Author Archives: WJBD Staff
Jr Gold Bowling Nationals In Indianapolis See's Local Flare
It's a busy next few weeks for area youth bowlers as the Jr Gold Championships are being held in Indianapolis at three different sites around the city with thousands of bowlers from around the country...
Jul 13, 2023
KC Cross Country Camp & Fundraiser 5K Coming Up
The Kaskaskia Cross Country Team will be holding a camp on July 26-28 for any age group. This is a great opportunity for any runners looking to gain some extra knowledge, or meet like minded running f...
Jul 13, 2023
Salem Recreation/YMCA Men's Softball Scores From 7/12/23
In Salem Recreation/YMCA men's softball, ABC Pub knocked off SWAG/Pour House 13-3, Iuka State Bank beat SWAG 16-8.
Jul 13, 2023
Vela, Biuk spark late surge as LAFC blanks St Louis City 3-0
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Carlos Vela and Stipe Biuk scored goals 10 minutes apart late in the second half to lead Los Angeles FC to a 3-0 victory over St. Louis City on Wednesday night. LAFC (10-6-6) has ne...
Jul 13, 2023 Jarrett Campbell / CC
Wise World of Wellen presented by Salem Eye Clinic
Wise World of Wellen presented by Salem Eye Clinic 1. Nevada is the only state where you can buy alcohol any hour of the day. There's no designated time that bars must close . . . so there's no mandat...
Jul 12, 2023
Salem Elementary District New Student Registration
Hawthorn and Franklin Park will be accepting phone calls to schedule new students entering the district for the 2023-24 school year on July 31, 2023 August 1, 2023 from 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Appointme...
Jul 12, 2023
POW/MIA Sergeant Howard 'Gordon' Malcolm laid to rest locally 52 years after his death
The remains of POW/MIA Sergeant Howard 'Gordon' Malcolm finally made it home for visitation and graveside services that were held on Tuesday 52 years after his death in North Korea. Surviving niece Th...
Jul 12, 2023 The funeral procession passing under the large US Flag Displayed at the Salem Fie Protection District. Other large flags were displayed by fire departments at Kell and Mt. Vernon. Photo by Bruce Kropp.
IHSA Releases 2023/24 Football Schedules
The IHSA has released the 2023/24 football schedule for the upcoming season. The Salem Wildcats are coming off a disappointing 2-7 season, but look to have a bounce back season with a ton of experienc...
Jul 12, 2023 Photo: Greg Maxey
Salem 10u & 11u All Stars Compete In Respective District Tournaments Starting Friday
Friday will begin both the 11u and 10u District Tournaments. The 11u is coached by Kyle Butts and Salem will open Friday at Mt Carmel playing Olney at 6pm. The winner of the Districts advances to the ...
Jul 12, 2023 Sterling G / CC
Salem Grad Commits To KC Tennis
Kaskaskia College has signed 2023 Salem HS graduate Gracy Alli to the Blue Angels tennis team. Alli was a multi-sport athlete in high school also on the track team.
Jul 12, 2023
