Let’s Cook!
Last Week’s Recipe This week I have an awesome sounding recipe that comes from Linda Overbeck of Alhambra, Illinois. She sent me this recipe, and I got hungry just reading through it. Plus the name of this recipe is a fun one!
Read MoreLinda Lee Mahlandt | 80 | Collinsville
Linda Lee Mahlandt, 80, of Collinsville, IL, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at Missouri Baptist Hospital in St. Louis, MO. She was born on Sept. 6, 1945, in Hamburg, IL, to the late Loami and Eva (Hunter) Booth. On June 6, 1986, she married the love of her life, Joseph Nicholas “Nick”…
Read MoreLeta Schwallenstecker | 98 | Hamburg
Leta (Sevier) Schwallenstecker, 98, of Hamburg, passed away on July 1, 2024, in Jerseyville, IL. Leta was born April 14, 1928, to William and Ione (Crader) Sevier in Hamburg. In 1946 she married the love of her life, Eddie Schwallenstecker. They enjoyed 65 years of married life. He spent 27 years in the U.S.A.F. they…
Read MoreUnCommon Farms and First Financial Bank announce strategic partnership to connect progressive farm operations with specialized agricultural Lending
Partnership gives UnCommon Farms members preferred access to First Financial Bank’s Farm & Ranch lending expertise, financial advisory resources, and specialized agricultural financing solutions. UnCommon Farms, a nationwide network of progressive farm businesses and agricultural business experts, announced a strategic partnership with First Financial Bank, a nationally recognized agricultural lender and FSA Preferred Lender in…
Read MoreRep. Davidsmeyer announces “America 250” Photo Contest
State Representative C.D. Davidsmeyer (R-Murrayville) is inviting aspiring photographers in the 100th District to participate in his “America 250” Photo Contest to update the decor in his Capitol office in Springfield. “On July 4, 2026, our nation will mark an extraordinary milestone: 250 years since the founding of the United States of America,” Rep. Davidsmeyer…
Read MoreFarm Credit honors young & beginning farmers
Three young farmers from central and southern Illinois were named FreshRoots Directors Cup honorees by Farm Credit Illinois: Brandon Cummins of Brookport, Bryce Brockelsby of Edinburg, and Thomas Perkins of Effingham. The Directors Cup presented by the cooperative’s board of directors celebrates young and beginning farmers committed to continuous learning and intentional living for a…
Read MoreBarrow Baptist Church news
Hello from Pastor Mancel Day and Barrow Baptist Church. Our service times are 9:30 a.m. Sunday school, followed by 10:30 a.m. morning worship. Everyone is invited to either or both services and we are handicap accessible.
Read MoreGreene County police and traffic
The following police reports were filed between June 26 and July 01, 2026. These reports are public information and are obtained from the Greene County Circuit Clerk’s office. All individuals have been arrested and charged, or cited in the case of traffic violations. All are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
Read MorePike County Court
CIVIL CASES FILED Tammy Marie Horne vs. Jordan Nathaniel Horne, dissolution w/child, 6-22-26.
Read MoreJersey County Dispositions
Felonies Olivia L. Beightel, dob 6-11-1993, was found guilty on a charge of theft/unauthorized control less than $500, 18 month condition discharge, $300 fine; a charge of receive/possess/sell stolen vehicle was amended/reduced.
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