ASCEND WELLNESS employees on strike since June 25
By BETH ZUMWALT More than 300 employees of Ascend Wellness, a marijuana plant in Barry, walked off the job last week, citing unfair labor practices, low wages and unaffordable health insurance. The workers are members of Teamsters Local Union 916. The employees unionized about a year ago.
Read MoreCARROLLTON SCHOOL BOARD Board President resigns
By Carmen Ensinger Carrollton School Board members accepted the resignation of its President at the June 21 regular school board meeting.
Read MoreWhite Hall’s 87th Annual Homecoming Celebration
It was a wild weekend in White Hall for the 87th Annual Homecoming Celebration and while Mother Nature showed her temper, at times, she did let the major events happen without a tantrum. The weather was clear for the 3 on 3 basketball tournament Thursday morning and the pageant that night. Friday, while it rained…
Read MoreTwo Rivers Family Fishing Fair thanks sponsors for successful year
By Steven Spencer After a successful day of helping to get kids hooked on fishing, the Two Rivers Family Fishing Fair thanked their sponsors for making their 37th annual event possible.
Read MoreCity Hall gets once over from USDA
By BETH ZUMWALT Jesus Ortega, Director of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development office in Illinois, visited Pittsfield City Hall this week to tour the city’s newly expanded facility and learn more about its recently completed business incubator space.
Read MorePike County Historical Society Essay Winner
Calhoun Warriors test speed and agility
Calhoun High 2025 graduate Conner Longnecker hosted Speed and Agility Training 3 week camp at Calhoun High School for 5th through 8th grade athletes for Calhoun and surrounding schools. Conner designed the camp to help pass on what he’s learned at a college level. Conner plays football for Quincy University. “I want to promote young…
Read MoreCalhoun 10U Warriors Win Father’s Day Tournament
Illinois vs. Missouri all-star game announces rosters
By BETH ZUMWALT Event organizers Kevin Peters and Aaron Peters have announced the rosters for the 2026 Missouri vs. Illinois All-Star Baseball Game,
Read MoreGrafton Launches “Every Home, One Flag” Patriotic Challenge Ahead of Independence Day
What if every home in Grafton proudly displayed the American flag? That simple yet powerful question sparked a new community initiative designed to unite the city in a visible celebration of patriotism ahead of Independence Day. The idea began with Grafton resident Michael Goetten, inspired by conversations with his daughters, Dylan and Audrey. Wondering just…
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