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FFA Builds Well-Rounded Students at Taylorville High School

February 19, 2026

Submitted Photos TAYLORVILLE — Taylorville FFA members are involved in a wide range of activities outside of the agriculture classroom, proving they are well-rounded students who balance academics, leadership, and extracurricular involvement. Many FFA members participate in rigorous class schedules, community service events, and other clubs and organizations offered through Taylorville High School and Taylorville…

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TJHS Students witness live heart surgery

February 19, 2026

Submitted Photo TAYLORVILLE — On Friday, February 4, all 8th-grade students had the opportunity to witness a live heart surgery through a virtual platform. This unique experience was educational and inspiring. Students were able to observe the entire procedure in real time. During the surgery, students were able to engage directly with the surgical team,…

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CEO Spotlight – Autumn Hobbs

February 19, 2026

Submitted Photo SOUTH FORK — Hi, I’m Autumn, a senior at South Fork High school and owner of The Denim Canvas. I design hand-painted and custom-designed jeans and denim jackets that transform everyday denim into wearable art. Each piece is created with intention, allowing customers to showcase their personality, celebrate special moments, or support the…

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Ella Reiss Prepares for a Future in Veterinary Medicine Through FFA

February 19, 2026

Submitted Photo TAYLORVILLE — Ella Reiss has made a strong impact during her time as a member of the Taylorville FFA Chapter through her leadership, involvement, and dedication to agricultural education. One of her many accomplishments includes serving as a Chapter Vice President, where she helped lead meetings, support chapter activities, and represent Taylorville FFA…

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Central A&M FFA Chapter Thanks Farmers With Free Lunch in Moweaqua

February 19, 2026

Submitted Photo MOWEAQUA — Central A&M FFA members are set up and ready to greet farmers as they come through the elevator to offer a free lunch put on by our chapter, to thank them for their hard work and dedication to feeding the world.

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Taylorville Boys Win On Younker Buzzer Beater

February 19, 2026

TAYLORVILLE — Wyatt Younker put together a strong all-around defensive effort Tuesday night, and he saved his biggest moment for last. Younker buried a left-wing three-pointer with 4.2 seconds remaining to lift Taylorville to a dramatic 51–49 victory over Effingham at the Dolph. The shot proved to be the game-winner, capping a back-and-forth contest that…

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Taylorville Girls Advance In Regional Semifinals

February 19, 2026

DECATUR — The Taylorville girls basketball team kept its postseason run alive with a 68–46 win over Lanphier on Tuesday night in Decatur in the regional semifinal round of the IHSA playoffs. Taylorville came out firing, scoring 11 unanswered points to open the game. Lanphier worked its way back into the contest with a strong…

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Central A&M joins 1,000 point Club

February 19, 2026

Submitted Photo MOWEAQUA — Congratulations to Central A&M basketball player Ace Spinner! Spinner was honored prior to a game against Pawnee on Saturday, February 14 for joining the 1,000 point club the week prior. He is the 11th player in school history to score 1000 points. Ace also has the Central A&M Basketball record for…

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Pana Panthers Fall at North Mac 62-50

February 19, 2026

VIRDEN — Pana played North Mac in Virdin on Tuesday, February 17, and while it was a close game, the Panthers tasted their first defeat in a few games with a 62-50 loss against Mirth Mac Panthers. Pana started the game strong and ahead, leading by the end of the first quarter 15-13. By the…

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Edinburg preparing for spring testing

February 19, 2026

Rachel LeBeane Breeze-Courier Writer EDINBURG — The Edinburg Board of Education held a regular meeting on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 6:04 p.m. in the district Media Center. Principal Kevin Qualters informed the Board that the junior, sophomore, and freshmen students at the high school were preparing to stake the ACT and PreACT tests on…

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FFA Builds Well-Rounded Students at Taylorville High School

February 19, 2026

TJHS Students witness live heart surgery

February 19, 2026

CEO Spotlight – Autumn Hobbs

February 19, 2026

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Taylorville Boys Win On Younker Buzzer Beater

February 19, 2026

Taylorville Girls Advance In Regional Semifinals

February 19, 2026

Central A&M joins 1,000 point Club

February 19, 2026

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In The News 7 – February 18, 2026

Check out our In The News segment, where we highlight the week’s headlines. This week we have amazing basketball news out of both Pana and Taylorville, a honorable recognition for Taylorville Memorial Hospital, information on an “Empty Chair” town hall, and so much more!

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