News across Scott County
Baalman crowned as Miss Calhoun 2026
WHITE HALL LAD chosen Illinois Literacy Foundation winner
By Carmen Ensinger A young man from White Hall has been chosen as an Illinois Literacy Foundation winner for reaching his summer reading goals through the White Hall Library. Dawson Nell, 7, son of Casey and Kelsey Nell, was one of 20 winners chosen from across the State. He was…
CIRCUS COMING to Pittsfield
By BETH ZUMWALT A circus is coming to Pittsfield, Oct. 3 and 4. The tent will be set up in the lot near the high school and admission is free. The circus is acrobatic only, no animals,” Mayor Gary Mendenhall, said. “There will be two performances daily at 3 p.m. and 6 p.m.” The…
Little Warrior Cheer Night
Calhoun retains Oaken Bucket
Carrollton Hawks fall to West Central Cougars 52-8
The Carrollton Hawks traveled to Winchester Friday night, Sept. 12 to take on the West Central Cougars. The Cougars were laying in wait for the Hawks, scoring on their very first possession. The final score was 52-8 in favor of the Cougars.
Panthers earn first at Twilight Run
By Staff Report The Jersey Panthers Cross Country team took first place in both the boys and girls divisions last week after traveling to Southwestern for the Twilight Run. Bernley Kelly earned 1st place in the girls race finishing at 19:37. Amelia Jumper wasn’t far behind…
Carrollton Queen Pageant Crowns New Queens
Carrollton Queen Pageant Crowns Five New Queens
The 3rd Annual Carrollton Queen Pageant was held on August 29 at Frye Park in Carrollton, bringing together contestants, families, and community members for an evening celebrating the young women representing the Carrollton community. Five new queens were crowned during the 2026…
Greene County Days royalty
Michael ‘Mike’ Kohlmiller | 62 | Grafton
Michael “Mike” Kohlmiller, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully at home in Grafton, Illinois, on September 3, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on Jan. 24, 1964, in Edwardsville, Illinois, Mike lived a life full of…
Let’s Cook!
I really like ham, but I don’t need to buy a big ham just for me. So I frequently buy ham steaks. The other day I tried a new recipe for grilling the ham steak and I really enjoyed it. This recipe makes a sweet and savory ham, not not overly so. MARINATED HAM STEAK Makes…