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Carlinville Dragons and Police Department participate in Special Olympic Torch Run

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Carlinville Dragons and Police Department participate in Special Olympic Torch Run

On June 18, members of the Carlinville Dragons and local Police Department ran in the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run to raise awareness and funds for the Special Olympics’ movement. Law enforcement members and Special Olympics athletes traditionally carry the “Flame of Hope” as a prelude to Opening Ceremonies of local competitions. The Dragons and officers were congratulated by the Macoupin County Queens at the finish line. The 2.5-mile run beg Read Article

Final frame at Carlinville’s Bowlero Lanes June 27

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Final frame at Carlinville’s Bowlero Lanes June 27

By: JACKSON WILSON Enquirer Democrat Reporter After 65 years of service, the Carlinville Bowlero Lanes is shutting down its lanes for the last time. June 27 marked the final frames that were bowled on the official final day of business following an open house celebration that was held a couple of days prior. Originally built and operated by the Paul Family, Bowlero first opened in 1960 and quickly became a community cornerstone. In 2007, the Bel…Read Article

Stephen J. “Huntly” Hunt

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Stephen J. “Huntly” Hunt

Stephen J. “Huntly” Hunt, 69 of Carlinville, passed away on Sunday morning, June 29, 2025, at his home in Carlinville. Stephen was born April 27, 1956, in Carlinville, a son of Barry Hunt and Mary Jean (Wheeler) Hunt Rumble. Stephen attended Chesterfield and Carlinville schools. He married Julie Boente, on June 9, 1989 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Carlinville. Stephen was a hard worker and known as a great finish carpenter. Much of his work c…Read Article

Protestors capitalize on manure “gift”

The weekly Tuesday night protest against President Donald Trump and his policies in Carlinville included a surprise counter-protest by Trump supporters. When members of the 5051 and Indivisible organizers showedDonald Trump · Carlinville Read Article

California Redwood Tree, One of Carlinville’s Historic Treasures

By: RUTH GILL Enquirer Democrat Reporter July 4 of 2026 will be the 250th Anniversary of the singing of the Declaration of Independence. The Sons of American Revolution (SAR) goal is to either plant or dedicate 250 trees to be known as a Liberty Tree by next year. There is a tree growing in Carlinville that is going to receive this special recognition which is located at 803 Cherry Street at the North corner of Cherry Street near Alton Road clos…Carlinville · Carlinville Read Article

Third annual Spencer’s Showdown July 11-12 at the Macoupin County Fairgrounds

By: JACKSON WILSON Enquirer Democrat Reporter A tradition to honor late Williams’ Syndrome patient Spencer Hughes will be continuing for a third year at Spencer’s Annual Showdown. Hughes was an avid lover of vehicles and high-horsepower experiences, so his family and friends wanted to put together something that consisted of those very things in memory of Spencer, who died at age 21 in December of 2022 following many complication battles. The ev…Carlinville · Carlinville Read Article

Carlinville Dragons and Police Department Participate in Special Olympic Torch Run

On June 18, members of the Carlinville Dragons and local Police Department ran in the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run to raise awareness and funds for the Special Olympics’ movement. Law enforcement members and Special Olympics athletes traditionally carry the “Flame of Hope” as a prelude to Opening Ceremonies of local competitions. The Dragons and officers were congratulated by the Macoupin County Queens at the finish line. The 2.5-mile run be…Carlinville · Carlinville Read Article

Carlinville school district recognizes retirees at staff appreciation breakfast

From left, are Carlinville school district retirees Jeff Donaldson, Rita Bloome, Carol Kaburick, Susan Sronce, Kelly Kaganich, Amy Ratcliff, Randy Gilmore, Elise Schwartz, Roy Kulenkamp, Janet Kroeschel, and Roy Robinson. Bruce Evans is not pictured. Photo by Ruth Gill. By: RUTH GILL Enquirer Democrat Reporter The Carlinville school district held its end of the year staff appreciation and retirement breakfast. The end of the year breakfast is …Education · Carlinville Read Article

18th annual Britenstine car show in Virden

By: JACKSON WILSON Enquirer Democrat Reporter One option for Dads on Father’s Day weekend was to come out and observe some eye-catching vehicles, or even show off their own, at the 18th annual Fred Britenstine car show in Virden June 14. The Virden square, located right along the historic Illinois Route 66, was buzzing with excitement for food, family-friendly fun and, of course, a large display of wheels that included cars, trucks and motorcycl…Carlinville · Carlinville Read Article

Council considers adding City Administrator role

By ERIN SANSON Enquirer~Democrat Reporter The Carlinville City Council met June 16 for its second monthly meeting. Several topics were discussed such as equipment purchases and a presentation by Frank Miles regarding the role of a city administrator City Administrator Consultant Frank Miles came before the council to deliver a presentation on what a city administrator does and how one might function in the community. Mayor Doug Downey has expr…Carlinville · Carlinville Read Article

Carlinville graduates take final walk at CHS commencement

Senior members of the CHS Choir, sing “Homeward Bound” during the graduation ceremony May 25. Enquirer~Democrat photo by Ruth Gill. By RUTH GILL Enquirer Democrat Reporter The Commencement Exercises for the Carlinville Class of 2025 were held May 25 in the Carlinville High School Gymnasium. The gym was filled to maximum capacity with family and friends. Led by junior marshals Taylor Brandenburg, Elyse Eldred, Riley Owsley, Bailey Rodgers and H…Carlinville · Carlinville Read Article

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