First National Bank in Pinckneyville invites shutterbugs to submit pictures of winter scenes to be featured in its lobby display case. If you have a picture that captures the season please send it This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or click on the Post It icon on this page and upload it. The pictures will be printed and mounted so make sure they are at least 1 megabyte or larger. Enjoy these winter scenes courtesy of the Pinckneyville Post and add to the display. Click on the image to view more.

Applications for two $500 scholarships are now available at the University of Illinois Extension office located at the Perry County Government Building, 3764  Ill. 13/127 south of Pinckneyville. Those pursuing degrees in agriculture or consumer and environmental science are eligible. Applications must be submitted by April 1.

The Pinckneyville Panthers dispatched Steeleville 76-42 in the opening round of the Duster Thomas Classic Monday morning. Kyle Lamb led all scorers with 18 points. The Panthers face Olney at 8:30 p.m. Monday night and return Tuesday morning for an 11:30 a.m. tipoff against Carterville. Final round action starts at 4 p.m. Tuesday with match-ups to be determined. Click on image for more pictures.