The FCHS Board met Thursday evening for their regular monthly meeting. With the new board being seated, outgoing board members Chris Miller, JC McDuffee , and Tony Conrad were presented with appreciation gifts for their many years of service to the board. New members seated were Eddie Barbre, Nate Carter, and Derek Smothers. The old board acted on several items before the new board was seated. They included: Certifying election results from April 4, 2023 Approve doors for the gym lobby project at a cost of $47,000 Approve plumbing for the gym lobby at a cost of $2,675 Approve HVAC work for the gym lobby at a cost of $11,600 Approve concrete repair for the gym lobby at a cost of $12,880 Approve roof repair for the gym lobby at a cost of $49,700 The new members were administered the Oath of Office and were seated. At this point, nominations were sought for Board President, Vice President, and Secretary. The following board members were nominated and unanimously elected: Board President M
The National Weather Service out of Paducah, Kentucky has issued a severe heat advisory for the following counties in Southern Illinois: Wayne, Edwards, Wabash, Franklin, Hamilton, Jefferson, White, Williamson, Saline, Gallatin, Johnson, Pope, Hardin, and Massac; as well as parts of Southwest Indiana, Western Kentucky, and Southern Missouri. This heat advisory is in effect from 11 a.m. Saturday through 8 p.m. Sunday. Heat index values could exceed 107 degrees. Our area is already under an extended advisory lasting through Wednesday, with triple digit indices through mid-next week. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or eveni
The Edwards County School District will conduct a pre-school round-up next month for children up to five years old who will not be eligible for kindergarten next year. For students in the Albion attendance area, the screening will be held on March 8
th from 8:30 to 2:30 at the First Christian Church. West Salem students will be screened on the 9
th from 8:30 to 2:30 at the Moravian Church. Appointments are required for the free program; Albion area residents can call 445-2325, and West Salem area residents should call 456-8881.
The Grayville City Council met last night and set a public hearing for Municipal Ordinance Violations and Collection of Fines for March 22