Big Give event held at Campus
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December 2nd the Big Give Committee hosted a space for organizations to explain what each was asking for in their Big Give Request.
Petersburg Press
EPJ students mandated Nov. 20
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Five Pope John XXIII Central Catholic students were mandated as lectors and Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EMHC) Thursday morning, November 20th at an all-school 8:15 a.m. Mass. Father John Norman conducted the mandating.
Rueth and Pelster awarded Quilts of Valor
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A large happy crowd attended the American Legion Post 334 supper, including the Quilts of Valor ceremony and silent auction. The hard work of preparing the evening meal was done by Karen Arends and family.
Rae Valley Market closes, still for sale
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Petersburg’s Rae Valley Market closed its doors officially on October 31,2025 remaining open for several extra days selling remaining stock at a discount. A for sale sign has appeared on Highway 14, and the owners are entertaining offers at 402-3865771.
EPPJ to host play performance
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This year, the Pope John XXIII Central Catholic One-Act Team will be performing the comedic play “Virgil’s Wedding” by Eddie McPherson. Join us on Sunday, November 23rd in the St.
Recognition dinner held...
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The Petersburg Fire Department and Rescue Unit held their annual recognition supper Saturday November 1 in the fire hall with social hour at 6 p.m. and supper at 7 p.m.
Cold day for trick or treating...
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Cold and nasty was an understatement for conditions at the annual Petersburg Community Club Trunk or Treat Halloween Day celebration. The little characters were forced to bundle up while filling their bags with goodies.
Story hour and presenter part of Library updates
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The Petersburg Public Library was open for a book checkout and Story hour October 25, 2025. They enjoyed the book “The Little Scarecrow”.
NECC Climbers practice at Petersburg..
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Students in the Northeast Community College Wind Energy program visited the Laredo Ridge Wind Farm near Petersburg on Thursday, October 2. The wind farm is operated by Clearway.
Life Chain held at Pope John...
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The annual Life Chain sponsored by Pope John XXIII Central Catholic took place in Elgin on Sunday, October 5th, from 11:00 to noon. Participants gathered for quiet, public witness and prayer in protest against abortion..
