Randolph County News

Camp Beta offers fun, camaraderie for youths with Type 1 diabetes

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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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Memorial Hospital welcomes new ENTs

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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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Sparta Police reports

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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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Memorial Hospital hosts Junior Explorers Camp

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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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Local students receive scholarships to attend Missouri State University

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by Emily Letterman SPRINGFIELD – Missouri State University recently awarded scholarships to incoming students for the 2026-27 academic year. Perry County, Mo. Perryville Olivia Bierk Maroon & White Award Yr 1 Allyson Burns The 1905 Award Yr 1 Olivia Iffert Maroon & White Award Yr 1 Madyson Richardet Bear Excellence Award Yr 1 Josephine Robinson

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Don Welge is among the 2026 Illinois Manufacturing Hall of Fame inductees to be honored this week

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SPRINGFIELD – The late Chester native Don Welge is among those being inducted into the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association (IMA) Hall of Fame Thursday, June 25, which will  recognize the people, products and companies that have made an enduring impact on the state’s manufacturing industry.   Established in 2024, the Illinois Manufacturing Hall of Fame celebrates more

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Chester High School seniors receive college scholarships

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Sponsors include American Legion Post 487, Buena Vista National Bank, Camille Fieschi Chappius Memorial, Chester Chamber of Commerce, Chester Eagles 3252, Chester Educational Association, Chester High School Alumni, and Chester Masonic Lodge No. 72   By Jim Beers CHESTER – At Chester High School’s 2026 Awards Night there were approximately 40 different organizations and individuals

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