Ruma News

Police are investigating the robbery of the Chester National Bank in Red Bud and asking for the public's help in finding the suspects.

At age 16 and cementing her decision to join an order of nuns in Springfield, Sister Charitas Prince apparently hadn't convinced at least one member of her family: her father, William.

Bargain-hungry shoppers found appealing day-after-Christmas prices but less plentiful selections Saturday as retailers cut back on inventories for this year's holiday-ending shopping rush.

Joe Nolan reminisced on Sunday about the only home he ever knew. Nolan, of Virden, visited the Catholic Children's Home during its 130th anniversary celebration.