Randolph County News

Judy McFaddin honored

CHESTER — The Chester Chamber of Commerce honored Judy McFaddin of McFaddin’s Kennels and Pet Boarding, on October 2nd, for 40+ years of outstanding business and service to the community. Pictured left to right, Mary Sulser, Casey Parker, Linda Sympson and President Bob Welker, all with the Chamber; Judy McFaddin, owner/operator, and Dan Colvis, Chamber.

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Beta Delta Chapter donates to Art Mart Bazaar

CHESTER — The Beta Delta Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma participated in the Illinois State DKG Virtual Art Mart Bazaar. Chapters throughout the state of Illinois donated items for the Virtual Chapter Art Mart. Due to the Covid restrictions, the event was held virtually and members throughout the state participated.  Mary Ann Stumpe, longtime member

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IDPH: 19,244 new COVID-19 cases, 209 new deaths

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) Friday reported 19,244 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 209 additional deaths since reporting the previous Friday, October 1, 2021.   Currently, IDPH is reporting a total of 1,650,108 cases, including 25,224 deaths, in 102 counties in Illinois. The age

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Brockmeyer Foundation gives protective vest to K9

CHESTER – The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office K9 Gunner has a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Gunner’s vest was sponsored by the James Brockmeyer Memorial Fund and embroidered with the sentiment: “In loving memory of Officer James I. Brockmeyer.” James Brockmeyer was

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