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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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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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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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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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 – A regular meeting of the Chester School District Board of Education will be held this evening, March 19, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in the Chester Early Childhood Center located at 2319 Old Plank Road, Chester, IL. The tentative agenda for the meeting: Call to Order and Roll Call – 6:00 p.m.
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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, 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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by Pete Rosenbery CARBONDALE, Ill. — Southern Illinois University Carbondale will remember six faculty, staff and students who have passed away during the 2025-2026 academic year with a ceremony at 1 p.m. April 2, in the Student Center Ballrooms. The ceremony will provide a time for reflection, remembrance and connection with the families and friends
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ST. LOUIS, MO – The National Weather Service has completed its survey of damage caused by a tornado Sunday evening south of Red Bud, Illinois. In its report, the NWS stated: “An EF-0 tornado with peak winds of 85 mph touched down north of Ames, IL in Monroe County at 5:35pm on March
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