Journal-Pilot

06/16/2026

Through an effort to expand the Community Education opportunities available on Carl Sandburg College’s Carthage campus, the series, “Twelve Months of Hidden Talent,” is being unveiled. All classes will be held at the Sandburg campus, located at 305 …

Through an effort to expand the Community Education opportunities available on Carl Sandburg College’s Carthage campus, the series, “Twelve Months of Hidden Talent,” is being unveiled. All classes will be

06/15/2026

The historic town of Nauvoo is preparing for its annual French/Icarian Heritage Festival. Many people have made Nauvoo and the surrounding area their home over the years. This event aims to celebrate Nauvoo’s French heritage, and the French Icarians…

The historic town of Nauvoo is preparing for its annual French/Icarian Heritage Festival. Many people have made Nauvoo and the surrounding area their home over the years. This event aims

06/13/2026

When Cozy Cone’s founder and owner, Kenny Roberts, died in 2025, the Augusta community feared the loss of a major part of the village and region. That, however, did not happen.

When Cozy Cone’s founder and owner, Kenny Roberts, died in 2025, the Augusta community feared the loss of a major part of the village and region. That, however, did not

06/12/2026

Memorial Day was a major milestone for the Bowen Community Pool as it opened with a new look and major improvements. At the top of that list was the new roof over the change house and concessions building. After 15 years of use, the replacement prov…

Memorial Day was a major milestone for the Bowen Community Pool as it opened with a new look and major improvements. At the top of that list was the new

06/11/2026

“Having fun and helping neighbors” happened in a big way as 500 locals and visitors from other states gathered on Sunday, May 24, to honor a beloved family member and friend, Robby White, and stand with friends and community members who are facing c…

“Having fun and helping neighbors” happened in a big way as 500 locals and visitors from other states gathered on Sunday, May 24, to honor a beloved family member and

06/10/2026

Second Hand News started with a one-off gig to play through the Fleetwood Mac album Rumours.

06/10/2026

The Carthage Public Library is excited to announce a series of special summer reading programs for children and families throughout June and July.

06/03/2026

Twelve disc golf enthusiasts descended upon Nauvoo State Park to participate in a fun-filled disc golf tournament last Saturday, May 23. After playing nine “holes” of disc golf– in fact, several rounds– they enjoyed a luncheon together with fans at …

Twelve disc golf enthusiasts descended upon Nauvoo State Park to participate in a fun-filled disc golf tournament last Saturday, May 23. After playing nine “holes” of disc golf– in fact,

05/30/2026

The Illini West High School board agreed to help the school’s Sports Boosters build a permanent restroom facility near the football field.

05/29/2026

Memorial Medical Clinics will host a series of walk-in sports physical clinics throughout the summer to help student-athletes prepare for the upcoming school year. Physicals are available for just $10, and all proceeds will be donated to the student…

Memorial Medical Clinics will host a series of walk-in sports physical clinics throughout the summer to help student-athletes prepare for the upcoming school year. Physicals are available for just $10,