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PCHS STUDENTS DOCUMENT LOCAL RESIDENTS

“Meet the Faces of Pinckneyville,” a photographic and written documentary about people who make up this community, is now on display at First National Bank in Pinckneyville until mid-February.

WHAT THE PELICAN?

An American white pelican made an appearance at Pyramid State Park's Super Lake last week and while many may have never seen one before in these parts, its stopover is not unusual.

The PCHS Pom-Pon squad gave those attending the Panther versus Sparta game a preview of the kick routine it will perform at Jan. 15 competition in Edwardsville. (Click on the image to view the photo gallery.)

PANTHERS TAKE DOWN SPARTA

The Pinckneyville Panthers defeated Sparta Friday night at Thomas Gym. Stats to be posted later. Click on the image to view the photo gallery.

PANTHERS MEET (AND DEFEAT) THEIR WATERLOO

The Pinckneyville Panthers recovered from a 27-17 halftime deficit to defeat Waterloo 48-40 in front of a sparse crowd at Thomas Gym. The Panthers were led in scoring by Steven Brueggemann with 21 points including 13 of 16 from the free-throw line. The JV squad didn't fair as well, losing 62-55. To view pictures of both games, as well as of the band, cheerleaders and pom-pons, click on the image.

DREAMING OF A WHITE CHRISTMAS

SANTA IS REAL

BY JEFF SMYTH

We learn at a tender age that Santa Claus is omnipresent; keeping track of us at all times and assessing our behavior. He keeps us in awe and wonder and, oftentimes, he is the first authority figure beyond our families whose advice we heed (at least for the moments when we are on his lap or when mom reminds us of his watchful eye when we act up).

As we grow up, however, the glow dims on Rudolph’s nose and we come to the sad realization that our parents are the ones leaving bounty under the tree and taking bites out of the cookies we set out for Kris Kringle.

MEN AND CHRISTMAS SHOPPING; THE REAL STORY

BY JEFF SMYTH

There are only two times a year that most guys I know eagerly shop: when there is a camouflage sale at Bass Pro Shops or at Christmas. One is to fulfill a compulsion that men in Southern Illinois have to dress like foliage from October through March. The other is a ruse for a night of debauchery.

PANTHER BASKETBALL ACTION

The Pinckneyville Post will have a lot of Panther and Lady Panther basketball pictures throughout the season. Check here after each game. Click on the image to view photos of the Panthers' victory over Anna-Jonesboro and loss to Nashville.