The Washington County Health Department announced on Friday that there have been eight new COVID-19 cases. The new cases included two females and one male in their 30s; one male in his 40s; one female and one male in their 50s; one male in his 60s and one female in her 70s. The IDPH alsoContinue reading “County sees 8 new COVID-19 cases, one more death”
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Prom dress sale to be held at NCHS
The Nashville Community High School Student Council will be hosting a formal and semi-formal dress and accessories sale at Assembly Hall beginning Friday March 12. NCHS students only will be able to shop on Friday from 5 to 7 p.m. The general public will be able to come in to browse on Saturday from 9Continue reading “Prom dress sale to be held at NCHS”
For the first time in nearly a year, Washington County Health Department reports no new COVID cases
The Washington County Health Department reported no new COVID-19 cases over the weekend, according to a press release announced Monday. The WCHD reported the county’s current statistics include three active and one active hospitalization. Other county stats include 1,575 released from isolation, 66 total hospitalized and 28 deaths (18 active, 9 released, 1 untested). TheContinue reading “For the first time in nearly a year, Washington County Health Department reports no new COVID cases”
Hornets clinch conference title
The Nashville Hornets remained perfect in conference play on Friday when they dismantled the Carterville Lions 53-41. NCHS cinched up the SIRR Mississippi title in a road game. The Hornets have won three consecutive Mississippi Division Crowns and 18 in the school history. In a year without a state tournament due to ongoing COVID-19 restrictions,Continue reading “Hornets clinch conference title”
Washington County Health Department has given 1,000 first dose vaccines
The Washington County Health Department said it had received and given first doses of the COVID-19 vaccines for 1,000 people who fit in the Phase 1B The health department said it is now giving second dose as outlined in the Illinois Vaccination Plan. WCHD Administrator Elizabeth Lehde said in a press release that the departmentContinue reading “Washington County Health Department has given 1,000 first dose vaccines”
Nashville alum named to GLVC first team
McKendree sophomore Bryce Bultman was named to the first the Great Lake Valley Conference team. Bultman was one of two players from the Bearcats basketball team to receive All-Conference titles. He was a standout with the Hornets, averaging 14.6 points and nine rebounds his senior year. He helped lead Nashville to its state runner-up finishContinue reading “Nashville alum named to GLVC first team”
Nashville soars past Bulldogs, remain undefeated for season
Hornets handedly defeated conference woe the Sparta Bulldogs on Thursday night, 65-32, improving to an impressive 10-win winning streak. After an 8-8 tie in the first quarter, Nashville expanded its lead shortly before the half and never looked back. The Hornets continued to outscore the Bulldogs. Senior Buzz Ritzel led all scorers with 27 points.Continue reading “Nashville soars past Bulldogs, remain undefeated for season”
State COVID numbers at lowest levels since July
Downward trends in the number of new COVID-19 cases continued Monday with the lowest number of single-day cases since last summer. The Illinois Department of Public Health said Monday that there were 1,143 new cases and 20 deaths, the lowest figures since at least July. Washington County Health Department stated that there were three newContinue reading “State COVID numbers at lowest levels since July”
Area expected to see warmer than normal temperatures
March is a few days away and whether it comes in like a lamb or a lion has yet to be see. But officials and experts are urging residents to be cautious of possible severe storms. The National Weather Service is predicting warmer temperatures and above average levels of precipitation. The National Weather Service inContinue reading “Area expected to see warmer than normal temperatures”
Washington County Courthouse to open to public on March 1
The Washington County Courthouse and county offices will open to the public beginning March 1. According to a press release, the step is “going back to a more normal setting. The county offices include those located in the Washington County Courthouse and the Judicial Center. Those visiting will be required to pass screenings before allowedContinue reading “Washington County Courthouse to open to public on March 1”
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