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Action Brown County is pleased to announce being awarded The Lieutenant Governor Award for Economic Vitality and the Volunteer Recognition Award.

The Lieutenant Governor Award for Excellence in Revitalization is one of the most notable recognitions for Illinois Main Street communities to achieve for their work in bringing economic prosperity to their communities. Work highlights projects, activities and events focused around The Main Street Approach™ (Design, Organization, Economic Vitality and Promotion). ABC received this award for their inaugural season of “The Rink @ Uptown Mt. Sterling”.

The Lieutenant Governor’s Volunteer Recognition celebrates the exceptional dedication and service of individuals who have made a significant impact on their communities through volunteer work. This award highlights the transformative power of volunteerism in fostering vibrant and resilient communities across Illinois. “The Rink @ Uptown Mt. Sterling” planning committee received this prestigious award for their tremendous commitment to making the initiative a reality.

Executive Director, Alex Geisler, and Associate Director, Lauren Hayes, attended the Illinois Main Street Awards Dinner this evening to accept the award.

From Denny Vetter on the Haypress Falls Christmas Drive Thru in Greene County:

Information on the Haypress Falls Christmas drive thru for the Boyd Hospital gas card program - As in the past 100% of all donations will go to Boyd - I do not take anything out for expenses - I want to give credit where it is due, as i am not physically able to do it anymore but i have 6 that put it up and took it down last yr. and are working on it for this Yr. - They are Jesse, Gloria,Victoria, Morgan, Gale Buck, Phil Wise, Jay Yount - Christmas animals, Nolan Petting Zoo, Ed & Kosta - New this year is moving taking picture inside with a caribou that is in the deer family but larger - a big surprise here - We will open Nov. 29th, the night after Thanksgiving as we must celebrate all the blessings from our Lord and gathering with family. - To God be the Glory - Please pass the word - More Information later -

Vacant Moble Home Destroyed by Fire Late Thursday A vacant structure was destroyed by fire Thursday night on the east side of Jacksonville. Jacksonville and South Jacksonville Fire Departments were called to the scene of a structure fire in a mobi…

Crime of the Week: JPD Investigating Theft from Vehicle Crime Stoppers of Morgan, Scott & Cass Counties are requesting information to assist the Jacksonville Police Department in their investigation in a recent theft from a vehicle. According to pol…

Jacksonville Man Arrested for Intentinally Running Vehicle into Another Occupied Vehicle A Jacksonville man was arrested early this morning after he intentionally ran his vehicle into another occupied vehicle. 29 year old Michael B. Johnson of the 100 block of South Diamond Court was t…

🎶 F- f- f- foolin? Nope! It’s true. Def Leppard tickets go on sale Nov. 16. Get yours before the end of the year for special holiday prices, and let’s get rocked August 16th at the Illinois State Fair Grandstand! 🤘🎶

🔗 Visit statefair.illinois.gov for more information.

Boyd Healthcare Services Boyd Memorial Hospital serves the residents of Greene County and the surrounding counties. Our mission is to provide quality health care and promote wellness for the residents in our region through Health Services, Information Resources and Education.

DO YOU LOVE LEGO?

“Building with Brick – The Art of LEGO” exhibit at the Jacksonville Area Museum is seeking submissions of area LEGO artists. The exhibit will run from December 1, 2024 - February 28, 2025.

This third-annual exhibit features original and LEGO kit creations from all ages and skill levels. Prizes based on public voting will be awarded in 6 categories:
1) Best Build from a Kit (all ages)
2) Best Original Build (ages 13+)
3) Best Original Build (children ages 8-12)
4) Best Original Build (children ages 0-7)
5) Best Build Highlighting Jacksonville Architecture (all ages)
6) Best Build Highlighting Illinois History (all ages)

This exhibit is one of the most popular events each year at the museum. The public will be encouraged to vote in the favorite builds, with $100 LEGO gift cards awarded to the top vote-getters.

To submit a build, participants can drop off your creation by November 24, 2024 during normal visiting hours at the museum: Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m. Only builds submitted by November 24 are eligible for voting. Participants will be asked to fill out temporary loan agreement.

Please call 217.408.1197 with any questions, or email
[email protected]

Mr. Marx had recently purchased the former Shopko location in Jacksonville, and also owned several other properties along West Morton Avenue.

Thank you to Muddy River News for passing along the information of Mr. Marx's passing.

Tom Marx, area developer and business leader, dies at 74 – Muddy River News QUINCY — Tom Marx, a self-made entrepreneur who ran multiple businesses and developed dozens of properties across Illinois, Missouri and Iowa, died Sunday. He was 74. Marx sold everything from furniture to Christmas trees to fireworks as expanded his business portfolio. He owned a furniture store,...

Illinois College is excited to host the world renowned Vienna Boys Choir this Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. in Rammelkamp Chapel, part of the annual Engelbach-Hart Music Festival. Tickets are FREE, so plan to come early. Learn more at https://www.ic.edu/fas