Category Archives: Local News

(Oblong) -- The Oblong Unit 4 Board meets tonight and they have several items on the agenda. In "Old Business," they will hear committee and Academic Foundation reports. They will also discuss and app...

(Robinson)-- Lincoln Trail College Theatre will celebrate five decades of performances, memories, and community this weekend. LTC Coordinator of Marketing and Communications, Chris Forde, says this Sa...

(Robinson) -- The Robinson Chamber of Commerce is inviting local business owners to its upcoming "Small Business Tax Workshop." Robinson Chamber Executive Director, Lisa Schaefer, says the workshop wi...

(Updated) -- The American Red Cross plans to install over a thousand smoke detectors for free to help community partners across the state. The "Sound the Alarm" project provides free smoke alarms to I...

(Undated) -- The National Weather Service is warning the public about bitterly cold weather as bitterly cold air will remain over the area through Friday night. They have issued a "Cold Weather Adviso...

(Undated) - The Crawford County Health Department is celebrating "American Heart Month." They are currently highlighting "women's heart health." According to the CDC, over 60 million women in the Unit...

(Undated) - The Robinson Police Department is once again accepting applications for "entry-level" and lateral transfer officers. Successful candidates may be eligible for a hiring bonus of up to $7,50...

(Undated) -- The Crawford County Sheriff's Department is currently taking applications for Corrections/Court Security Officers. The CCSD is looking to fill the position of Full-Time correctional/secur...

(Robinson) -- The Robinson Unit 2 Board meets tonight for its regular monthly meeting. On the agenda in "Old Business," the board will approve the 2025-2026 course book. In "New Business," they are se...

(Palestine) -- The Palestine Unit 3 Board meets tonight. On the agenda in "Action Items," the board will consider authorizing the Superintendent to seek bids for fuel and trash service for the 2025-20...