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Hardin · HardinStrategic BJJ Hardin proudly congratulated their athletes for their outstanding performance at the Fuji BJJ Mo Championships in St. Charles, Il. Rachael Bick demonstrated remarkable skill and perseverance in her division earning her 3rd place. Kevin Behrens also secured 3rd place in the No Gi division after competing in both Gi and No Gi categories. Showcasing his versatility and commitment to his training. Marcus Faul and Kolton Hendy competed …See the Story
Strategic BJJ Hardin competes in Fuji BJJ Mo Championships
Wildfires · HardinDozens of waterfowl gather in rural Fulton County. Landowners in Illinois have several options to help establish pollinator or wildlife habitats that benefit upland birds, grassland birds and boost farmer profitability. (Photo by Catrina Rawson of FarmWeek) By HANNAH SPANGLER
FarmWeek The Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever organizations are assisting landowners in establishing pollinator or wildlife habitats that benefit upland birds, grassland…See the Story
Habitat incentive programs aid landowners, wildlife
Hardin · HardinBy Steven Spencer Cold weather, snow and ice on the river led to the closure of the ferries in Calhoun County earlier this week.
The Calhoun Ferry Company announced Monday evening that the Golden Eagle Ferry would close for ice at 9 p.m. and remain closed until further notice, but said that Winfield Ferry would be open on Tuesday morning.
The Kampsville Ferry was closed Monday, until further notice, due to ice on the river and the Brussels Ferry…See the Story
Freezing temperatures and ice causes ferry closures
Basketball · HardinCalhoun schools showed their support for the family of Reese Ramsey, the students of Pittsfield and the Pittsfield Lady Saukee basketball team after Ramsey died in a fatal car accident last week. The Lady Saukee team decided, as a whole, to withdraw from regional competition, ending their season with a 24-4 record, Ramsey will be named as the team’s leading scorer for the season. She was also named the Most Valuable Player in the Beardstown Lady…See the Story
Calhoun students show support following death of Saukee’s student
Hardin · HardinBy Beverly Mosbarger Senior Center Hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Phone: 618-576-9567
Email: calhouncountyseniorcenter@gmail.com Lunch served daily from 11 a.m. until 12 p.m. Free Income Tax Preparation Day: Volunteers from the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) will be here on March 19, 2025, from 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM, to provide free tax preparation assistance. Please call 618-576-9567 to set up an appointment.
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Calhoun Council for Senior News – February 20, 2025
Hardin · HardinCalhoun defeated Madison on home court on Thursday and then traveled to North Greene Friday to defeat the Spartans 45-24. Senior Conner Longnecker tied the Calhoun all time scoring record of 1400 hundred set by Mitch Bick. (Diane Brangenberg/Calhoun News-Herald)See the Story
Longnecker ties scoring record as Warriors defeat Madison and North Greene
Hardin · HardinThe Three Rivers Project of Sierra Club Illinois, Alton YWCA, and Hayner Public Library District are hosting two Seed Swaps this winter to provide community members with a space to swap and share quality seeds, cuttings, and bulbs. Join fellow farmers and gardeners in celebration of the start of the spring gardening season at this community event, which is free and open to all. The first seed swap will be held at the Alton YWCA on Sunday, Feb. 1…See the Story
Sierra Club Illinois’ Three Rivers Project, Alton YWCA, and the Hayner Public Library District to Host Two Winter Seed Swaps
Hardin · HardinMiss Calhoun Colleen Michelle Schumann made her way to Springfield over the weekend to represent Calhoun County in the Illinois County Fair Pageant where she placed in the top 16. (Diane Brangenberg/Calhoun News-Herald) By Diane Brangenberg Miss Calhoun Colleen Michelle Schumann represented Calhoun this past week at the Miss Illinois County Fair Pageant and competed Saturday evening. She represented Calhoun County well and it absolutely didn’t g…See the Story
