Category Archives: Local News

Gas Prices Tick Up But Remain Below Year Ago Average
(Undated) - The national average for a gallon of regular unleaded continues to inch higher. However, it is expected to be around $3.49 per gallon for July 4th, the lowest holiday price since 2021. Gas...
Tony Collins Jul 02, 2024

IDNR Now Accepting OSLAD Grant Applications
(Undated) -- The IDNR is now accepting applications for the next round of Open Space Land Acquisition and Development grants. "OSLAD" is a matching program that provides an advance payment, for develo...
Tony Collins Jul 02, 2024

Keep Your Furry Friends Safe During Summer Fun
(Undated) -- For many people, nothing beats lounging in the backyard on the Fourth of July with good friends and family. However, the ASPCA is reminding pet owners to look out for their furry friends....
Tony Collins Jul 02, 2024

Wet Weather Forecast for July 4th
(Undated) - We could be in for a wet July 4th. According to the current forecast from the National Weather Service, while we can enjoy cooler and sunny weather today and tomorrow, there is a chance of...
Tony Collins Jul 01, 2024

Area Juvenile Recovered Dead from Wabash River
(Undated) - A weekend at the river ended in tragedy for a Sullivan County family. The body of a 15-year-old was recovered from the Wabash River following an extensive search Saturday. According to Cla...
Tony Collins Jul 01, 2024

Gas Prices Slip Lower Over the Weekend
(Undated) - The national average for a gallon of regular unleaded fell five cents over the weekend. According to this morning's numbers from GasBuddy.com, the current national average is $3.47 a gallo...
Tony Collins Jul 01, 2024

Illinois State Gas Tax Goes Up Today
(Undated) - Drivers statewide may notice higher gas prices thanks to new legislation going into effect today in Illinois. The statewide gas tax jumps by two cents to forty-seven cents a gallon. That c...
Tony Collins Jul 01, 2024

NFPA Reminds Public to Grill Safely
(Undated) - Authorities statewide are urging the public to be safe while grilling on the 4th of July holiday. The National Fire Protection Association says on average, just over ten thousand home fire...
Tony Collins Jul 01, 2024

Hot Weather is Forecast to Stick Around
(Undated) - The recent heat and humidity may have been a taste of what's to come. According to Illinois State Climatologist, Trent Ford, the two-week outlook already shows a possibility of "excessive ...
Tony Collins Jun 28, 2024

CCHD Needs Items for Its Comfort Care Bags
(Undated) - The Crawford County Health Department is seeking donations for its "Cancer Comfort Bags." The "Cancer Comfort Bag" program was established in June of 2022 and provides a tote bag filled wi...
Tony Collins Jun 28, 2024