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November 11, 2026

Lincoln Presidential Library Offers Free Admission Nov. 19 For...

November 13, 2026

Handwritten copy of speech on display Nov. 6-22An original edition of the Gettysburg Address will go on display for a limited time this month at...

Medical Updates: Mental Health Issues That May Affect Combat Veterans

November 13, 2026

Mental health issues that may affect combat veteransVeterans have served their countries in various capacities. All military personnel work to preserve the freedoms of...

Green Bean Food Pantry Community Food Drive

November 13, 2026

Hello, Trenton residents!It’s time for our annual food drive! The Green Bean Food Pantry invites you to help stock our shelves with canned goods and other nonperishable...

How To Learn More About Your Family History

November 13, 2026

Interest in genealogy has risen considerably over the last decade-plus, when digitization of public records has made it easier for people to learn about their family...

A Brief History Of Christmas Trees

November 13, 2026

Towering evergreen trees adorned in lights and other trinkets are a focal point of the holiday season. Christmas trees are placed in prominent...

The Benefits Of Hiring Holiday Decorators

November 13, 2026

Many holiday celebrants aspire to transform their homes into picture perfect representations of festive wonderlands. Stringing lights and hanging...

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Illinois General Assembly To Return To Springfield For “Veto” Session

November 13, 2026

Illinois legislators are likely to consider an incentive package for the Chicago BearsThe Illinois General Assembly is scheduled to return to...

Pritzker First Democrat To Win 3 Terms As Illinois Governor

November 13, 2026

He handily defeated Republican Darren Bailey for the second time.J.B. Pritzker is the first Democratic governor in Illinois history to win a third...

Welch Will Not Seek New Term As Speaker After 26 House Democrats...

November 13, 2026

House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch will not seek another term as the chamber’s leader after 26 incumbent and incoming House Democrats said the supermajority caucus “needs...

November 13, 2026

SMSgt Richard “Rick” Karl Rohe (retired), 76, passed away Friday, November 6, 2026 at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL.Rick was born on June 10,...

Letter To The Editor

November 13, 2026

Dear Editor,My name is Ron Boeser, I live in Aviston. I’m writing to my neighbors in Trenton, and encouraging my fellow citizens of Aviston, to consider the following facts...

Joe’s Corner Cartoons: Illinois Comment By Joe Rollins

November 13, 2026

November 13, 2026

Four House Democrats who were instrumental in drafting and circulating a letter last week that successfully called for a new Illinois House Speaker...

Schools & Education

Scenes Of Trenton Elementary Halloween Parade

November 13, 2026

SIU’s Marching Salukis Find Their Voice

November 13, 2026

Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Marching Salukis are changing what their band looks like. This fall, a singer joined them on the field for the first time in the...

EIU Ranked Among Top 15 Most Affordable Online Master’s Programs In...

November 13, 2026

Eastern Illinois University has been ranked No. 13 in the nation among the 2026 Most Affordable Online Master’s Programs by OnlineU, placing EIU among the top 15...

CONGRATS TO WESCLIN’S MABRIE KUNZ, placing fifth at sectional in the 50-yard freestyle and fifth in the 100-yard backstroke.

Congrats To Wesclin’s Mabrie Kunz

November 13, 2026

WESCLIN WARRIORS BOWLING TEAM took second out of 10 teams at the Mike Gebke Tournament. Lucas Harriss individually took third overall with 213.17 pins per game.

Wesclin Boys Bowling: Mike Gebke Tournament

November 13, 2026

IHSA Football Playoffs Roll On

November 13, 2026

Of note to area High School Football fans, here is a bit of current news from around the area.The Carlyle Indians won their first game, then closed out their fine season...

IL Public Notice

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Time Marches On...

Time Marches On...

November 13, 2026

-1906-The annual praise meeting and box social wil be held Thaksgiving evening at Sugar Creek Church.A petition is being circulated among the businessmen and citizens for...

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