September 2, 2026
After last week’s win over Bronte, the football team, cheerleaders and band rushed Victory Hill on the west side of Findlay Field to celebrate as the band played the fight song. Nora Davis, photo. See additional photos on page 7.
Yellowjacket Football (1-0)
BULLDOGGIN’ A LONGHORN
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Menard’s Kade Bannowsky gets a hold of a Bronte ball carrier during the Jackets’ 60-0 swamping of Bronte last Thursday. Bannowsky recorded 3.5 tackles and 3.5 tackles for loss against the Longhorns. The Jackets will host Rochelle this Friday at 7:30. Nora Davis, photo.
Courtesy photo.
CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTS
Menard County Sheriff’s Office Weekly Calls Report
Mack Davis brings down a Bronte Longhorn during the Jackets’ home game on Thursday, Aug. 27, 2026. Davis also completed an 11-yard touchdown in the 60-0 win. Wesley Compton (25) and Hunter Squiers provide backup.
Becky & Charles Anderson celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on an Alaskan cruise. “We decided we had to read the Menard News while we were in Skagway, Alaska.” The couple is seated on the Stampeder Statue. Charles said a German speaking Australian was courteous and took their picture. “We enjoyed the trip but are glad to be back in Menard!” Thanks to the Andersons for taking us along!
Judge Allen Amos
Mary Darlene Sides Davis
Juanita Estrada Ortega
