Randolph County News

CGS musicians fare well at IGSMA Solo and Ensemble Contest

By Jim Beers, Contributing Writer    CHESTER – In spite of having to compete virtually for the second year in-a-row, Chester Grade School musicians did an excellent of performing for the judges in the 2022 Illinois Grade School Music Association (IGSMA) Solo and Ensemble Contest.  Chester Grade School Band students Aiden Davitz and Avery Whittenborn

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Kothe, Luebkemann crowned COSLHS prom royalty

EVANSVILLE—Christ Our Savior Lutheran High held its prom at St. Nicholas Landmark in Chester on Saturday, April 2. Aaron Kothe and Emily Luebkemann   Aaron Kothe was crowned King and Emily Luebkemann was crowned Queen. Post prom was held at the school following the dance. Students enjoyed games, 70′ inflatable obstacle course and prizes.  

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CHS Band Members volunteer at UMM Pancake Breakfast

CHESTER – On Saturday April 2 several members of the Chester High School Band volunteered to help wait tables at the 2022 United Methodist Men Pancake Breakfast.   (Left to right) are Nicole DeGuzman, Rylie McDonough, Will Welge, Isiah Roth, Steve Colonel, CHS Band Director, Toby Gercis, and Ary Shipley.  Jim Beers Photo The annual event

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Randolph County Sheriff’s Office releases reports

CHESTER – The Randolph County Sheriff’s Office has released its latest arrest reports.   Steven K. Kosup 25, St Louis Mo., arrested March 27, 2022 by Sparta Police for aggravated fleeing or eluding an officer, disobey traffic control device, illegal passing, speeding.  Released with a notice to appear.   Victoria L. Alvarez 28, Sparta, arrested March

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Chester City Council meets Monday

CHESTER – The Chester City Council will meet Monday in regular session in the municipal building, 1330 Swanwick Street, Chester.   The meeting is open to the public.   The tentative agenda:   CHESTER, ILLINOIS CITY COUNCIL AGENDA April 4, 2022           I.            CALL TO ORDER                                                                        II.            ROLL CALL      III.           

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Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois named inaugural Stanley Black & Decker Makers Grant recipient

GLEN CARBON, Ill. – Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) announced the recipients of its first “Empower Makers” Global Impact Challenge. Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois is honored to have been named as a Makers Grant Recipient for our efforts to deliver exceptional programming to girls in Southern Illinois.   Initiated in 2021, the Global

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