KEITHVILLE, La. (AP) — A vast and volatile storm system ripping across the U.S. killed at least three people in Louisiana, spinning up tornadoes that battered the state from north to south, including the New Orleans area where memories of 2021′s Hurricane Ida and a tornado in March linger.
Daily Hope: The Good News of God’s Love
December 16, 2022 By Leave a Comment
Christmas is all about Good News. But it’s not the good news of special gifts. It’s not the good news of a big meal. It’s not even the good news of spending time with friends and family.
Republicans must stand united in 2024 and learn key lessons from midterms
December 16, 2022 By Leave a Comment
It has been an absolute honor to serve as chairwoman of the Republican National Committee, and I am proud of the changes our committee has strategically implemented to strengthen our party, take back the House, and retire Nancy Pelosi.
December 16, 2022 By Leave a Comment
Kay Francis Bullock-Mulkeytown, IL
December 15, 2022 By Leave a Comment
Kay Francis Bullock, 79, of Mulkeytown, passed away on Wednesday December 14, 2022 at her home.
She was born October 29, 1943 in Akin, IL to Newman and Zelma (Whitlow) Haithcoat. She married John O. Bullock on June 30, 1989 and he survives of Mulkeytown.
She is also survived by her children Rodney Potts and special friend Carey of Carterville, John Thomas (Mary) Bullock of Royalton, Cindy (Greg) Webb of Mulkeytown, Pamela Bullock of Royalton and Sherry (Chad) Risley of Sesser; grandchildren Heather (Jamie) Anderson, Bridgette Ingersoll, Bryson (Alexa) Potts, Joshua Bullock, Sydney (Cole) Naseman, Samantha (Jacob) Polzin, Brianna (Josh) Wilson and Dalton Risley and several great grandchildren and great great grandchildren and one brother Haskel Haithcoat of Akin.
She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother James Haithcoat.
A Memorial Service for Kay will be held on Saturday December 17, 2022 at 2:00 PM at the Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher with Rev. Kurt Jensen officiating. Visitation will be on Saturday from 12:00 PM until the time of the service at 2:00 PM at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the West Franklin Historical District and will be accepted at the funeral home.
For more information go to our website www.gilbertfuneralhomes.com
No. 8 John A. Logan rolls to win over No. 6 Vincennes
December 15, 2022 By Leave a Comment
CARTERVILLE — Unbeaten no more.
The nation’s sixth-ranked and previously undefeated Vincennes Trailblazers met their match Wednesday as the eighth-ranked John A. Logan College men’s basketball team rolled to a 44-27 halftime lead en route to an 80-64 Region 24 victory over the visitors from Indiana.
Illinois again leads nation in gun background checks No cash bail, proposed gun control could drive more sales
December 15, 2022 By Leave a Comment
(The Center Square) – Illinois is on pace to lead the nation again this year for the number of firearm background checks and one legal expert expects the numbers will only increase.
Republican lawmakers criticize proposed Illinois gun control measures
December 15, 2022 By Leave a Comment
(The Center Square) – Republican lawmakers are pushing back against a proposed measure at the Illinois statehouse that would outlaw the sale of certain semi-automatic firearms and magazines and attempt to stop anyone under 21 from legally buying a gun.
Gays, You’re Not Black
December 15, 2022 By Leave a Comment
For at least a half-century now, every special pleader in America has made the following argument: Yeah, but what if we were black?
Why no one should rejoice over Biden’s still-awful inflation numbers
December 15, 2022 By Leave a Comment
If you listen to the White House, the latest inflation data is cause for celebration, like an early Christmas gift to America. Yet nothing could be further from the truth. Inflation is still crushing American families, and there’s no financial cause for rejoicing—a sad situation during the holiday season.
