Molly Baxley is one of just eight recipients of The Illinois Conservation Foundation’s prestigious 2025 Conservation Achievement Scholarship. The $2,000 scholarship recognizes high school seniors who have demonstrated outstanding voluntary…
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By Sara Bell Clifford Sunday night, campers file into the dining hall for the first time. They’ve just said goodbye to their parents, met 30-some other bunkmates, and hiked halfway…
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By Sara Bell Clifford They trudged into Pine Alley ready for a little break, but that didn’t last long. “You can explore, but stay where you can hear me,” said…
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From June 22–28, Camp Ondessonk celebrated its 66th summer with the 5th Annual Camp O Day week of giving. Camp Friends from near and far came together once again to…
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By Jennifer Tyler A man of many talents who donates them all to benefit Camp Ondessonk – that is who Stephen “Tip” Belz is. He has built connections and community…
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On June 7, 2025, surrounded by family and friends at the Cathedral of St. Peter in Belleville, Ill., Levi James was ordained to the priesthood. The Mt. Carmel native and…
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