Chatham Clarion

05/10/2023

The Ball-Chatham Education Association is awarding high school and college scholarships for students majoring in education. Applications must be received by May 15, 2023. Find the applications and learn more on our blog at the bottom of chathamschools.org

05/02/2023

⚠️Traffic Advisory⚠️

No crashes at this time, but out of an abundance of caution, ISP and IDOT are closing southbound and northbound I-55 between mileposts 63 and 82, the same stretch as yesterday, due to high winds and low visibility. This stretch of I-55 will be closed as a precaution until winds die down.

05/01/2023

Your Chatham Fire is currently providing Mutual Aid for a 20-30 car accident on I-55 at mile marker 76 south of Divernon. There is almost zero visibility in the area. Please make sure to avoid this area completely as both north and southbound lanes are closed. Thank you.

04/30/2023

04/30/2023

04/30/2023

Our Board of Education has one seat to fill.

Those interested in filling the vacancy on the Ball-Chatham Community Unit School District #5 Board of Education should complete the form at chathamschools.org

▶️ Scroll down to the District News section and click on "Board Member Interest Form."

Membership on the Ball-Chatham Board of Education is restricted to a maximum of three members from any congressional township. On this basis of existing board membership, Ball Township residents are not eligible to fill the vacancy. For township verification, please contact the Sangamon County Election Office at 217-535-3235.

The Board intends to hold special board meetings to interview and consider selected candidates. The anticipated date of the first special meeting is May 15, 2023. The new board member is anticipated to be installed on May 31, 2023. In order to serve on the Board of Education, a person must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years of age, a resident in the Ball-Chatham School District for at least one year, and a registered voter. For more information, call (217) 483-2416, ext. 1818.

04/26/2023

Please welcome Tyler Harris as the newest member of the Chatham Police Department! 😀

Tyler was recently hired on as a police officer, and he comes to our department fresh out of the police academy. He is currently in our field training program, where he will undergo several months of on the job training with experienced police officers. A little about him...

Tyler was born and raised in Pawnee, and he grew up in a law enforcement household. He graduated from Pawnee High School in 2020. After high school, he attended Lincoln Land Community College, where he earned an associates degree in the Arts.

Tyler got into law enforcement to serve the community and help those that need it. He chose to serve at the Chatham Police Department because of the outstanding relationship and strong partnership we have built with our community.

Law enforcement is a very challenging profession, but it is also a very rewarding one. When our job is done the right way, there are few professions out there than can truly match its ability to have such a positive impact on the lives of others.

We are excited to have Tyler as a member of our team and look forward to what he will bring to our community. We know he will do a great job here with us, and we wish him the best of luck!! ❤

04/24/2023

There are many upcoming events that showcase the skills and accomplishments of Ball-Chatham students. Please join us for an incredible display of artistic talent this weekend!

04/15/2023

Many of our students have been working hard since February to bring this charming story to life. Come see the Glenwood Middle School Musical this weekend!

To the wonderful cast - break a leg! 🎭🦿