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New show barn coming to Scott County Fairgrounds
By BETH ZUMWALT A new show barn, replacing a 1960 building is being constructed on the Scott County Fairgrounds in Winchester.
Read MoreWhite Hall purchasing squad cars
By Carmen Ensinger White Hall City Council approved the purchase of two used squad vehicles for the police department at the April 14 city council meeting.
Read MoreWhite Hall increases sewer rates
By Carmen Ensinger White Hall sewer customers will see a big increase on their next sewer bill as the White Hall City Council passed a rather sizeable increase at the April 14 council meeting in an effort to lessen a monthly loss that has reached over $13,500 a month.
Read MoreLet’s Cook!
I have the perfect springtime pie recipe for you. If you love lemon desserts such as Lemon Meringue pie, you will like this recipe, and it’s easier to make than Lemon Meringue Pie.
Read MorePittsfield Class of 1963 reunion
The Pittsfield High School class of 1963 will have their 63rd reunion with a meal at the Wattsup Café in Nebo at 5 p.m. Friday, May 1, and a gathering at the Cardinal Inn in Pittsfield Saturday, May 2, at 10 a.m. and also a breakfast at the Cardinal Inn Sunday morning at whatever time…
Read MoreYouth Leadership Academy builds confidence, skills, and community connections
University of Illinois Extension successfully concluded its 2025–2026 Youth Leadership Academy (YLA), a multi-session leadership development program designed to prepare high school youth for future leadership roles in their schools, careers, and communities.
Read MoreStorm this past Friday afternoon leaves mark on Pike County
By BETH ZUMWALT A late afternoon storm passed through Pike County Friday, April 17 causing a line of destruction from Pleasant Hill through to Griggsville. Although there are unconfirmed sightings of a tornado, other believe it was winds in excess of 70 m.p.h that caused the damage.
Read MoreHeneghan and Associates, Inc. awards scholarships to graduating high school seniors
Heneghan and Associates, Inc. (HA) has awarded five $1,000 scholarships to graduating high school seniors as part of its annual program. The recipients were selected from more than 60 applicants across the firm’s service areas. “We are proud to recognize these talented students for their hard work, dedication and commitment to their communities,” said HA…
Read MoreThe Jersey County CEO Trade Show this weekend
Jersey County CEO Trade Show this Sunday, April 26, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Farm and Home Supply in Jerseyville.
Read MoreDavidsmeyer passes HB 5446 to help rural ambulance services
Legislation sponsored by State Representative C.D. Davidsmeyer (R-Murrayville) to help rural ambulance services meet staffing requirements has been passed by the Illinois House. House Bill 5446 extends eligibility for an alternative staffing model to vehicle service providers that serve rural or semi-rural communities and are made up of volunteers, paid-on-call, or part-time employees. Currently, the…
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