Randolph County News

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — One of flat track’s most fabled battlegrounds is ready to light the fuse on America’s birthday bash when the Memphis Shades DuQuoin Mile rockets into the Magic Mile at the DuQuoin State Fairgrounds on Saturday, July 5. The Mile’s sweeping clay, legendary draft-passes, and century-old coal-mine roots have produced icons for generations—and 2025 promises another fireworks […]

FULTON, Mo. — Two students from the River Region have been named to the Westminster College Spring 2025 Dean’s List for exemplary academic performance.   The list of 226 students includes 64 freshmen, 51 sophomores, 52 juniors and 59 seniors.  The list includes freshman Mabry Wingerter of Chester and sophomore Noah Tepe from Red Bud.

SPRINGFIELD – In the dead of night Saturday Democrats in the Illinois General Assembly forced through a $55.2 billion state budget, a near spending record. I cast a resounding “no” vote. Near-record spending, huge tax hikes, no real reforms, and zero transparency…this is what the Democrats force on our families and businesses year after year.

by Pete Rosenbery CARBONDALE, Ill. — Researchers in Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s School of Aviation could help spur the adoption of an unleaded fuel for general aviation piston aircraft both in the United States and worldwide, reducing the toxic metal’s presence in the environment.     Daniel Hoskins, a flight line attendant, fuels a Cessna

CHESTER – The latest Randolph County Sheriff’s report has been released. Kendra S. Beckley 36, Sparta, arrested May 27, 2025 by Chester police for driving while license suspended or revoked, operating uninsured motor vehicle and a St Clair County warrant for failure to appear on a violation of wildlife code.  Is incarcerated. Robert E. Thomas 31,

CHESTER – The Chester Parks and Recreation Committee will meet Tuesday, June 10.   The tentative agenda:   Parks And Recreation Committee Meeting Agenda 1330 Swanwick Street, Chester, Illinois 62233 Tuesday, June 10, 2025, 6 P.M., City Hall   Call To Order Roll Call Pledge Of Allegiance Reading And Approval Of Minutes Of Previous Meeting

QUINCY, Ill. — Two Quincy University students from Red Bud: Ryan Bollinger, and Blake Maes, have graduated from Quincy University at its 162nd Commencement ceremony on May 17 at 10 a.m. in Quincy University’s Football Stadium. The 2025 spring graduating class is comprised of 157 undergraduates and 23 graduate degree recipients.   Bollinger earned a

by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — The much-anticipated summer camp season has arrived at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, but there is still time to sign children up for fun, adventure and incredible learning experiences, courtesy of the diverse camp options. (Above) Participants get involved in hands-on activities in the medical field during the Pathways to

CHESTER – Join the Chester Chamber of Commerce on Friday, June 13th at 5PM for the Annual Awards Night at the Chester Country Club.   Doors open at 5 PM for social hour and will feature hors d’oeuvres.   Presentations for Citizen of the Year and Businessperson of the Year will be at 6 p.m.