Category Archives: News

Stay Safe During the Upcoming Eclipse
(Undated) - The eclipse is just around the corner and health experts are warning the public to be safe when viewing the upcoming solar eclipse. They say while everyone wants to see it, it's important ...
Tony Collins Apr 04, 2024

Tollway Scam Continues
(Springfield, IL) -- Officials with the Illinois Tollway Authority say they've shut down the latest impostor scam, but motorists should be aware the scam may still persist. The scam involved fake text...
Tony Collins Apr 04, 2024

Mullen's Made the "Final Four"
(Palestine) - Mullen's Imitation French Dressing has made the "Final Four" for the title of 2024 "Coolest Thing Made in Illinois." Presented by Comcast Business, the competition celebrates the incredi...
Tony Collins Apr 03, 2024

Saturday Marks Final "Dumpster Day" for Oblong Residents
(Oblong) - The Village of Oblong is reminding residents and Village of Oblong property owners, that this Saturday marks the final chance to unload some extra trash. Oblong Mayor, Teresa Fielder, says ...
Tony Collins Apr 03, 2024

LaMotte Fire Department Says Their Dumpster is NOT for Public Use
(Undated) - The LaMotte Fire Department recently took to social media to "clear up any confusion." According to department officials, the dumpster located at the LaMotte Fire Department is not for pub...
Tony Collins Apr 03, 2024

Robinson Parks Department is Putting Finishing Touches for the Daffodil Festival
(Undated) - The Robinson Parks Department will be hosting the Daffodil Festival on April 13th at the Robinson City Park. According to Karnell Fiscus there are nearly one-hundred vendors signed up for ...
Tony Collins Apr 03, 2024

More Stormy Weather in the Forecast
(Undated) - The worst of last night's stormy weather stayed north of our area. However, we are not out of the woods yet. According to the National Weather Service "Hazardous Weather Outlook," another ...
Tony Collins Apr 02, 2024

Oblong Mayor Reminds Public to Leave Utility Markers Alone
(Oblong) - Fiber optic internet is coming to Oblong. According to Oblong Mayor, Teresa Fielder, Metro Communications has informed Oblong Public Works they will begin their fiber optic work in the vill...
Tony Collins Apr 02, 2024

Robinson Looking Toward the Future
(Robinson) - The City of Robinson continues to look toward the future. Robinson Mayor, Mike Shimer, says they are waiting on the data gathered during last month's "Comprehensive Plan" open house. -Shi...
Tony Collins Apr 02, 2024

GasBuddy Says Refinery Shutdown Could Affect Prices
(Undated) - Gas prices could see a jump following a recent refinery shutdown here in Illinois. According to GasBuddy Head of Petroleum Analysis, Patrick DeHaan, Exxon-Mobile plans to shut down their J...
Tony Collins Apr 02, 2024