Category Archives: Local News

Celebrate The 125th Birthday of the Fife Sunday
(Palestine) -- One of Crawford County's most historic buildings will be celebrating a birthday this weekend. Since 1901, the Fife Opera House in Palestine has been the backdrop to performances, laught...
Tony Collins Mar 27, 2026

National Average Hits $4 a Gallon
(Undated) -- The national average for a gallon of regular unleaded has hit four dollars. According to this morning's numbers from GasBuddy.com, the national average is $4 a gallon, up a penny from yes...
Tony Collins Mar 27, 2026

Severe Weather and Falling Temperatures Remain in the Forecast
(Undated) -- The latest forecast is calling for the potential for severe weather. According to the current "Hazardous Weather Outlook," from the National Weather Service, isolated to scattered thunder...
Tony Collins Mar 26, 2026

CCEMA Reminds the Public to Stay "Weather Aware"
(Undated) -- With severe weather in the forecast, the Crawford County EMA is reminding the public to be "weather aware." They emphasize the importance of having several ways to receive alerts, includi...
Tony Collins Mar 26, 2026

RPD Now Taking Applications
(Undated) - The Robinson Police Department is once again accepting applications for "entry-level" officers and those seeking a lateral transfer. RPD Chief, Eric Schmidt, says qualified entry-level app...
Tony Collins Mar 26, 2026

Two New Names Were Added to the Jail Roster Yesterday
(Undated) -- Two new names were added to the roster of the Crawford County Jail yesterday. According to jail records, Ransom Stifle was booked into jail on charges of Reckless Discharge of a Firearm, ...
Tony Collins Mar 26, 2026

Crawford County Life to Host "Mental Health and Wellness Fair"
(Undated) -- Crawford County LIFE, a local mental health advocacy and support group, is planning a "Mental Health and Wellness Fair." According to event organizers, the event will include booths by lo...
Tony Collins Mar 26, 2026

National Average Gas Price Holding Steady
(Undated) -- The national average for a gallon of regular unleaded is holding steady at just shy of four-dollars. According to this morning's numbers from GasBuddy.com, the national average is $3.99 a...
Tony Collins Mar 26, 2026

Robinson Palestine Water Commission Announce Flushing Schedule
(Undated) -- The Robinson Palestine Water Commission has announced the schedule for hydrant flushing. They say they will begin the flushing process on April 1st and 2nd in the Northeast section of Rob...
Tony Collins Mar 25, 2026

CCHD Offers Tips to Avoid Tick Bites
(Undated) - The Crawford County Health Department is reminding the public to "Fight the Bite." They remind the public that if you're spending time outdoors hiking, gardening, or mushroom hunting, a fe...
Tony Collins Mar 25, 2026