AMES, Iowa – More than 11,200 Iowa State University students have been recognized for outstanding academic achievement by being named to the 2026 spring semester Dean’s List. Students named to the Dean’s List must earn a grade point average of at least 3.50 on a 4.00 scale while carrying a minimum of 12 credit hours […]
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Sponsors include Chester Women’s Club, Chester Lions Club, Alice & Elmer Eggemeyer, Thomas & Pauline Evans, Knights of Columbus, Koeneman Family, Charles E. & Mary C. Lindwedel, TG Missouri, State of Illinois Resilience & Excellence, Western Egyptian, Mary Katherine Mueller, and Pat Mulholland By Jim Beers CHESTER – At Chester High School’s 2026 Awards Night
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NASHVILLE, TN — Belmont University held its spring 2026 commencement ceremonies for graduate and undergraduate students on Friday, May 8 and Saturday, May 9 in the Curb Event Center. As part of Belmont’s Class of 2026, Kaitlyn Chung of Sparta, earned a Bachelor of Music in Commercial Music. Across four ceremonies, the University
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by Pete Rosenbery CARBONDALE, Ill. — Award-winning journalist and senior reporter with the Chicago Tribune, Southern Illinois University Carbondale alumna Christy Gutowski says she realized in high school she wanted to be a journalist. Her passion for people, desire to help those who are vulnerable, and dogged research ability all contributed to her success as
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by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — Registration is now open for Camp Beta, Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s free overnight camp at Southern Illinois for youths ages 10-16 who have Type 1 diabetes. Counselors-in-training are also being sought. Camp BETA participants enjoy a host of special adventures and activities. Photo provided. The camp is happening Sept. 19-20 at Touch
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CHESTER – The Randolph County Sheriff’s office has released its latest report of arrests. Among those listed arrested: Tabitha R. Clifton 54, Pinckneyville, arrested June 15, 2026, by Sparta Police for assault. Pretrial release. John L. Gage 37, East St. Louis, arrested June 17, 2026, by Sparta Police for driving suspended, no
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CHESTER – Memorial Hospital is pleased to welcome two experienced ear, nose, and throat (ENT) specialists, Dr. Rebecca Brandsted and Dr. John Park, to its Specialty Clinic this June. Both board-certified in Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Dr. Brandsted and Dr. Park bring extensive training and a shared commitment to patient-centered care. Together,
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CHESTER – The Chester Community Unit School District No.139 Board Of Education held a Regular Meeting May 21, 2026. The minutes of the meeting were released Monday, June 22: May 21, 2026 Board Minutes
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SPARTA – The Sparta Police Department has released these arrest reports On Friday, June 19, at approximately 2:57 p.m. an officer with the Sparta Police Department arrested 28-year-old Dylan R. Wahlman of Sparta, IL for domestic battery. On Friday, June 19, at approximately 12:33 p.m., an officer with the Sparta Police
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CHESTER – Memorial Hospital recently hosted its 3-day Junior Explorers Camp, welcoming nine students entering grades 6 through 8 for an engaging, hands-on introduction to healthcare careers. Throughout the camp, participants explored 13 different professions and received valuable training in first aid, CPR, AED use, and choking rescue. Students toured and interacted with
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