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Griggsville News

Flag Day is June 14 – this Sunday. Flag Day is celebrated to commemorate the Second Continental Congress’ adoption of the American flag’s design in 1777. The day was officially established by President Woodrow Wilson in 1916 and signed into law by President Harry Truman in 1949. Since its inception in 1777, the flag has…

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Kampsville News

A great time was had by all that attended St. Anslem’s game night Saturday evening. In addition to fun, the food was awesome and the desserts even better. Thank you to everyone that came out to help show your support.

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Batchtown News

The Batchtown Woman’s Club met Tuesday evening at the home of President Jean Tepen. The members present were, Jean Tepen, Karen Friedel, Elaine Titus Barb Margherio, Marilyn Klockenkemper, Sharon Friedel, and Marcy Klockenkemper. Once again, the Batchtown Woman’s Club is having a Game Day on August 23, to raise money for several activities in our…

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Point News

After a nice weekend it appears that in the coming week, we will be in the low to mid-90’s with heat index 103 to 105. Air conditioners and fans will be busy from here on out. We could use a good shower of rain for the gardens, crops and even the yards, if all goes…

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What’s Happening… In and Around the Area!

Thursday, June 11 Grafton’s Music in the Park at Grove Memorial Park from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Every Thursday this summer. Friday, June 12 Field Day Fridays at the Audubon Center from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, June 13 Edwardsville Route 66 Festival Thursday, June 18 Historic Elsah Foundation’s Hosmer-Williams Lecture Series featuring…

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Calhoun Council for Senior News

By Beverly Mosbarger Senior Center Hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Phone: 618-576-9567 Email: [email protected] JUNE EVENTS Calhoun County Swimming Pool is now open to the public June 11 – The Price is Right sponsored by Evercare of Calhoun 11:45 a.m. June 14 – Flag Day June 21 – Father’s Day…

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Pickings from Pike’s Past

100 YEARS AGO: PITTSFIELD TO HAVE ELECTRIC STREET LIGHTS ALL NIGHT FOR FIRST TIME 150 Years Ago June 8, 1876 Candidates still love the people and are earnestly seeking their welfare.

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