Articles by Mary Koester

SIGNS–The new five minute parking and tow away zone signs have been installed in downtown Red Bud. Red Bud Police Chief John Brittingham would like […]

At their April council meeting, the City of Red Bud approved joining the Illinois Public Works Mutual Aid Network (IPWMAN). This week IPWMAN proudly welcomed […]

SWIMMERS OF THE WEEK–Named this week as the Red Bud Waverunners Swimmers of the Week were: Kate Jones and Hudson Mehring. Pictured are: Jones, Coach […]

STATE DEGREE RECIPIENTS–The Red Bud High School FFA had several members recognized with state degrees at the Illinois State FFA Convention. Recipients were: in front: […]

Illinois Free Fishing Days are June 19-22, and the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) invites families throughout the state to enjoy the opportunity at […]

OPENING CEREMONIES–Drum Major Malcolm Duncan is pictured leading re-enactors off of the parade grounds during opening ceremonies at the Fort de Chartres Rendezvous on the […]

CITIZEN OF THE YEAR–Recognized as the 2026 Evansville Citizen of the Year was Sonny Kisro, second from left. He was presented the award at Monday […]

THROWING THE FIRST PITCH–To celebrate his 101st birthday, local baseball legend Floyd Melliere was able to throw out a ceremonial first pitch at a St. […]

CELEBRATING 250–Members of the Daughters of the American Revolution’s Liberty Bell of the West Chapter asked the Randolph County Board of Commissioners if they could […]

The Missouri and Illinois Departments of Transportation announced that they will host a ribbon cutting ceremony to commemorate the opening of the Don Welge Memorial […]