Wet and Stormy Weather Returns to Our Forecast
(Undated) -- We could be in for some wet and stormy weather. According to this morning's "Hazardous Weather Outlook" from the National Weather Service, thunderstorm chances are expected Friday through early next week. However, "the severe weather threat is uncertain at this time." The current foreca...
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No Charges Will be Filled in March 26th Incident Following Grand Jury Ruling
(Robinson) -- No charges will be filed in the March 26th incident involving an adult male from Indiana and a juvenile. According to Crawford County State's Attorney, Cole Shaner, he presented the evidence from the thorough investigation conducted by the Crawford County Sheriff's Office to a grand jury. He explains that...
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Palestine Village Board to Hold "Special Board Meeting"
(Palestine) -- The Palestine Village Board will hold a "Special Board Meeting." On the agenda, the board will discuss and approve the purchase of a John Deere Zero Turn Lawnmower for the DPW and discuss and approve the 2026-2027 appropriation and budget for the General and Sewer Fund. The Village Board meets ...
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Oblong Public Works to Flush Hydrants Next Week
(Oblong) -- Oblong Public Works has announced upcoming hydrant flushing. Oblong residents are advised that beginning Monday, May 18th, weather permitting, OPW employees will be flushing fire hydrants. They say during this time, it's possible you may see some discoloration in your water. If so, allow your faucet to run ...
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LTC 56th Commencement Ceremony is Friday
(Undated) -- Lincoln Trail College will say farewell to another graduating class this Friday. That was Program Director of Marketing and Communications Illinois Eastern Community Colleges, Chris Forde. Forde says that those who can't make the ceremony in person will be able to watch a live stream. The 56th Commencemen...
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Robinson City Council Meets Tonight
(Robinson) -- The Robinson City Council meets this evening. In "New Business," the board will review an ordinance annexing 11313 North Trimble Road to the City of Robinson, an ordinance authorizing the borrowing of money by the City of Robinson, and an ordinance authorizing the purchase of 11385 North Trimble...
May 12, 2026
Hutsonville Village Board Meets Today
(Hutsonville) -- The Hutsonville Village Board meets this afternoon. The board will consider a motion to approve a "Model Housing" Ordinance, a lien release for 402 N. Main, and an agreement for part-time law enforcement employment. In other business, the board will hear the finance and personnel committee me...
May 12, 2026
Unit 4 Board Accepts Resignation of Parker Havill
(Oblong) -- The Oblong Unit 4 Board accepted the resignation of a teacher during last night's "Special Board Meeting." According to Unit 4 Officials, after returning from closed session, the board accepted the resignation of Parker Havill as High School Teacher, effective at the conclusion of the 2025-2026 sc...
May 12, 2026
Gas Prices are Likely to See Another Spike
(Undated) -- Gas prices briefly pulled back, but another surge could be coming. According to GasBuddy Head of Petroleum Analysis, Patrick De Haan, average gasoline prices declined in just six states over the last week, with Indiana experiencing some of the steepest relief after the state temporarily waived both its exc...
May 12, 2026
May is Mental Health Month
(Undated) -- May is Mental Health Month. Each year, millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental illness. During May, agencies across the nation strive to raise awareness, fight the stigma, provide support, educate the public, and advocate for policies that support people with mental illness and their...
May 12, 2026
Unit 4 Board to Hold Special Meeting Tonight
(Oblong) -- The Oblong Unit 4 School Board will hold a "Special Board Meeting" this evening. On the agenda, the board will go into closed session to discuss appointment, employment, compensation, litigation, performance, or dismissal of specific employees. They will then take action upon appointment, employme...
May 11, 2026
CCHD Looking for Input on "Community Health Needs Assessment"
(Undated) -- The Crawford County Health Department is asking for the public's input. The "Community Health Needs Assessment" survey will help identify areas of need and inform the development of a "Community Health Improvement Plan." According to the CCHD, every five years, local health departments ...
May 11, 2026
Three New Names Added to Jail Roster
(Undated) -- A trio of new names have been added to the roster of the Crawford County Jail. According to jail records, on Friday Jolene Jourdan was booked into jail on charges of Unlawful Possession of Cannabis, Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance, Unlawful Possessio...
May 11, 2026
CMH Says It's "Athletic Physical Season"
(Undated) - Crawford Memorial Hospital is reminding student-athletes and their parents that it's time to begin the athletic physical process for the 2026-2027 sports seasons. CMH says each athlete must be pre-screened by the CMH Athletic Training Staff before having an athletic physical. The prescreening is an opportun...
May 11, 2026
Gas Prices Continue to Trend Lower
(Undated) -- The national average for a gallon of regular unleaded continues to slip lower. According to this morning's numbers from GasBuddy.com, the national average is $4.49, a nickel lower than Friday. Here in Illinois, the statewide average has fallen four cents from Friday to $4.95 a gallon. Across the Wabash in ...
May 11, 2026









