Randolph County News

Sponsors include Chester Women’s Club, Chester Lions Club, Alice & Elmer Eggemeyer, Thomas & Pauline Evans, Knights of Columbus, Koeneman Family, Charles E. & Mary C. Lindwedel, TG Missouri, State of Illinois Resilience & Excellence, Western Egyptian, Mary Katherine Mueller, and Pat Mulholland By Jim Beers CHESTER – At Chester High School’s 2026 Awards Night […]

by Pete Rosenbery CARBONDALE, Ill. — Award-winning journalist and senior reporter with the Chicago Tribune,  Southern Illinois University Carbondale alumna Christy Gutowski says she realized in high school she wanted to be a journalist. Her passion for people, desire to help those who are vulnerable, and dogged research ability all contributed to her success as

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

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,

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