Arcola’s Roberts-McGeehon wins 400 in Paris Relays; Villa Grove’s Martin shines in Salt Fork Invite
By Mike Monahan PARIS – Thursday in the Paris relays Arcola’s Remi Roberts-McGeehon won the 400 with a time of 52.93, a season best and .30 better than second place Parker Harris of Newton. The 11 team meet had no team scores kept. On the girls side Ema Simpson was third in the 400 and…
Read MoreWhisman hits two home runs, Arcola baseball holds off CGB, 8-6 for fourth straight win
By Mike Monahan CERRO GORDO – Quincy bound Brevyn Whisman had a day Monday as he was 2-for-3 with two home runs and five RBIs as the Arcola baseball team won its fourth straight game. The Purple Riders have won four straight games to improve to 6-4 overall and 3-1 in the LPC, good for…
Read MoreAnahi Cooper strikeouts 11 as AHS downs Georgetown-Ridge Farm, 6-1
By Mike Monahan ARCOLA – Monday, in a non-conference softball game Arcola fell to Warrensburg-Latham 11-0. This was after the Lady Riders won its third game in four attempts by beating Georgetown-Ridge Farm 6-1 at Arcola’s Kelly Moore Memorial Park Friday. Last Thursday, the Lady Riders fell to former LPC member, Cumberland, 11-7, a team…
Read MoreBlue Devils show resilience in 2-1 week, powered by pitching and fast starts
Villa Grove put together a strong week, picking up two wins behind dominant pitching performances and a breakout offensive inning, while also battling through a tough loss despite outhitting their opponent. The Blue Devils capped the stretch Thursday with a decisive 7-1 win over Cerro Gordo-Bement, fueled by a six-run explosion in the first inning.…
Read MoreBlue Devils get the win behind Wilson’s dominance; offensive effort falls short against St. Thomas More and ALAH
Villa Grove Blue Devils showcased both dominant pitching and strong offensive production early in the week, rolling past Unity Christian before falling to St. Thomas More despite a big day at the plate and couldn’t getting anything going against ALAH. The Blue Devils opened the week in commanding fashion last Monday, defeating Unity Christian 10-0…
Read MoreFBI Springfield invites high school juniors and seniors to apply for the 2026 Teen Academy
SPRINGFIELD, IL – April 20, 2026 — The FBI Springfield Field Office is now accepting applications from motivated high school students for its upcoming Teen Academy. This unique, one-day program offers students a rare look behind the scenes of the nation’s premier law enforcement agency, focusing on leadership, forensic science, and community safety. The 2026 Teen…
Read MoreOglesby Mansion to host ‘pop up’ history event
The Governor Richard J. Oglesby Mansion and Museum, located at 421 W. William St. in Decatur, will be offering a pop-up history presentation on Saturday, April 25 at 2 p.m. The event will take place in the parlor inside the mansion. Admission is by donation. Dr. Devon Hunter will be the presenter for this unique event.…
Read MoreFoodmobile to visit Douglas and Moultrie counties in May
Eastern Illinois Foodbank (EIF) is distributing food to local families facing food insecurity. The Foodmobile will visit Douglas County on May 14 to provide free groceries. The Foodmobile will be at Opal Thompson Park in Camargo between 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. The Foodmobile will visit Moultrie County on May 18. It will be at Scott…
Read MoreALAH seniors spend day learning etiquette
By Marty Yeakel Since 2018 it has become a tradition for seniors at Arthur Lovington Atwood Hammond High School to spend a day learning skills that they will be able to use in social situations beyond high school and that will prepare them for the future. This year’s Senior Etiquette Workshop took place on Thursday,…
Read MoreRISE ceasing operations
After 50 years of dedicated services to the Douglas County community, RISE Behavioral Health and Wellness announced it will be closing its services. Clinical operations will conclude on May 22, and a full organizational transition on June 30. “This decision comes after thoughtful consideration by the Board of Directors and leadership, reflecting both operational realities…
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