Randolph County News

Tabatha Pinkley receives Employee of the Quarter

CHESTER – Brett Bollmann, CEO at Memorial Hospital named Tabatha Pinkley Employee of the Quarter for the Third Quarter 2022 on October 10. Pinkley, Rural Health Clinic (RHC) Admitting Representative, has worked at Memorial Hospital/Chester since November 2002, almost 20 years.   When asked what she likes most about working at Memorial, Pinkley replied, “I […]

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All are welcome to search for trees on SIU campus during Tree Campus BioBlitz

by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — Southern Illinois University Carbondale has long been recognized for its commitment to urban forest management. In keeping with that tradition, individuals and school groups are invited to participate in a special event later this month, the Tree Campus Higher Education BioBlitz. The goal is simple. Participants will try to

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Chester Beautification/Tourism Commission meets Thursday

CHESTER – The Chester Beautification/Tourism Commission will meet Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at city hall.   The meeting is open to the public.   The tentative agenda:   Chester Beautification/Tourism Commission Agenda October 20, 2022 Pledge of Allegiance   Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes-Melissa Gross/Donella Butler Treasurer’s Report-Linda Rader   Public Petitions & Correspondence             Standing

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COSLHS holds ‘Students vs Alumni’ volleyball contest

EVANSVILLE – Christ Our Savior Lutheran High School hosted a fun volleyball game night with current students and alumni. The alumni won the best two out of three. Then everyone was invited to play. Teams were formed and everyone enjoyed playing volleyball together. Alumni and current COS students are, (front row), Christine Liefer, Connie Liefer,Lexi Luebkemann

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‘Spike for a Cause’ fundraiser benefits Memorial Hospital

CHESTER – The Steeleville High School Volleyball team held a “Spike for a Cause” game in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness on October 12. (Front row left to right) Kaylee Darnell, Daisy Czapla, Madi Yates. (back row, left to right) Coach Beth Wingerter, Olivia Raby, Avery Roberts, Deb Stenberg, Chemo/Infusion RN House Supervisor, Carrie Jo

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Fun Run Walk held in honor of Amy Brown

CHESTER – Family, co-workers, friends, and community members gathered at the first annual Memorial Hospital Fun Run/Walk on Friday, October 7th at Cohen Complex in Chester.  This year Memorial Hospital Committee members wanted to do it in honor of Amy Brown, Specialty Clinic Supervisor that tragically passed away in an accident on May 31st.  Memorial

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Musical History of the Mississippi River Valley

CHESTER – The Friends of the Chester Library are hosting a fundraising event at Benson’s Wine Bar Tuesday, October 25 at 6:30 p.m.   Local historian and musician Shane Wagner will present “A Musical History of the Mississippi River Valley” which will combine the historical background and music associated with the mighty Mississippi.   A

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