Broadwell News

Ernie Edwards, his wife, Frances, and friend Bobbie Olson pose beside a new mural that was recently erected on the site of the Pig Hip restaurant and museum, which was destroyed by fire on March 5, 2007.

The first phase of the renovation project at West Lincoln-Broadwell Elementary School is drawing to a close.

The first phase of the renovation project at West Lincoln-Broadwell Elementary School is drawing to a close.

Kasey Courtwright didn't expect this. "I never thought this was going to happen," he said.

It's on Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., rain or shine. In Lincoln, four gardens will be open for viewing.

Peoria Metro Construction Inc. will take on West Lincoln-Broadwell Elementary School's upcoming renovation project.

Volunteers Marky Gleason and Bertie Bowns were up to their eyeballs Monday afternoon, in stacks and boxes of everything from used clothing to a new battery charger.

Some local properties may be up for sale for cheap. "The county as trustee acquired them for nonpayment of real estate taxes," said Bill Krieger, sales manager for Logan County's tax agent.

Kelly Aylesworth started dancing under the instruction of Susan Collier at age 5. She's still dancing today, and the only time she took a break was when she was away at college.

Show those pearly whites, Logan County. At least that's what Tara Hennessy would like to see.

Stepsister Livvie Muck and stepmother Meghan Coleman react with Cindy, played by Alyssa Morris, in a dress rehearsal of the West Lincoln-Broadwell production of "Once Upon a Princess." The play's free, public ... via LincolnCourier.com

A fter meeting 10 times from November through March and touring four school districts, a fact-finding committee on consolidation has issued its report. via Lincoln Daily News

“All of the plants come from local gardens, so they will grow here.”

While some people spent April 15 filing last-minute income tax forms, a group of Logan County Master Gardeners braved the icy wind to dig plants for their annual plant sale. via LincolnCourier.com

“People might start keeping their wallets in their pockets if this doesn't turn around”

The business owned and operated by Bill Cosby , his wife, Kathy, and son Andy invites area residents, especially lawn care enthusiasts, to stop by and kick the tires on the full line of Simplicity mowers. via Lincoln Daily News

“It's very promising to see districts making these financial improvements.”

Local schools are earning top honors for being in good fiscal shape. The State Board of Education released a financial profile Thursday detailing school finances, and only one local district missed earning the ... via LincolnCourier.com

The tour will head through Elkhart on June 7 to take a look at the town and the historic John P. Gillett Memorial Arch. via Lincoln Daily News

L ast year, Bruce Huskins had an idea for Logan County. His proposal came to life with the first Logan County Route 66 Garage Sale. via Lincoln Daily News

“It instills a sense of community.”

Turning a dilapidated old restaurant into a historical museum takes a lot of time and work - especially when you start out with no money. via Illinois Times

“Josh has really pumped up the local coverage on our sports pages, and I look forward to watching the enthusiasm he's bringing to the news side blossom into added local news coverage”

Lincoln native Erin Frost has been promoted to news editor for The Courier. Her appointment is one of three in the news department and also is part of a reshuffling of assignments, prompted by the recent ... via LincolnCourier.com

“I thought it was a cool outfit”

Cameron Halpin, an 11-year-old fifth-grader from Central School, won the Logan County Spelling Bee Monday morning in a contest that lasted longer than any county bee since 2001. via LincolnCourier.com