August 20, 2026

A sampling of headlines in this week’s Sidell Reporter. To read the stories that go with this, plus many more articles in this week’s issue, subscribe today to read the Reporter in print and/or online. For details click here.

Inside: Back to School issue. Letters from principals, meet the new staff members, full staff list, 2026-27 calendar and student view points on going back to school.

Flooding prompts bus route checks for 1st day

Excess rain causes flooding

Indianola Board tackles quorum, police officer pay

Salt Fork High library seeks Catlin, JHS yearbooks
The Salt Fork High School Library is seeking year books from Catlin and Jamaica High Schools. If you have an old one and want to donate please drop off at the high school or contact the high school librarian aid, Erica Henry, at 217-427-5331.

Carroll splits fence, cemetery survey cost

Mayor praises Catlin for successful 200th

Storm Golf finishes Bring 5 in second

60 Years; Couple celebrates a lifetime of Love, Faith, Family

Catlin Fire Protection District Report

Sidell village petitions for 3 trustees, clerk can be picked up at town hall

Petition packets for April 2027 election ready at County Clerk’s office Aug. 25

Todd/Foster reunion held in Newark

Jamaica alumni 62, 63 and 64 reunite



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Special Issues Great for Jamaica Alumni
“A Look Back at 39 Years of Cardinal Pride.”
40 pages covering Jamaica sports from 1955-1995. Lots of pictures, stats and memories from fans and athletes. $15-pick up at Sidell Reporter; $17.50 to be mailed.

“The 50th Anniversary of Jamaica High School: 1955-2006” commemorative issue.
32 pages with over 100 photos depicting the first 50 years of Jamaica High School. Includes a list of all graduates and teachers. $15-pick up at Sidell Reporter; $17.50 to be mailed.

“Jamaica High Alumni Photo Album 1956-2015” 64-page album of each senior composite that hung in the hallway at Jamaica High. $15-pick up at Sidell Reporter, $19.50 to be mailed.