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By: Leroy Kleimola
Fourth grade students from across Christian County got a hands-on lesson in conservation and environmental stewardship during a special Conservation Day event. The program, hosted by University of Illinois Extension at the Christian County Fairgrounds, brought together about 250 students from Pana, Taylorville, and Edinburg schools.
By: Leroy Kleimola
The Taylorville Tornadoes took a 9-0 lead at the end of the first inning but couldn't hold it, but somehow survived a furious comeback by the visiting Auburn Trojans to put up an 11-10 win on Senior Night on a windy Thursday evening in Taylorville.
By: Leroy Kleimola
The Lincoln Prairie Trails Conservancy met at the City Council Chambers in Taylorville on Tuesday night to discuss a safe bike route through Taylorville. The group had two different routes that they were debating between mostly including Main Cross or Franklin. Ultimately, the group agreed it was probably best to avoid Main Cross.
By: Leroy Kleimola
Illinois lawmakers are recognizing the sacrifices made by first responders across the state.
By: Leroy Kleimola
Angelo's Restaurant Group is giving back to the community through a recent fundraising campaign benefiting United Way of Christian County.
State Representative Wayne Rosenthal is honoring a Staunton student for national success in agriculture.
Colton Gatton homered and scored a run on a heads up base running play as the Taylorville Tornadoes picked up a huge Apollo Conference win on Thursday evening as they beat the Mt. Zion Braves 11-5 in Taylorville. Isaac Repscher took the mound for the Tornadoes and after getting two quick outs gave up a couple walks, but got Davis Venters to fly out to end the inning.
By: Leroy Kleimola
A Christian County farmer has been selected to take part in a national agricultural leadership program. Mathew Heberling of Christian County is among 10 agricultural leaders chosen for the American Farm Bureau Federation's 13th Partners in Advocacy Leadership, or PAL, class. The program is designed to help agricultural leaders strengthen their advocacy and leadership skills while promoting issues important to farmers and rural communities.
Shelbyville High School seniors officially turned their tassels Saturday during the 2026 Commencement Ceremony, celebrating the accomplishments of the graduating class before family, friends, and community members.
By: Leroy Kleimola
Ameren Illinois is reporting as of 9:30 AM that nearly 25,000 customers are still without power after storms ravished the state on Wednesday. Local company Shelby Electric is reporting 1,681 customers are still without power. According to a statement from Shelby Electric's operations department, "We arer working with Ameren and PPI to restore power to our members. Our outages our storm related." The power company says they are working as quickly and safely as possible.
