Area News Highlights
Romine, Blaudow lead ALAH to third regional title
After defeating Arcola and Chrisman in the first two games of the IHSA Regional held at Casey-Westfield High School last week, the Knights faced off in the championship game against the hosts, the Lady Warriors. In two very close, and well played games, ALAH won both to claim the Regional Championship. The scores were 27-25…
Read MoreKnights Freshman Beau Green Qualifies for IHSA State Cross Country Championship
Knights’ freshman Beau Green (185) races with a CHBC runner in the IHSA Class 1A Sectional cross country meet on November 1. The meet was held on Lake Land College’s cross country course. Beau was the first freshman to cross the finish line in the race. His eleventh place finish at 15:53.8 qualified him for…
Read MoreKnights Tame Lions in First Round IHSA Football Playoff
ALAH running back Brennon Hutson (#3) signals his own touchdown as he makes it look easy with the second score late in the first quarter bumping the score to 12-0 with fellow Knights Easton Frederick (#8) and Daylon Daggett (#10) watching him coast in the end-zone untouched by any Marshall defender. Photo by Stephanie Wierman.…
Read MoreCGB’s Callaway places 31st in Class 1A cross country sectional; seventh among sophomores
Lady Broncos junior Cassie Block (216) runs with a group of girls in the Class 1A IHSA Sectional cross country meet on Saturday, November 1. Cassie ran 22:32.4 in the race which was held on Lake Land College’s cross country course. By Mike Monahan MATTOON – The Cerro Gordo/Bement girls cross country team, coached by…
Read MoreArcola Cerro Gordo /Bement Football Senior Night
SENIOR NIGHT. It was “Senior Night” at Arcola’s Thomas-Bradford Field on Fri., Oct. 24 where senior cheerleaders, band & flag members and football players were recognized prior to the start of the football game. Seniors from Arcola and Cerro Gordo/Bement were honored. Senior football players included, (l-r): Brevyn Whisman with Katy and Travis Whisman, Quentin…
Read More“We’re Off to See the Wizard” Right Here in Atwood
Trick or treaters had the opportunity to walk the yellow brick road for Halloween festivities at Walnut Grove Apartments. There was candy galore. By Doris Elmore “I will get you my pretty,” says Sherry Ingerson of Walnut Grove Apartments on West Elm Street in Atwood. Sherry was the scary witch that greeted trick or treaters…
Read More“What a Fun Night”…Annual Halloween Festivities Oct. 26
First place in Chili Cook-off was Michael Barbee; second Jolynn Barbee and Steven Yoder. By Doris Elmore A wide array of ghosts, witches, animals, and more dressed up in unique costumes for the annual Atwood Chamber of Commerce Halloween Fall Festival & Parade on Sunday, October 26, downtown Atwood. The weather cooperated to the fullest…
Read MoreFire Prevention Day held at Hammond Fire Department on Saturday, Oct. 25
Jasper Brackemyer exiting the smoke house. Hammond Fire Department held Fire Prevention Day on Saturday, October 25 at their firehouse. Children from the area were able to take part in activities such as aiming the firehose to “knock down” flames on the house. Children pictured at top are (left) Raiden Hutchcraft, (center) Jasper Brackemyre and…
Read MoreBement CUSD #5 to Hold Groundbreaking Ceremony for Gym Vestibule Addition on Friday, October 31
BEMENT, Ill. – Bement Community Unit School District #5 will host a groundbreaking ceremony for its new Gym Vestibule Addition on Friday, October 31, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. on the Bement school campus. The public is invited to attend as the district celebrates this important milestone in improving safety, accessibility, and comfort for students, staff,…
Read MoreAtwood Welcomes Atwood Super Market and Liquor Store
Sam’s good friend Eric has been invaluable to them in remodeling the store, helping in the deli, and all jobs needed. He is pictured with Sam & Nia at the deli. By Doris Elmore Owning and operating a grocery store is a full-time lifestyle, but Sam and Nia Patel find this type of living rewarding.…
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