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The staff of the new EZ Care-Marshall sees patients on Friday, Saturday and Sundays at the clinic located at the intersection of State Route 1 and U.S. 40. Pictured, from left, are Carie Jansen, Carrie Cunningham, EZ Care manager; Lindsey Henson, unit secretary; and Mallory Cook.
EZ Care opens in Marshall
A new EZ Care walk-in clinic, a service of Horizon Health, is now open in Marshall at Illinois Highway 1 and U.S. 40. EZ Care–Marshall is located in the former Wellum chiropractic building at … more
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Thief sentenced to 60 days in jail
A theft conviction is resulting in at least a 30-day jail term for Dustin Allen Watson, 34, Brocton. Watson appeared Feb. 4 in Edgar County Circuit Court and pleaded guilty to a Class A … more
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ECCEL introduces students to opportunities
Students and representatives involved with the Edgar Clark Career and Exploration Academy (ECCEL) outlined their work and the opportunities the educational venture provides during the Monday, Feb. … more
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Nathan Harmon talks with a Chrisman student Tuesday after making a presentation to the combined high school/junior high school regarding finding hope and living a positive life. Following the assembly, he did breakout sessions with high school students for the remainder of the morning and junior high school students during the afternoon.
People, actions matter
CHRISMAN – When Nathan Harmon speaks students can’t help but listen. The young man from Indiana did an assembly and all-day breakout sessions with Chrisman High School and junior high students … more
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Brocton receives $500,000 DCEO grant
BROCTON – Mayor Dennis Cary delivered some good news to the Brocton Village Board during the Wednesday, Feb. 13, meeting. Cary confirmed the village was selected for a $500,000 grant from the … more
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Think Pads are a boon for Crestwood
Crestwood eighth graders are expanding their technology knowledge thanks to the Think Pads each student is using, the Crestwood Unit 4 school board members learned during its February meeting … more
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Examination reveals Unit 6 tech needs review
CHRISMAN – Following a poor performance by Chrisman Junior High School students on the Illinois Assessment of Readiness test the school district is working with the Illinois State Board of … more
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Staley Bridge set back again
The joint effort by Edgar County and Elbridge Township to build a new bridge over Sugar Creek has taken another hit. County engineer Aaron Lawson met with Edgar County Board members on this topic … more
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High school walking path gets another look
Paris may once again seek the means to build a walking/biking path between Twin Lakes Park and Paris Cooperative High School. The city council has scheduled a public hearing on the proposed route, … more
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SNAP benefits will be issued on March 1
CHICAGO – March Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits will be issued early to Illinois customers, according to an announcement made Wednesday, Feb. 13, by the Illinois … more
Gov. J.B. Pritzker speaks during a ceremony commemorating the 210th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln’s birth Tuesday, Feb. 12, at the former president’s tomb in Springfield’s Oak Ridge Cemetery. The governor said that he, like Lincoln, will put his faith in “the ultimate justice of the people” of Illinois as his administration addresses state issues.
Pritzker says Lincoln’s spirit continues to run through state
SPRINGFIELD – Gov. J.B. Pritzker and other state officials joined American Legion officers from across the country Tuesday to lay wreaths at the tomb of Abraham Lincoln and pay homage to the 16th … more
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Business Owners Detail Impact of Statewide Minimum Wage Hike
SPRINGFIELD — Business owners and operators from across Illinois warned of layoffs, higher prices for consumers and the possibility of moving jobs out of state if legislation is enacted to … more
Kansas resident Josiah Nichols is pictured with his first two books in the series “Using Hermeneutics.” He instructs readers how to read and understand the Bible through demonstrations and interpretations of the books of Romans.
Comprehending the Bible
KANSAS- A local author is on a mission to help others to learn how to read the Bible for comprehension. Kansas resident Josiah Nichols recently released book, “Romans Roadblocks: Using … more
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Another drug charge against Travioli
The unresolved charges keep piling up for Travis W. Travioli, 48, West Terre Haute, Ind. Travioli appeared for the Jan. 31 criminal and traffic call in Edgar Count Circuit Court and was charged … more
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NAL donates to Bee Well
North American Lighting (NAL), Edgar County’s largest employer likes what Bee Well of Edgar County is trying to accomplish. Employees Amanda Martin and Kayla Lindsay attended the coalition’s … more
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Historic art center takes new name
A longtime Paris art booster’s family is providing the new name for the county’s art gallery. The announcement of the rebranding to The Link Art Gallery — formerly the Bicentennial Art … more
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These students are the fairies in the Crestwood Junior High production of “My Son Pinocchio.” Left to right, Daisy Cochran, Vivian Moore, Emily Wells and Jayden Bishop.
Puppet takes the stage
Final rehearsals are underway for Crestwood Junior High School’s musical Disney’s “My Son Pinocchio” to be presented 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Feb. 15-16, at the Paris Center of Fine … more
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Chrisman water dangerous for babies
CHRISMAN – The ongoing saga of Chrisman’s problems with its municipal water supply entered new ground earlier this week. Water sample test results received Tuesday, Feb. 5, showed a spike in … more
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Flu season restricts visitors
In what has become a yearly ritual, Horizon Health has temporarily imposed restrictions for hospital visits during the flu season. The restrictions do not apply to the clinic side of the building … more
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Insurance conundrum
CHRISMAN – A reluctant vote by the Chrisman City Council to provide group health insurance to city employees almost did not happen at the Monday, Feb. 4, city meeting. Mayor Dan Owen asked the … more
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