Category Archives: Local News

(Undated) -- We could be in for a wet end to February. Paul Otto with Freese-Notis Weather says Southern Illinois could see a good dose of rain to wind down February, beginning this weekend. According...

(Oblong) -- Oblong officials are announcing that a pair of "solicitor applications" has been approved. Oblong Police Chief, Colton Williamson, says two solicitor applications will be in place beginnin...

(Oblong) -- The Oblong Chamber continues to accept nominations for this year's Chamber Awards. Chamber President Angie Catt says they are seeking nominations for the "Outstanding Business Award," "Out...

(Undated) - The Robinson Police Department continues to accept applications for "entry-level" and lateral transfer officers. Successful candidates may be eligible for a hiring bonus of up to $7,500. T...

(Undated) - Farmers statewide are being reminded that next week is "Grain Bin Safety Week." The Illinois Department of Agriculture and the State Fire Marshal are encouraging Illinois farmers to review...

(Undated) - The Crawford County Health Department is celebrating "American Heart Month." According to the American Heart Association's signature women's initiative, "Go Red for Women," women are less ...

(Undated) -- The application deadline for the 2nd Annual Crawford Memorial Foundation Scholarships is tomorrow. Foundation Representative, Sheri Stodghill, says the scholarships are available to any C...

(Undated) -- Two new names have been recently added to the roster of the Crawford County Jail. According to jail records, on Monday, Shane Huseby was booked into jail on Failure to Appear. Yesterday, ...

(Undated) -- February is Earthquake Preparedness Month, and public safety experts are promoting earthquake preparation. Illinois is home to the New Madrid and Wabash Valley seismic zones, which have h...

(Undated) -- The Better Business Bureau wants to ensure Americans have the tools they need to avoid tax scams. BBB Investigator, Don O'Brien, warns that scammers typically use two different methods fo...