Students at Cobden Elementary School read hundreds of books this spring as part of the Bikes for Books program, sponsored by Cobden Lodge No. 466.
Students at Cobden Elementary School read hundreds of books this spring as part of the Bikes for Books program, sponsored by Cobden Lodge No. 466.
The reading incentive program, open to students in prekindergarten through fifth grade, was held March 2-27. Approximately 240 students participated and...
The Anna Police Department this week shared a message on social media in recognition of National Law Enforcement Appreciation Week. The commemoration is this week.
In its message, the department thanked and acknowledged its partner agencies, the Jonesboro Police Department and Union County Sheriff'...
Illinois has been named a “high-performance” state for emergency preparedness, the highest ranking a state can receive, in a newly released report by Trust for America’s Health. The designation was announced May 8 by the Illinois Department of Public Health, IDPH.
The annual report evaluates...
A deadline is coming up to help support a local program sponsored by WIBH Radio in Anna.
For more than a decade, WIBH Radio in Anna has worked to raise awareness about child abuse and neglect in the Southern Illinois region. Since 2011, the local station has partnered with area child service...
The annual Blessing of the Bikes is planned from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, May 17, at the Cross of Peace on Bald Knob Mountain near Alto Pass.
Organizers shared that Blessing of the Bikes is one of the largest motorcycle events in the Midwest. The event is coordinated by the Christian Motorcyclists...
A three-day retreat aimed at helping veterans share their stories through music will take place April 16 to 18 in Anna.
Freedom Sings USA, a Tennessee-based nonprofit, pairs professional Nashville songwriters with veterans, military personnel and their families to transform personal experiences...
Cape Girardeau Roller Derby (CGRD) will host its first recruitment of the 2026 season on Monday, Jan. 26 at 6:30 p.m. at the AC Brase Arena Building in Cape Girardeau.
Adults 18 and older are welcome to attend, meet the team and learn what it takes to become a roller derby skater or referee.
The...
The nationally recognized Southern Illinois Music Festival, SIFest, is planning to celebrate the history of the nation’s music in 2026. “America at 250” is the theme for this year’s festival. Concert venues for the 2026 SIFest include locations in the Union County area.
The festival, which is...
The Illinois Department of Public Health, IDPH, has issued an updated standing order which adds Illinois public libraries to the list of locations that are permitted to keep a supply of opioid overdose reversal agents on hand and to allow trained staff to administer them in the event of a suspected...
Since 2019, Southern 7 Health Department, S7HD, has provided the Fecal Immunochemical Test, FIT, to help residents of the seven southernmost Illinois counties prevent colorectal cancer.
Through a subaward grant presented to S7HD by the Illinois Public Health Association, IPHA, through funds made...
Obituaries
Beverly Ann Ford, age 60, of Thebes, formerly of Anna, passed away on Thursday, May 21, 2026 at Integrity Healthcare in Anna, after a brief stay, with her mother at her side.
Beverly was born on August 18, 1965 to Charles Henry Jordan and Vermel (Abbott) Jordan at Union County Hospital in Anna, Ill...
Elmer LeRoy Tellor, age 67 of Jonesboro, died Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at his home.
He was born on June 10, 1958 in Anna, the son of Floyd William and Catherine (Beltz) Tellor. He married Sherry Lynn Newberry on April 18, 1989.
He is survived by his wife, Sherry Lynn Tellor; longtime girlfriend,...
Wilma J. Roach, age 88 of Anna, passed away Friday, May 22, 2026 at Deaconess Union County Hospital with her loving family by her side.
She was born Feb. 20, 1938 in Villa Ridge, the daughter of Theodore and Hazel (Windings) Goins.
On Sept. 8, 1956 she married Jack Roach, Sr. in Jonesboro. They...
Glenn E. Clutts, age 74 of Cobden, went home to his Lord and Savior, Wednesday, May 20, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born Oct. 31, 1951 in Anna, the son of Earl W. and Dorothy E. (Harrell) Clutts. He married Louise (Dodge) on June 18, 1994.
Glenn is survived by his wife, Louise...
Eunice Lucille Chilman, age 94 of Cobden, Ill., passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 24.
She was a dedicated caregiver – with a strong and kind spirit – ready to give love and support to anyone in need. She will be deeply missed by family and friends.
Eunice was born in Galva, Ill. on Dec. 19,...
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