RIDGE RUNNER CHRONICLES: Whatever Happened to Bernadine Dohrn?
By BILL HOAGLAND Who in the world is Bernadine Dohrn? That is the response you would probably get from anyone who is younger than 75 if you asked about Bernadine Dohrn.
Read MoreOUTDOOR TRUTHS: Life altering moments
As adults, we all can look back on our lives and find people or moments that will forever be etched into our memories. Some of them will not only forever be remembered, but they are the ones that changed the trajectory of our lives. It may be the death of a loved one, an illness,…
Read MoreROODHOUSE PD to get new service weapons
By Carmen Ensinger The Roodhouse Police Department will be getting new service pistols after the current models they carry have been deemed to be unsafe.
Read MoreWINCHESTER’S MUSIC in the Park begins 11th season
By Carmen Ensinger It is hard to believe, but it has been 11 years since an idea was born to provide free weekly entertainment during the summer on the Winchester Square, also known as Douglas Park.
Read MoreQUINCY MOBILE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM coming to Greenfield Library
By Carmen Ensinger The Greenfield Public Library is one of the most active libraries for children in the area. Last week they brought the popular Llama Llama for a visit and this coming Monday, June 15, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. the Quincy Children’s Museum’s Mobile Museum is coming for a visit.
Read MoreGreene County man sentenced to DOC for meth possession
By Carmen Ensinger Another drug user is off the streets in Greene County following a guilty plea in Greene County Circuit Court for drug possession.
Read MoreGreene County woman sentenced for violating parole
By Carmen Ensinger A Greene County woman will be spending some time in jail after violating her parole related to drug charges.
Read MoreGrafton Ferry moves over 3,000 vehicles in first month of operation
By Steven Spencer The City of Grafton heard an update at the May city council meeting regarding ferry traffic.
Read MoreLet’s Cook!
I enjoy using my grill, but being no GrillMaster, I tend to look for simple and easy ways to grill. Hamburgers, hot dogs and steaks are easy enough. But have you tried grilling ham steaks? It’s simple, so hard to mess up. Sometimes I grill the ham steak just as is–no seasoning or marinade. However,…
Read MoreTri-County Antique Club celebrating 35th Anniversary
The Tri-County Antique Club will be celebrating their 35th Anniversary by holding their annual Fund-Raising Event on August 22nd and 23rd. “Under the Windmill.” Located at 23946 State Highway 3. The Olden Days schedule of events consists of Threshing, Sawmilling, Tractor Pulls, Pedal Pulls, Garden Tractor Pulls, a Plowing Demonstration as well as a Parade…
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