Category Archives: Local News

One New Name Added to Jail Roster
(Undated) -- One new name was added to the roster of the Crawford County Jail last night. According to jail records, Alissa Correll was booked into jail on a charge of Violation of an Order of Protect...
Tony Collins Feb 19, 2026

This Weekend is "National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend"
(Undated) -- Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois invites cookie lovers across the area to celebrate "National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend" this weekend. According to the Girl Scouts, National Girl Scout Co...
Tony Collins Feb 19, 2026

Gassing Up "Mid-week" Could Cost You More
(Undated) -- If you need gas, avoid filling up "mid-week." According to GasBuddy.com, drivers who avoid certain days and shop around can save hundreds per year on gas. GasBuddy recently released new a...
Tony Collins Feb 19, 2026

USPS Changes Could Cause Issues With Late Mail-In Ballots
(Undated) -- The U.S. Postal Service recently made some "workflow changes" that could impact mail-in ballots in March. Crawford County Clerk, Beckie Staley, says the change could delay or even invalid...
Tony Collins Feb 18, 2026

Fife Opera House Turning 125 in March
(Palestine) -- One of Crawford County's most historic buildings will be celebrating a birthday next month. Since 1901, the Fife Opera House in Palestine has been the backdrop to performances, laughter...
Tony Collins Feb 18, 2026

Margaritas and Masterpieces Tickets are on Sale Now
(Undated) -- Crawford Memorial Foundation invites the public to its next big fundraiser. Margaritas and Masterpieces tickets are now on sale. Tickets are $50 and can be purchased online at Eventbrite....
Tony Collins Feb 18, 2026

One New Name Added to Jail Roster
(Undated) -- One new name has been added to the roster of the Crawford County Jail. According to jail records, Levi Montgomery was booked into jail this morning on a charge of Violation of an Order of...
Tony Collins Feb 18, 2026

Check Your Smoke and CO Alarms
(Undated) - The time change will be here before we know it and once again fire officials say it's a great time to check your smoke detectors. The Robinson Fire Protection District reminds residents to...
Tony Collins Feb 18, 2026

IRS is Reporting Bigger Tax Returns
(Undated) -- You may be seeing a larger tax refund this year. According to the IRS, early filing data shows the average tax refund is up nearly eleven percent. The data shows that through February 6th...
Tony Collins Feb 18, 2026

Robinson Unit 2 Board Meets Today
(Robinson) -- The Robinson Unit 2 Board meets tonight with just a handful of items on the agenda. They are set to get an update on the 1% CSFT progress. They are also set to consider approval of Board...
Tony Collins Feb 17, 2026