Category Archives: Local News

(Undated) - The national average for a gallon of regular unleaded remains largely unchanged from Monday. According to this morning's numbers from GasBuddy.com, the national average is $3.14 a gallon. ...

(Undated) - Halloween can be a dangerous time for pets. Pet Poison Helpline Assistant Director, Ahna Brutlag, DVM, MS, says during the week of Halloween, calls to the veterinarians at the "Pet Poison ...

(Undated) -- The Illinois Department of Transportation, the Illinois State Police, and local law enforcement are reminding motorists to stay safe this Halloween season. The key messages are simple "Dr...

(Undated) - We could see some much-needed rain overnight tonight. According to the latest "Hazardous Weather Outlook" from the National Weather Service, showers and thunderstorms are expected tonight....

(Oblong) - The Village of Oblong is reminding the public of some weekend street closings. According to Oblong Mayor, Teresa Fielder, beginning tomorrow at 4 p.m. South Range Street from the 4-Way stop...

(Undated) - If you've been by Robinson's "Pride Corner" in the last couple of days, you've no doubt seen some working going on. That was Robinson Mayor, Mike Shimer and he says the new "Pride Corner" ...

(Robinson) - The Robinson Chamber and the City of Robinson are already looking toward Christmas. Robinson Mayor, Mike Shimer, says the city is putting the finishing touches on the second annual "Home ...

(Undated) - Harvest appears to be ahead of the five-year average. According to the latest USDA Illinois Crop Progress and Condition Report, corn harvested reached 67 percent, compared to the 5-year av...

(Undated) - The ongoing lack of rain has prompted an increased concern for fires. The National Weather Service's "Hazardous Weather Outlook" says dry conditions and "breezy winds" will lead to the pot...

(Undated) - As a result of the ongoing dry conditions a countywide burn ban is once again in effect. Due to the ongoing dry conditions countywide, Crawford County Sheriff, Bill Rutan, in conjunction w...