Randolph County News

Chester CUSD No. 139 Board of Education minutes released

CHESTER – The minutes of the Thursday, February 19, 2026 meeting of the Chester Community Unit School District No. 139 have been released.   CHESTER COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO.139 BOARD OF EDUCATION Regular Meeting February 19, 2026   The Board of Education of Chester Community Unit School District No. 139 held a Regular Meeting […]

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Cedarhurst to feature SIU Carbondale students’ photos

by Pete Rosenbery CARBONDALE, Ill. — The photographic talents of 12 Southern Illinois University Carbondale students and recent graduates will be on display beginning Saturday, March 21, at the Cedarhurst Center for the Arts in Mount Vernon.   “Silver Heart,” a silver gelatin print by John Boucher, is one of 12 photographs by SIU students

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Students from over 40 high schools competing in SIU’s Math Field Day

by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — High school students from across Illinois and Missouri will enjoy a day of competition and accomplishment at Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s annual Math Field Day on March 24 at the Banterra Center. Participants come from around the region to compete in SIU’s annual Math Field Day. Photo provided. A maximum

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Find fun, learning and adventure at SIU’s 2026 summer camps

by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — An amazing myriad of experiences awaits participants in the 2026 summer camps at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. Youths can hone their skills, learn, explore new horizons and much more at dozens of enriching, educational and fun summer camps. The eclectic and diverse camp lineup offers something for all ages, abilities

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CGS presents ‘HIVE’ good character awards

28 students earn HIVE Awards By Jim Beers CHESTER – There were 28 students at Chester Grade School who earned HIVE awards for demonstrating the character traits of having RESPECT; Initiating RESPONSIBILITY; valuing SAFETY; and encouraging EMPATHY. Nine students earned recognition for respect, 11 students for responsibility, 1 for safety, and 7 for sympathy. Those

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Chester Grade School announces ‘Jackets of the Month’

Selected students have demonstrated all four of the ‘PBIS HIVE’ good behavior criteria By Jim Beers CHESTER – Chester Grade School selects monthly “Jackets of the Month”, formerly known as “Students of the Month”. “Jackets of the Month” are selected from among all teacher and staff nominations of students that qualify. Students can qualify for

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Sparta Community Hospital offers diabetes screening event and prevention program

SPARTA, IL — Sparta Community Hospital will host Diabetes Alert Day on March 24 at Moody Pharmacy while also launching a Diabetes Prevention Program beginning April 7, giving community members two opportunities to learn their risk for diabetes and take steps toward prevention.   During Diabetes Alert Day, community members can stop in at Moody

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