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by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — Almost every family has special recipes handed down from generation to generation, from Grandma’s Thanksgiving sweet potatoes to Aunt Betty’s Christmas green bean casserole. And sometimes, someone tweaks the recipe – a not-always-welcome modification.     (Above) Niki Davis (left to right), Stephanie Rhodes and Benjy Jeffords producing an

CHESTER – Memorial Hospital is proud to recognize Haley Fulmer, ORT, for her recent graduation and outstanding performance as a valued member of the perioperative team.     Haley joined Memorial Hospital in March 2026 and recently graduated from the Surgical Technologist program at John A. Logan College on May 16, 2026, earning her Associate

CHESTER – The Chester Chamber of Commerce held its annual awards event Friday evening at the Chester Country Club. A large appetizer buffet was served by Kathy Brown, club manager. President Chris Koeneman presided over the event.   Chamber Board Director Chris Blechle presented the 2026 Citizen of the Year award to long time Chester

CHESTER – Chester High School had its 2026 Honors Night on Wednesday evening, May 13.   Three Sharp Scholarships, provided by Prof. James Franklin Sharp were presented to graduating seniors in the CHS Class of 2026.     At the far left of the photo is Jeremy Blechle, Principal of CHS, who presented the  Sharp

CHESTER – Memorial Community Pharmacy is proud to partner with the Randolph County Health Department to expand access to a vital public health initiative offering free sharps containers and safe disposal services to Randolph County residents.     Constantine Charalab, Health Educator and Public Information Officer for the Randolph County Health Department and Amy Kloos,