Upcoming Services (Nov. 20)
TODAY (FRIDAY) • Becker, Janet L. (Bushnell). Memorial services 7 p.m. today at Airsman-Hires Funeral Home in Carrollton. Visitation 5-7 p.m. today at the funeral home. • Carson, Donna J. (Sunderland)....
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Battle of the Bubble Bubble Butts
Members of the Bubble Bubble Butts test out their bubble shields during a bubble soccer game at Illinois College Friday night. Teams of students tried to score a goal while trying to knock others down...
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Police Beat
Morgan County Jacksonville Police ARRESTS, CITATIONS • Mary E. Catalano, 46, of 1804 Bertman St. in Springfield was arrested about 12:30 a.m. Friday on charges of driving under the influence of alcohol...
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As cold arrives, natural gas prices slide a little lower
It’s mornings like this that make you want to nudge that thermostat up a notch. That should make this a little welcome news: Ameren Illinois customers can expect to see lower natural gas costs this...
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Photo: Back to class
State Sen. Sam McCann and Rep. C.D. Davidsmeyer visited Jacksonville High School on Thursday as part of the Two Rivers Students Services Committee meeting. The meeting includes counselors from nine...
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Police warn against ‘fatal four’ of holiday travel
Illinois State Police is urging motorists to drive safely this holiday season and avoid the “fatal four” moving violations: speeding, DUI, lack of seat belts and distracted driving. Traditionally, the...
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Clerk’s help rings up thanks from police
Penny Carl of Jacksonville doesn’t believe her efforts in helping police were anything extraordinary. Despite her humility, the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police has recognized Carl for assisting...
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Reader photo: Homeward bound
Jeff Ruzicka | Reader photo A blue jay picks up a leaf in its beak. The bird also collected twigs and grass as part of its afternoon gathering. .neFileBlock { margin-bottom: 20px; } .neFileBlock p {...
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Flu season brings reminder: Protect self, others
The weather outside might not be the only thing that’s frightful. Sneezes and coughs inside are signs flu season is on its way. The most recent report from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and...
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TODAY (SATURDAY) • Bourn, John Thomas “Tom.” Memorial service 11 a.m. today at First Christian Church in Jacksonville. The family will greet friends at 10 a.m., before the service. • Busby, Ruth Deane....
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Commentary: A day of history and destiny
In the 20th century, no day has brought as much change to Germany as Nov. 9, 1989. On that date 28 years ago, the big wall built around Berlin by its Communist rulers was opened when Gunther...
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Celebrating the thin blue line
More than 200 people attended the fourth annual Central Illinois Policeman’s Ball Saturday night at Hamilton’s. The event, which featured a presentation by retired homicide Detective Sgt. David Rivers...
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Crime Seen
Anyone with information about these or other crimes can call the appropriate Crimestoppers number. Callers can be anonymous; a reward of as much as $1,000 will be paid for information leading to an...
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Shelf Life
New at the Jacksonville Public Library: — ADULT FICTION “Best Boy” by Eli Gottlieb: Todd is an autistic man in his mid-50s who has lived in a residential facility for 40 years. Generally cheerful, he...
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Meredosia moves ahead on school renovation
The Meredosia school board agreed this week to proceed with the second phase of a major building renovation by seeking bids for the project. The second phase will cost an estimated $250,000, according...
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Reader photo: Braving the elements
Beverly Watkins | Reader photo A woodpecker battles against the wind and snow Saturday to get a meal from a feeder in Scottville. .neFileBlock { margin-bottom: 20px; } .neFileBlock p { margin: 0px 0px...
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Festival shares beauty, spirit of season
For at least one organizer, attendance at the Festival of Trees and Wreaths never ceases to amaze. “I have never seen so many people committed to an event like they are to the Festival of Trees,” said...
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Schools say salaries just part of appeal for teachers
Despite being listed by the group Reboot Illinois as having among the lowest starting salaries, several west-central Illinois school districts say they have benefits packages that still make them...
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From dusting to doozy, winter arrives
The first winter storm of the season left much of west-central Illinois dusted with snow Saturday, but had some people to the north firing up snowblowers and digging out their shovels with anywhere...
View ArticleUpcoming Services (Nov. 22)
TODAY (MONDAY) • Blankenship, Debra Lee (Greenwood). 10 a.m. today at the Kane Baptist Church. Visitation 2-6 p.m. Sunday at Crawford Funeral Home in Jerseyville. • Royer, Thomas August. 1 p.m. today...
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