Randolph County News

by Tina Napper LEBANON, IL – McKendree University announced today the launch of a new Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Agribusiness, beginning Fall 2026. The program, housed within McKendree’s School of Business, is designed to prepare students for leadership roles across the agricultural sector by combining a strong business foundation with agricultural expertise.   Delivered […]

CHESTER – The Randolph County Sheriff’s Office has released its latest report of arrests.   Alek R. Jarrett 43, Chester, arrested January 20, 2026 by Chester Police on a Perry County IL warrant for failure to appear for driving while license suspended and cited for driving while license suspended.  Pretrial Release   William C. Haupt 44,

CHESTER – I would like to extend my sincere thanks to all road crews who have been working around the clock to keep our roads as clear and safe as possible during these hazardous conditions. This includes IDOT, Randolph County highway crews, and our local municipal street departments.   Your dedication and long hours are

ADELPHI, MD — Jessica Whittom of Steeleville has been named to the Dean’s List for the fall 2025 term at University of Maryland Global Campus.   To be eligible for the honor, a student must complete at least six credits during the term, earned a grade point average of at least 3.5 for the term, and

AMES, Iowa – More than 11,800 Iowa State University students have been recognized for outstanding academic achievement by being named to the 2025 fall 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

CHESTER – The minutes of the December 18 and December 19 meetings of the Chester CUSD 139 Board of Education have been released.   December 18:   CHESTER BOE December 18, 2025 Minutes   December 19:   CHESTER BOE December 19, 2025 Minutes