Category Archives: Local News

IDOR Issues Online Shopping Warning
(Undated) - The holiday shopping season begins in earnest today and authorities are reminding shoppers to be vigilant against potential online threats. Illinois Department of Revenue Director, David H...
Tony Collins Nov 29, 2024

National Average Gas Price Remains Above $3 Mark
(Undated) - The national average has fallen two cents from a week ago. According to this morning's numbers from GasBuddy.com, the national average is $3.03 a gallon. Here in Illinois, the statewide av...
Tony Collins Nov 29, 2024

Winter Mix Forecast for This Weekend
(Undated) -- A mix of rain and snow will move across the region today and tonight. According to the latest "Hazardous Weather Outlook" from the National Weather Service, although most will see little ...
Tony Collins Nov 27, 2024

Santa Hours Announced for Kringle Korner
(Robinson) -- The City of Robinson has announced the dates and times for Santa's visits to "Kringle Korner." The "Jolly Ole Elf" will be at Kringle Korner on December 8th from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Decemb...
Tony Collins Nov 27, 2024

72% of Americans Plan to Hit the Road This Weekend
(Undated) -- Americans are eager to get back on the road and visit loved ones this Thanksgiving. According to GasBuddy's 2024 Thanksgiving Travel Survey, 72% of Americans plan to take a road trip over...
Tony Collins Nov 27, 2024

Be Careful While Deep Frying Your Turkey
(Undated) - If you're deep frying your Thanksgiving turkey tomorrow the U of I Extension says a few basic tips can keep you safe. University of Illinois Extension Food Nutrition Educator, Caitlin Mell...
Tony Collins Nov 27, 2024

Stay Safe While Heating Your Home
(Undated) - The forecast is again calling for falling temperatures and authorities are again reminding people to stay safe while heating their homes. According to the National Fire Protection Associat...
Tony Collins Nov 27, 2024

Robinson City Council Meets Tonight
(Robinson) - The Robinson City Council meets this evening and they have a few items on the agenda. In "New Business," they are set to review and possibly approve several redevelopment items and accept...
Tony Collins Nov 26, 2024
Final Tax Distribution Now Available
(Undated) - Crawford County Treasurer, Rikki Callaway, has announced the final distribution of tax money. Callaway says the final Distribution of Real Estate taxes will be available for pickup beginni...
Tony Collins Nov 26, 2024

Robinson Chamber Announce Boys and Girls Club Ribbon Cutting
(Robinson) - The Robinson Chamber has announced an upcoming ribbon cutting. Chamber Executive Director, Lisa Schaefer, says the Chamber is thrilled to welcome the Boys & Girls Club of Crawford Cou...
Tony Collins Nov 26, 2024