Category Archives: Local News

Near Perfect Weather Forecast for Weekend Events
(Undated) - Flat Rock and Oblong couldn't have asked for better weather for this weekend's events. Whether you are headed to Flat Rock for Homecoming or Oblong for town-wide garage sales and the Antiq...
Tony Collins Aug 09, 2024

"End of Summer Carnival" Set for Next Weekend
(Robinson) - The City of Robinson continues to put the finishing touches on the "End of Summer Carnival." This three-day event kicks off on Thursday, August 15th with the carnival opening from 5 p.m.-...
Tony Collins Aug 09, 2024

Gas Prices in Illinois and Indiana Slip Lower
(Undated) - The national average for a gallon of regular unleaded has ticked up slightly. According to this morning's numbers from GasBuddy.com, the national average is a penny higher than Monday at $...
Tony Collins Aug 09, 2024

July "Butterfly Award" Winner Announced
(Robinson) - The City of Robinson has announced the July winner of the "Butterfly Award." According to City officials, the July "Butterfly Award" goes to 103 North Walters. The winner will receive a $...
Tony Collins Aug 08, 2024

Robinson to Host Solar Q and A Tomorrow
(Robinson) - The City of Robinson will be hosting a "Solar Q and A." City officials say to slow down door-to-door soliciting, Prolux Energy has agreed to hold the session for all residents interested ...
Tony Collins Aug 08, 2024

Oblong Town-wide Garage Sales and the Antique Tractor Show Begin Tomorrow
(Oblong) - Oblong is going to be busy this weekend. The Oblong Chamber of Commerce is reminding the public to visit Oblong for the Antique Tractor and Engine Show and town-wide garage sales. This year...
Tony Collins Aug 08, 2024
Help Justin Lycan Clean Up From 2023 Tornado
(Undated) -- The United Way of Crawford County and the Crawford County Tornado Committee are organizing a "Community Day of Caring." The "Community Day of Caring" will be used to help local farmer Jus...
Tony Collins Aug 08, 2024

School Buses Will Back on the Road Soon
(Undated) - The summer months have certainly flown by and very soon Crawford County students will start heading back to the classrooms. Crawford County Sheriff, Bill Rutan, is reminding motorists to b...
Tony Collins Aug 08, 2024

NSC Offers Backpack Safety Tips
(Undated) - It's back to school time and the National Safety Council has a few things to keep in mind when picking a backpack for your child. Make sure the backpack is the correct size for your child....
Tony Collins Aug 08, 2024

Lincoln Street Bridge Work Continues
(Robinson) - Work continues on the bridge on Lincoln Street. In a recent post on social media, the City of Robinson says progress continues and they are still expecting a late September or early Octob...
Tony Collins Aug 07, 2024