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Looking to find Fourth of July activities? You'll have to travel a little farther this year

Randolph County Celebrate our Freedoms and Veterans: July 1-6 exhibit encircling the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution monument in the Plaza of Flags at the Randolph County Courthouse in Chester. Each member of the NSDAR traces her ancestry to a Patriot who aided the effort of liberty. Patsie Hopkins, a member of the Liberty Bell of the West Chapter, has set up this exhibit honoring all the Patriots recognized by the 54 members of the Liberty Bell of the West Chapter. Visitors are asked to wear masks and socially distance themselves.
Herald Tribune staff report Jul 1, 2020 10:00 AM
Shawnee National Forest opened campgrounds, restrooms this week

On Thursday, June 11, the Shawnee National Forest opened some campgrounds and restrooms.
Submitted by Richy Rosado Jun 25, 2020 4:41 PM
2020 Du Quoin State Fair canceled

The Du Quoin and Springfield state fairs are being canceled for 2020, the Illinois Department of Agriculture has announced.
Du Quoin call staff report Jun 25, 2020 4:40 PM
Join the Chester library chat with homegrown mezzo, Angela Young Smucker

The Chester Library is offering residents a chance to join in a Zoom conversation with Chester native Angela Young Smucker, the talented mezzo-soprano who is singing around the world.
Submitted by the Chester Public Library Jun 3, 2020 1:59 PM
Perry County Fair canceled for 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has done what world wars, a Depression, natural disasters and even the influenza epidemic of 1918 could not do in the 164-year history of the Perry County Fair -- stop it from being held.
Du Quoin Call staff report May 29, 2020 9:53 AM
The show will go on, we hope: CHS Theater's 'Shrek' rescheduled for July 16-19

Let the third time be the charm. The Chester High School production of "Shrek the Musical" will go on if Director Brenda Coop has anything to say about it.
By Jim Beers May 7, 2020 10:59 AM
Join Chester library via Zoom for history talk on CCC in southern Illinois

The public is invited to join the Chester Public Library via Zoom for a free area history program at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 28, when Kay Rippelmeyer will discuss the Civilian Conservation Corps in southern Illinois. Rippelmeyer is a southern Illinois native and author of the book, "The Civilian Conservation Corps of Southern Illinois." Her presentation for the Chester Public Library will feature the history of the C.C.C. and their work in Randolph County in the 1930s and early 40s.
Submitted by the Chester Public Library Apr 22, 2020 1:43 PM
Tickets on sale for 2020 Street Machine Nationals in Du Quoin

Tickets are now on sale for the Continental Tire Street Machine Nationals at the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds in Du Quoin, to be held Friday, June 26 through Sunday, June 28.
Courtesy of the Street Machine Nationals Apr 8, 2020 11:00 AM
'Shrek: The Musical': Opening night for CHS musical is just two weeks away

After months of preparation, the opening night of "Shrek: The Musical" is only two weeks away. "This will be a fun musical with tons of great music and dancing," said Brenda Coop, Chester High School theater director, "and a very entertaining family-friendly show."
By Jim Beers Mar 3, 2020 4:52 PM
Chester Public Library events

Enjoy these upcoming activities at the Chester Public Library, 733 State St. (618) 826-3711. Movie Night: 6:30 p.m. on Feb. 20. "A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood," the story of Fred Rogers, is rated PG. Free popcorn provided. Registration for this event is appreciated.
Feb 5, 2020 6:22 PM

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