Students are rewarded for demonstrating Respect, Responsibility, and Empathy By Jim Beers CHESTER – Chester Grade School recognized 26 students, Kindergarten through 8th Grades Friday, Feb. 27 for demonstrating the “HIVE” good character traits of either Respect, Responsibility, or Empathy. There are four “HIVE” characteristics that teachers and staff at CGS look for and encourage […]
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PICKERINGTON, Ohio — The American Motorcyclist Association has officially announced the racing schedule and class structure for the 2026 Roof Systems AMA Flat Track Grand Championship presented by All Balls Racing. Running July 5-10 at the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds in Du Quoin, Ill., the Roof Systems AMA Flat Track Grand Championship presented by All Balls Racing represents
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by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — The Dental Hygiene Program at Southern Illinois University Carbondale recently launched a symbolic new tradition by hosting its inaugural white coat ceremony. The SIU dental hygiene program class of 2026 was among the participants in the program’s inaugural white coat ceremony. Photo provided. “The ceremony represents far more than
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28 students earn HIVE Awards By Jim Beers CHESTER – There were 28 students at Chester Grade School who earned HIVE awards for demonstrating the character traits of having RESPECT; Initiating RESPONSIBILITY; valuing SAFETY; and encouraging EMPATHY. Ten students earned recognition for respect, 12 students for responsibility, one for safety, and five for sympathy. Those
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CHESTER – Chester Grade School has announced its February 2026 Students of the Month. Students were selected based upon the fact they have demonstrated all four of the “HIVE” character traits of 1) Having respect; 2) Initiating Responsibility; 3) Valuing Safety; and 4) Encouraging Empathy. Teachers at the various grade levels met to
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SPARTA, IL — Sparta Community Hospital’s At-Home Health Care program has once again been recognized as a 2025 National Best Practice Agency by WellSky, earning the Home Health CAHPS Award of Distinction — a recognition the organization has maintained for more than 15 consecutive years. Kaitlyn Seiber, PTA; Tiffany Bodeker, LPN; Allie Minton,
by Pete Rosenbery CARBONDALE, Ill. — For a second straight year, Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s School of Music will vie for a title in the small ensemble division of the collegiate National Trumpet Competition. “I am very proud of the students and feel so fortunate to teach these wonderful people daily,” said Ricky Spears, an assistant professor of trumpet and
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by Pete Rosenbery CARBONDALE, Ill. — Can’t sleep? Up early? You’ll be ready for the total lunar eclipse observation at Southern Illinois University Carbondale at 3:30 a.m. on Tuesday, March 3. A total lunar eclipse viewing is set for March 3 at SIU Carbondale. This photo is from a total lunar eclipse in November 2021,
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CARBONDALE, Ill. — Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s College of Agricultural, Life and Physical Sciences will celebrate the successes of its students, faculty, staff and alumni at the 74th All Ag Banquet on Friday, Feb. 27. The banquet begins at 5:30 p.m. with a social hour at the SIU Student Center International Lounge, followed by dinner
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A team approach utilizing a partnership with CHS, the Mississippi Valley Art Guild, and a generous stipend from the Lambda State Foundation for Educational Studies, is making art a possibility at CHS By Jim Beers CHESTER, ILL – Several years ago, the art program at Chester High School was discontinued. That left a huge
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