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Forest Advocates Applaud Durbin Proposal to Protect Key Areas of Illinois’ Shawnee National Forest
Illinois conservation organizations are applauding new legislation introduced Wednesday by U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) to provide increased protection to three of the largest uninterrupted areas of southern Illinois’ Shawnee National Forest. The proposal would establish the Camp Burke Branch, Camp Hutchins and Ripple Hollow Special Management Areas, protecting them from any commercial extraction activity…
Read MoreIllinois Soybean Association Elects New Board Leadership
The Illinois Soybean Association (ISA) elected new leadership during its annual public meeting on July 22 in Champaign, Ill. At the meeting, Bryan Severs was elected Chairman of ISA, replacing outgoing Chairman, Ron Kindred. Severs is a third-generation farmer in Vermillion County, where his family raises corn, soybeans and cattle. He has served as ISA’s…
Read MoreTwelve Promoted Through Helmkamp Construction’s New Field Leadership Structure
Helmkamp Construction Company is proud to announce a strategic enhancement to its operational leadership structure as General Superintendent Brandon Howard unveils a new superintendent framework designed to foster professional growth and success among field management. This updated structure reflects Helmkamp’s continued commitment to investing in its people and building clear pathways for career advancement. The…
Read MoreLet’s Cook! – August 7, 2025
A few years ago, I printed an easy to make lemonade recipe, and I’d like to share it again. This recipe came from Linda Nollau, who inherited the recipe from Esther Nollau who cooked for many years at a restaurant.
Read MoreRoodhouse considers bringing back Haunted Hayride
By Carmen Ensinger At a recent Roodhouse City Council meeting, the council discussed bringing back the Haunted Hayride at the Roodhouse Rez.
Read MoreGREENE: Greenfield Triennial Homecoming coming up this weekend Aug. 7-9
By Carmen Ensinger It only comes around every three years, but the three days of the Greenfield Triennial Homecoming bring more people to town than probably all the rest of the year.
Read MoreRoodhouse approves putting Resource Officer into NG schools
By Carmen Ensinger For several months, there have been talks between the Roodhouse Police Department and the North Greene School District about placing a School Resource Officer into the schools.
Read MoreHey, look at me!
Natalie Lawrence, clad in her life jacket and a fancy hat, waves at someone as she enjoys the coolness of the Carrollton Pool during the Boyd Hospital Summer Bash that was held Saturday at Fry Park. There was free swimming all day for everyone along with food and games. (Carmen Ensinger/Greene Prairie Press)
Read MoreCarrollton District renews health insurance plan
By Carmen Ensinger While most health insurance premiums are skyrocketing, Carrollton School District considers itself lucky in that they are only looking at a moderate increase next year.
Read MoreJr. Miss on ice
Who knew making a snow cone could be so much fun, but Carrollton Jr. Miss Harper Hoaglin seems to be getting a kick out of the snow cone machine as she helps to make one of hundreds of snow cones handed out during the Boyd Summer Bash held at Fry Park in Carrollton this past…
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