir who competed at All District at Western Illinois University pose for a picture. (By Jennifer Henrichs)

Amanda Schmidt, 8th grader at Gillespie Middle School, earned a perfect score on the math portion of the ISAT testing held last year. Schmidt was honored by the school with a certificate and public recognition.

Youngsters lined up to get their face painted at the Gillespie Methodist Trunk or Treat held last Sunday.

Participants in the first annual GloRun by Ageless bundled up and endured the cold weather to support the school district. Over 65 runners competed in the races.

Education Station celebrated Halloween last week as well and let schoolers dress up as they wished. The PreSchool had a Halloween party and took a stroll around town to show off their costumers.

A group of scary individuals pose for a quick picture before heading inside Gillespie Methodist Church’s Trunk or Treat. The event attracted more than 60 children.

The Coal Country Chamber of Commerce welcomed new member and new owners of Toni’s Restaurant and Pizzeria, Mr. and Mrs. Asani at their restaurant in Benld. Pictured are (standing left to right): Greg Craine, Financial Advisor of 1st BancFinancial/FNB; Rory Makler, Senior Vice President of FNB Staunton; Gretchen Cline, waitress; Kathy and Dave Kirkwood; Barbara Kirkwood, waitress; Chris Harbaugh; Sofe Asani, wife; Sam Asani, Owner; Tina Anglin, waitresss; Robert and Terri Kinder; and Dione Rabida, President of CCCC and Branch Manager of FNB/Benld Banking Center.

Halloweeners take to the street during Gillespie’s Halloween Parade held Wednesday evening. Over 75 kids went through the Civic Center to be judged on their costumes.

 

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LLCC announces spring 2025 President’s and Vice President’s lists

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SPRINGFIELD — Lincoln Land Community College has announced its full-time and part-time President’s and Vice President’s lists for the spring 2025 semester. Part-time students are enrolled in six to 11 credit hours while full-time students are enrolled in 12 or more credit hours.

Students who earned a 4.0 grade point average (GPA) are noted with an asterisk and earned President’s list honors. Students who earned between a GPA of 3.5-3.99 earned Vice President’s list honors. The excerpt below features Macoupin County students.

FULL-TIME STUDENTS

Bunker Hill – Logan R. Helling

Carlinville – Reid P. Evans*, Brody M. Reif

Gillespie – Maris E. Brill, Austin L. Grace*

Girard – Max Allen*, Katie Angulo*, Mick B. Downs*, Josh Hagerman, Reed Lewis, Michael S. Prose*

Mount Olive – Jakobb E. Brown*, Georgia G. Kampwerth

Palmyra – Alexis R. Bowman*

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Staunton – Paige N. Horstmeyer*, Michael J. Matesa*, Lauren R. Mathis, Brandon Mo

Virden – Zorah E. Austin*, Michaeh N. Barnhouse*, Maddie Carver, Jackson R. Pierce*, Morgan C. Snell*, Grant M. Strickler, Courtney N. Ulinski*

PART-TIME STUDENTS

Benld – Christopher Young*

Carlinville – Alex C. Nance*, Jerry D. Nance Jr.*

Gillespie – Jessica L. Tiek*

Girard – Lindsey J. Ferguson*, Jackson R. Henke*, Natalie Moriconi*

Mount Olive – Kara A. Harmon*, Justin D. O’Neill*, Hayden Wylder*

Virden – Candace L. Carlile*, Lillian M. Carlile*, Natalie M. Little*, Josie P. Patterson, Luciano Pierce*

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2:18 Missions Team to host fundraiser cookout at Randy’s on June 21

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The 2:18 Missions Team, a dedicated local outreach group based in Gillespie, is excited to announce its upcoming cookout fundraiser to support its community initiatives. The event will take place on Saturday, June 21st, at Randy’s Market in Benld.

From approximately 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., community members are invited to enjoy delicious homemade food while supporting a worthy cause. The menu will feature pork chops, pork burgers, hot dogs, and refreshing water — perfect for a summer day of good food and fellowship.

“All proceeds from this event will go directly toward our mission efforts to serve and uplift our community,” said a spokesperson for 2:18 Missions Team. “We’re grateful for the support of our neighbors and look forward to seeing everyone there!”

Come out to Randy’s Market in Benld on June 21st to enjoy a tasty meal, support local endeavors, and connect with others in the community.

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Organizers announce protest in Carlinville on Saturday

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Protestors at a Macoupin County board meeting (archived photo/TheBenGilPost.com)

CARLINVILLE, IL – On June 14th, concerned citizens are invited to join a coalition of grassroots organizations to nonviolently protest in front of the Macoupin County Courthouse at 201 E. Main St. in Carlinville, IL, from 2:00pm – 4:00pm. This protest is one of over 1,400 protests taking place nationwide with millions of participants as part of the NO KINGS National Day of Action and mass mobilization in response to the increasing authoritarian excesses and corruption of the Trump administration.

Trump’s unconstitutional actions include suppressing free speech, detaining people for their political positions, deporting American citizens, defying the courts, and much more – all while enriching himself and his billionaire allies.

“Now Donald Trump is planning a military parade in Washington, D.C. on June 14th. This display of might is intended to intimidate opponents and solidify his image as a strongman, while paying for it with taxpayer dollars.”, said Kelley Hatlee, a volunteer organizer with the Macoupin County 50501and Indivisible movements. “Instead of allowing this military parade to be the center of attention, the NO KINGS nationwide protests make action everywhere else the story of America on June 14th: people coming together in communities across the country to reject strongman politics and corruption.”, said Hatlee.

“We’re showing up together as neighbors, friends, and fellow community members to say NO to authoritarianism and yes to a government that serves everyone,” said Chelsa Pruden, a volunteer organizer with Macoupin PRIDE and Macoupin County 50501 and Indivisible. “We’re tired of watching powerful people trample our rights and our voices. This protest is about reminding everyone, especially those in power, that real strength comes from the people.”

Participants are encouraged to make protest signs that convey their personal messages. Packaged, nonperishable food items will be accepted for donation to local food pantries to help low-income families who will be hit hardest by Trump’s policies.

The NO KINGS protest in Carlinville is organized by a volunteer coalition of the Macoupin PRIDE and the Macoupin County 50501 and Indivisible grassroots movements. The coalition has created a Facebook page titled “Macoupin County 50501 and Indivisible” for concerned citizens to follow.

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