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By Editor | February 3, 2026 |

Just listened to St. Louis Meteorologist who remarked that today, Feb. 2 is the first time in 11 days that we finally got above freezing. I know the past week temperatures were anywhere from 17* to 25 for our daytime highs and morning lows in the single digits. It will be interesting to find out what the groundhog reports today.
Little Leo Timmerwilke celebrated his 3rd birthday on Saturday with his parents Scott and Ashley Timmerwilke of St. Louis hosting a dinner and party for him. The theme of the decorations and his cake was Curious George. Leo is the grandson of Elaine and Lee Mans of Golden Eagle and great grandson of Roy and Barb Hagen of Brussels. Also spending the afternoon with Leo and his parents were Judy and Kenny Devening, Dave and Kara Hagen and Jan and Derrick Bick and their families.
Congratulations to Zach Hardin who was recently appointed as Sheriff of Calhoun County. The Calhoun County Commissioners held a special meeting on January 23 to approve Zach Hardin as Sheriff of Calhoun County. Judge Charles Burch administered the Oath of Office. Sheriff Hardin has filled the vacancy left by the retirement of former Sheriff Bill Heffington. Zach joined the department in 2018, then promoted to Sergeant in 2022, then named Chief Deputy in 2024. Earlier last August 2025 he announced his candidacy for Sheriff in the upcoming election. Both Judge Burch and the Commissioners expressed their support for him and their confidence in his ability to do an excellent job as Sheriff of Calhoun County.
Larry and Barb Pohlman and their family plus additional Pohlman members held a belated Christmas get together on Saturday, January 17 at the home of their son Bart and wife Chris Pohlman in Dow. In attendance. besides those already mentioned, were Brett and Sue Pohlman, Bruce and Melinda Pohlman, Molly Pohlman, Drake and Elani Pohlman and children Dean and Adalynn, Damian and Courtney Pohlman, Steve and Suzanne Pohlman, Fred and Julie Pohlman and Bruce and Connie Sievers. Everyone enjoyed the delicious meal and day together.
Bernie and Gloria Snyders would like to thank the ambulance EMT’s, Med Evac helicopter service, Rev. Roberts and their family and friends. Bernie was airlifted to Missouri Baptist Hospital on Monday where he underwent lots of tests and received treatment before being dismissed on Thursday evening. He is now back home resting and Gloria attending to him. Praying for you Bernie for a speedy recovery.
Recently I saw where Brussels Community School, District 42 had shared how incredibly proud they were to share that their students and one of their outstanding staff members, namely Chad Brodbeck, were featured on the Illinois State Board of Education CTE webpage. They gave a huge shout-out and heartfelt thank you to Kerry Lorton, Director of CTE, for submitting an article to the Illinois State Board of Education for helping to showcase the incredible work happening in the Brussels classrooms. They were also grateful to the Illinois State Board of Education for recognizing the Brussels students and staff and the powerful impact of Career and Technical Education. This just goes to show why the teachers do this work and why they invest in students to make a difference.
Sounds like the Brussels Legion Hall will be busy the next several weekends. This Saturday the Girl Scouts hosting the Father-Daughter dinner and dance. Other events include BCHS Junior Class Trivia Night and then St. Mary’s School Benefit the weekend of February 20 and 21.
Birthday Blessings this week to Ava Tepen, Keith Pohlman, Zara Miller, Tom Pohlman, Pat Hurley, Erna Halemeyer, Austin Friedel, Tyler Kinder, Yvonne Mossman, Elaine Snyders, Joy Hurley, Colby Clark, Marge Tepen, Elise Eschbach, Gwen Burch and all others celebrating their natal day at this time.
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PRAYER for
FEBRUARY
Dear Lord, we focus our mind on new beginnings, guidance, love and blessings for this new month. We ask for strength and peace and trust You for our daily needs, walking in faith and spiritual growth. This month is known for love, warmth and renewal. We stand in faith, knowing that Your promises are true and that You are with us every step of the way. In Jesus’ glorious name we pray, Amen