Category Archives: Local News

(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...

(Undated) -- Auditions for LTC's production of "Newsies" are coming up. Lincoln Trail College Theater Director, Taylor Dahlberg, says if you've seen the Disney movie and are intimidated by the "gymnas...

(Undated) -- Bitterly cold conditions continue to impact a large portion of the country following the weekend winter storm. The National Weather Service says while the "Cold Weather Advisory" for earl...

(Robinson) -- The Robinson City Council meets this evening. On the agenda in "New Business," they will review an ordinance adopting a revised code of ordinances for the City of Robinson. In other busi...

(Undated) -- Several new names have been added to the roster of the Crawford County Jail. According to jail records, last Thursday, Jason Bogard was booked into jail on several charges of Child Pornog...

(Undated) -- Gas prices have jumped recently, driven largely by oil prices. According to GasBuddy Head of Petroleum Analysis, Patrick De Haan, average gasoline prices have jumped for a second straight...

(Undated) -- State and local fire officials are urging residents to use caution when heating their homes this winter. They remind the public that using your heating systems and alternative heat source...