Category Archives: Local News

BBB "Scam Tracker" is a Great Resource to Avoid Scams
(Undated) - There will always be someone trying to make a quick, dishonest buck. The Better Business Bureau has a tool that can help you stay ahead of the scammers. BBB Investigator, Don O'Brien, says...
Tony Collins Apr 16, 2025

Law Enforcement Salute 911 Dispatchers During "National Public Safety Telecommunications Week"
(Undated) -- This week is "National Public Safety Telecommunications Week." It was established in 1981 by Patricia Anderson of the Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office in California to recognize the d...
Tony Collins Apr 15, 2025

Robinson Gearing Up for Spring Clean Up
(Robinson) -- Robinson residents will soon have a chance to get rid of some extra trash. The City of Robinson's "Yard Waste Spring Clean Up" will run from April 28th to May 2nd. Republic's "Spring Cle...
Tony Collins Apr 15, 2025

Space for Latest CMH Wellness Workshop is Going Fast
(Undated) - Crawford Memorial Hospital says space is going fast for its next "Wellness Workshop." The third of the "Lunch & Learn" workshops will be held April 25th at Quail Creek Country Club and...
Tony Collins Apr 15, 2025

Gas Prices May Have Hit Yearly Peak
(Undated) -- Tariff concerns and the restoration of production have driven gas prices lower. According to GasBuddy Head of Petroleum Analysis, Patrick De Haan, following oil's sharp drop over the last...
Tony Collins Apr 15, 2025

Today is Tax Day and Average Refund is Higher than 2024
(Undated) - If you've been putting off filing your taxes, your time is up. Today is the federal tax deadline for most Americans. Today is the last day to send in returns or file for an extension. Acco...
Tony Collins Apr 15, 2025

Hardinville Boil Order Continues Following Main Break
(Hardinville) -- A boil order remains in effect for Hardinville Water customers following a Sunday water main break. According to the Hardinville Water Company, customers who live on Route 1 on the Ea...
Tony Collins Apr 14, 2025

Route 33 Flagged as "No Passing Zone" During Road Work
(Undated) -- Authorities remind the public that no passing is allowed on Route 33 between Robinson and Oblong. Ambraw Asphalt crews continue the resurfacing work, and they have flagged Route 33 betwee...
Tony Collins Apr 14, 2025

CCHD is Offering "HeartSaver CPR" Class
(Undated) - The Crawford County Health Department is offering a life-saving class. The CCHD will be offering a "HeartSaver CPR Class" next Monday, April 21st. The cost of the class is $25, and it will...
Tony Collins Apr 14, 2025

Illinois is Offering Financial Literacy Resources
(Undated) -- April is "Financial Literacy Month," and the state's top investment leader wants to improve financial literacy across Illinois. Illinois Treasurer, Michael Frerichs, says from 401Ks and 5...
Tony Collins Apr 14, 2025