Category Archives: Local News

(Undated) -- Tax season is here and the Better Business Bureau says scammers will again be out in full force. BBB Investigator, Don O'Brien, reminds the public that government agencies like the IRS wi...

(Undated) -- We could be in for another round of snowfall. According to this morning's "Hazardous Weather Outlook" from the National Weather Service, there is a 30% chance of light snow this afternoon...

(Undated) -- Three new names have recently been added to the roster of the Crawford County Jail. According to jail records on Tuesday, Daniel Birch was booked into jail on charges of Unlawful Possessi...

(Robinson) -- The Robinson Chamber is reminding the public to support local retailers following the recent winter storms. That was Robinson Chamber Executive Director, Lisa Schaefer. Schaefer says mis...

(Undated) -- The Robinson Fire Protection District is once again highlighting space heater safety. They are joining the Illinois State Fire Marshal in reminding the public that before you plug one in,...

(Undated) -- The American Red Cross is issuing a "severe blood shortage" warning after the national blood supply fell about 35% over the past month. They say that with a nationwide flu outbreak and wi...

(Undated) -- The artic blast that brought weekend snow is continuing to keep temperatures well below freezing. According to this morning's "Hazardous Weather Outlook" from the National Weather Service...

(Undated) -- A Macomb, Illinois man was sentenced to time in the IDOC during a Crawford County Court appearance last week. According to Crawford County State's Attorney, Cole Shaner, on January 20th J...

(Oblong) -- Despite the snow cover, the Village of Oblong is looking toward the Spring. To learn more about "Freedom Fest" and the commemorative license plates, visit the Oblong Chamber on Facebook.

(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...