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Carlinville High School presents: Shrek the Musical

Get ready to embark on a fantastical journey as Carlinville High School proudly presents Shrek the Musical! From the swampy marsh to the kingdom of Duloc, talented students are bringing the beloved characters of the beloved animated film to life. Shrek the Musical follows the journey of Shrek (Patrick Dunn), a lovable ogre, as he…

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Virden local takes over Jamie’s Diamond Mine

  By JACKSON WILSON Enquirer Democrat Reporter On Feb. 1, the local Jamie’s Diamond Mine jewelry store went under new ownership. Maggie Callarman is continuing the tradition in her hometown of Virden. Callarman is following in the footsteps of Cliff and Kelly Hughes, who owned the long-time business for three decades. With the exception of…

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Matters of employment feature at Carlinville School Board March meeting

By ERIN SANSON Enquirer~Democrat Reporter The Carlinville School Board met on Mon. March 11 for its monthly meeting. The meeting was held at the Intermediate School to give board member a chance to explore the school and Intermediate staff a chance to show off their building and rooms. The meeting was mostly focused on matters…

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Daylight Savings Time begins again on March 10

  By ERIN SANSON Enquirer~Democrat Reporter Residents are reminded to “Spring Forward’ this weekend as Sunday, March 10 at 2 a.m. marks the beginning of Daylight Savings Time. Several attempts have been made throughout the years to establish permanent Daylight Savings time. One recent effort was House Bill 0216, the “Permanent Daylight Saving Time” bill…

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Carlinville Cub Scout Pack 65 holds Blue and Gold Banquet

  Carlinville Cub Scout Pack 65 held their annual Blue and Gold banquet on Feb. 25, at the Elks Lodge. This banquet is the celebration of Cub Scouting. Scouts and their families enjoyed a chicken and pork chop dinner followed by an award presentation. Tiger, Wolf, Bear, Webelos and Arrow of Light scouts earned achievements that…

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Oswald proclaims March Colon Cancer Awareness Month at Carlinville Council

  By ERIN SANSON Enquirer~Democrat Reporter The Carlinville Council met on March 4 for its first of two monthly meetings. Several items were discussed and a proclamation was read by Mayor Sarah Oswald. Proclamation Oswald read a proclamation declaring March as Colon Cancer Awareness Month. Blue is the Colon Cancer awareness color. Blue lights are…

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Whitetails Unlimited Macoupin County Chapter holds annual banquet

  By JACKSON WILSON Enquirer Democrat Reporter The Rustic Venues in Standard City was jam-packed once again for the annual Whitetails Unlimited banquet, hosted by the Macoupin County Chapter, Feb. 24. The evening started with socialization and many activities in preparation for the main event, which consisted of a chicken/pork chop dinner, recognition of veterans…

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11th annual Iraq-I-Roll held in Carlinville

  By ERIN SANSON Enquirer~Democrat Reporter The 11th annual Iraq-I-Roll was held Feb. 17. There were 25 total teams participating at 10 bars around Carlinville. Each year, the proceeds from this event go to support local troops. Putt-putt holes were set up at the Elks Lodge, Moose Lodge, VFW, Wood Duck, Anchor, George Room, Rt.…

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Knights of Columbus Lenten fish fries underway in Carlinville

  By JACKSON WILSON Enquirer Democrat Reporter Yearly fish fries, hosted by the Knights of Columbus, have officially begun in Carlinville. The Knights cook every Friday during the Lenten season, which began Feb. 14 and ends Mar. 29. On Mar. 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29, the Knights will be serving River Fish/Buffalo or White…

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Judge denies McCann’s request for home confinement, orders him held in custody

  Former state senator, third-party governor candidate to be sentenced in June after guilty plea By HANNAH MEISEL Capitol News Illinois After suddenly pleading guilty as his federal corruption trial was wrapping up this week, former state Sen. Sam McCann won’t be released to await sentencing, U.S. District Judge Colleen Lawless ruled Friday. McCann has…

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