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North Greene sees drastic reduction in absenteeism
By Carmen Ensinger North Greene School Board meetings startare begun with school principals giving the highlights from their buildings on everything from highlights from notable sporting events to academic achievements.
Read MoreGreenfield School District puts students first
By Carmen Ensinger For several months, the Greenfield School District has been looking at ways to cut costs because money has become tight, but when it came down to students spending an inordinate amount of time on the bus to get to school, they chose to put the students’ needs first and not reduce the…
Read MoreCarrollton HS to get new doors
By Carmen Ensinger Classrooms at the Carrollton High School will be getting new doors at the start of the 2026-27 school year after an addendum was approved at the May meeting to the Health Life Safety amendment approved by the Illinois State Board of Education at a previous meeting.
Read More2026 Agriculture scholars celebrated at luncheon
The class of 2026 Farm Credit agriculture scholars was recognized during a scholarship luncheon at Carriage House Event Center in Altamont Thursday, May 21. A total of $75,000 of scholarships were awarded to 30 high school seniors. Each scholar receives $2,500 from FCI to pursue a degree within the field of agriculture. 25 of the…
Read MoreCrime Stoppers Bertha Schulte Memorial Scholarship
Klaas announced recipient of 2026 Lovis Hearo Award
The Lovis Foundation is pleased to announce Hannah Klaas as a recipient of the 2026 Lovis Hero Award, recognizing her unwavering commitment to pursuing her personal best and inspiring others to do the same. Hannah’s superpower is her remarkable resilience and determination—qualities she brings to every academic, social, and community endeavor.
Read MoreSt. Francis Holy Ghost students making a difference in their community
The 7th and 8th grade students at St. Francis Holy Ghost School have proven that young people can make an extraordinary difference in their community. Through more than 15 creative and entrepreneurial projects completed throughout the school year, students collectively raised an incredible $21,676 to support women, babies, and families across the region.
Read MoreFriedel Ward Receives Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Degree
Makayla Friedel Ward, daughter of Neal and Charlene Friedel of Golden Eagle, Illinois, graduated from the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree in May 2026. The college is one of only 35 accredited veterinary schools in the United States. Dr. Friedel Ward and her fellow graduates in…
Read MorePikeland school board addresses personnel matters
By BETH ZUMWALT The Pikeland Unit 10 school board handled many personnel matters at the May 20 meeting.
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