Greenfield News

Molly J. Bowers, 17, of Greenfield, was cited for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident and driving in the wrong lane following an accident on Hettick Road, two-tenths of a mile from Hillcrest Drive in Western Mound Township.

Children ages 3 though third grade can attend Greenfield Public Library's summer reading program in June.

Striving to be the best elementary teacher she can be, Julie George of Greenfield has completed the National Board of Professional Teaching Standards Master Teacher Certification program.

More criminal charges were filed Monday against a former Greenfield teacher accused of having sex with a student.

Former area resident Luke Smith is preparing to leave for missionary work in Cambodia.

Lera M. Blasioli, 27, of the 800 block of Herbert Street, Alton, was charged Friday with aggravated battery.

The Greenfield School District's Foundation Committee has wasted no time in establishing the district's not-for-profit foundation since its conception in February.

Having served Greenfield as a mayor for 10 years and as an alderman for six years, not running for re-election on April 7 was not an easy decision to make for Don Chapman.

" Illinois Department of Natural Resources Director Marc Miller today announced the winners of the 2009 Illinois Arbor Day Poster Contest, with the theme "Trees are Terrific...in Cities and Towns!" The first-place award winner in the Illinois poster competition among fifth-grade students from throughout the state is Derek Stoller, a home-schooled ...

The Carrollton Police Department is seeking the public's help with information regarding a stolen vehicle.

April 15th was the final day to send off your tax returns. In the final hours of tax season, the State St.

Greenfield Alderman Charles "Chuck" Morrow was elected mayor of the city Tuesday, replacing Mayor Don Chapman, who did not seek re-election. Morrow, with 232 votes, handily defeated Sandra Schmidt, who had 61 votes, and Randy Henson, who garnered 117 votes.

Andrew Joshua Bishop, 25, was pronounced dead at 5:50 a.m. Saturday, March 28, 2009, at the scene of a pedestrian/vehicle accident on Route 67, north of Carrollton.

Five candidates are seeking four seats open on the Greenfield School Board. Not more than three members from the same congressional township may serve on the board at one time.

The departure of Mayor Don Chapman sets the stage for a three-way race to replace him.

Truck driver Lanny Peacock lost his health insurance when he was laid off in December, but thanks to a longtime physician in this Greene County community, he didn't lose access to health care.

Dr. Gary Turpin has earned a reputation in Green County, Illinois for his bed side manner and his commitment to his community.

One short ad in the Greene County Shopper has gotten a lot of attention for a small-town doctor.

Three students win Silver Medallion Award. March 17, 2009 - 4:07 PM BY MAGGIE BORMAN Three Greenfield High School seniors will be among the area's top academic achievers to be honored at the Silver Medallion ...

Strong storms in the Midwest spawned at least three tornadoes that damaged or destroyed dozens of homes.