Category Archives: Local News

IDNR Says Stay Safe While Boating
(Undated) - Authorities statewide are reminding boat operators and passengers to stay sober and wear life jackets while on the water. IDNR Conservation Police are participating in the annual "Operatio...
Tony Collins Jul 03, 2025

Ameren Offering Summer Cost Saving Tips
(Undated) -- We've had some very hot days in recent weeks, and Ameren is offering some tips to keep your home cool. Ameren Illinois Spokesman, Brian Bretsch, says if you decide to crank up the AC, the...
Tony Collins Jul 03, 2025

Property Tax Bills are Due Next Week
(Undated) -- Crawford County Treasurer, Rikki Callaway, is reminding property owners that the first installment of 2024 Real Estate taxes, payable in 2025, will be due next week. Callaway says July 7t...
Tony Collins Jul 02, 2025

Fireworks May Trigger Some With PTSD
(Undated) -- For many of us, fireworks are an essential part of the July 4th celebration. However, they can be a trauma reminder for those who served in combat or went through a fire, explosion, or gu...
Tony Collins Jul 02, 2025

IECC Announces "Letter of Review" for its Paramedic Education Program
(Undated) -- A program offered at one of the IECC schools recently got a significant endorsement. According to Illinois Eastern Community College Director of Marketing and Communications, Chris Forde,...
Tony Collins Jul 02, 2025

2025 Has Seen 129 Tornados So Far Statewide
(Undated) -- 2025 is shaping up to be another big year for tornadoes in Illinois. According to State Climatologist, Trent Ford, Illinois is leading the country in outbreaks. Ford says following an out...
Tony Collins Jul 02, 2025

NFPA Offers Grilling Safety Tips
(Undated) - Authorities statewide are urging the public to be safe while grilling on the 4th of July weekend. The National Fire Protection Association says on average, just over ten thousand home fire...
Tony Collins Jul 02, 2025

CCSO Hiring Full-Time Deputy
(Undated) - The Crawford County Sheriff's Office is looking for a new full-time officer. According to Crawford County Sheriff, Bill Rutan, the department is currently accepting applications for the po...
Tony Collins Jul 01, 2025

IECC "Walk-In Wednesday" Begins Tomorrow
(Undated) -- Tomorrow will be the first "Walk-In Wednesday" at the Illinois Eastern Community Colleges. To learn more about "Walk-In Wednesdays", visit iecc.edu/walkinwednesdays.
Tony Collins Jul 01, 2025

Gas Prices Continue to Trend Lower Headed into Holiday Weekend
(Undated) -- Gas prices continue to slip lower as Middle East tensions cool, according to GasBuddy Head of Petroleum Analysis, Patrick De Haan. De Haan says the national average price of gasoline has ...
Tony Collins Jul 01, 2025