Randolph County News

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.  

CHESTER – The Chester CUSD 139 has officially launched its Summer Food Program – SUN MEALS TO GO, designed to provide nutritious meals to children in the community throughout the summer months. A school official stated, “I am reaching out to ask for your help. We are currently seeking volunteer groups to assist with deliveries on select dates.

SPRINGFIELD – Illinois State Representative David Friess (R-Red Bud) has released this statement regarding passage in the dead of night Saturday in the Illinois General Assembly of a $55.2 billion state budget, a near spending record.   Friess says he cast a resounding “no” vote and released the following statement:   “Near-record spending, huge tax hikes, no

by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — Sign up now for the Saluki Triathlon and Duathlon, a popular competition on June 14 on Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s beautiful campus for experienced athletes and novices alike. Participants in the fifth annual Recreational Sports and Services Saluki Triathlon will be swimming, cycling and running competitively as individuals. There’s also a concurrent

SPARTA, Ill. – The Randollph County Sheriff’s Office reports an arrest in connection with an alleged armed robbery at a Sparta restaurant.   According to a news release, on Tuesday, March 5, 2025 at approximately 12:24 p.m. the Sparta Police Department received a 911 cell call that a subject had just attempted to commit an

CHESTER, Ill. – The Chester City Council will meet Monday at 6 p.m. in the city’s municipal building at 1330 Swanwick Street.   The meeting begins at 6 p.m. and is open to the public.   The tentative agenda:     CHESTER, ILLINOIS CITY COUNCIL AGENDA June 2, 2025             I.            CALL TO

CHESTER – The Chester Cemetery and Finance Committee will meet Monday at 5:30 p.m. for a special meeting. The meeting will be held in the Municipal Building at 1330 Swanwick Street, Chester.   The meeting is open to the public.   The tentative agenda:   NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING   CITY OF CHESTER CEMETERY AND

CHESTER – The Randolph County Sheriff’s office has released its latest report of arrests. Lee A. Fosnock 44, Homeless, arrested May 19, 2025 by Randolph County Sheriff’s Office for Unlawful possession of methamphetamine, failure to comply and a Perry County IL warrant for criminal damage to property, a St Clair County warrant for criminal trespass