Category Archives: News

Area Woman Back Home Following Saturday Search
(Undated) - An area woman is back home safe and sound following a brief search Saturday. According to Crawford County Sheriff, Bill Rutan, 84-year-old Sharon Difinder was reported missing Saturday aft...
Tony Collins Dec 11, 2023

Local Gas Prices Fall Below $3
(Undated) - Gas prices continue to fall nationwide. The current national average for a gallon of regular unleaded has fallen to $3.13 a gallon, down seven cents from Friday. Here in Illinois, the stat...
Tony Collins Dec 11, 2023

Dealing with Grief During the Holidays
(Undated) - The holiday season can be a wonderful time of year unless you are dealing with loss. Experts say the grieving process varies for each person. The website grief.com suggests ways to cope in...
Tony Collins Dec 11, 2023

Illinois Seniors Could Get Discount License Plate Sticker
(Undated) - Qualifying Illinois Seniors can once again save on their license plate sticker renewal. Last year, Illinois senior citizens who met income qualifications were able to get their license pla...
Tony Collins Dec 11, 2023

Missing Woman Found
(Undated) -- A missing area woman has been found. According to Crawford County Sheriff, Bill Rutan, 84-year-old Sharon Difinder, has been found. She reportedly showed up at the Montgomery Township bui...
Tony Collins Dec 09, 2023

Authorities Searching for Area Woman
(Undated) -- The Crawford County Sheriff's Department is asking for the public's help in finding a missing woman. According to authorities, the search continues for 84-year-old Sharon Difinder. She wa...
Tony Collins Dec 09, 2023

Robinson Chamber Highlights Weekend Christmas Activities
(Robinson) - The Robinson Chamber of Commerce is reminding the public to celebrate the Christmas season this weekend in Robinson. Chamber Executive Director, Lisa Schaefer, invites everyone to enjoy t...
Tony Collins Dec 08, 2023

Gas Prices Continue to Trend Lower
(Undated) - The national average for a gallon of gas continues to trend lower. According to GasBuddy.com, the current national average is hovering around $3.20 a gallon, down two cents from Monday and...
Tony Collins Dec 08, 2023

Marathon Uses Loud Noise to Deter Birds
(Robinson) - Those that live in close proximity to Marathon may hear something strange. In an effort to ensure the safety of the bird population Marathon will be using loud, short bursts of sound from...
Tony Collins Dec 08, 2023

Drive Safe During Holiday Travel
(Undated) - Authorities across the state are reminding drivers as they plan to head "over the river and through the woods" for Christmas, stay safe. Motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of injury...
Tony Collins Dec 08, 2023