Category Archives: Local News

The Kids Chess Club at the Mattoon Public Library will be meeting on January 27th from 10 to 11 am. This event is an opportunity for kids from grades 2 through 8 to come and play against other players...

(Undated) -- Experts are offering tips for a healthy 2018. While many people may count a membership to a gym among their New Year's resolutions, simple eating habits could be even more effective. New ...

This Friday, December 29th, start celebrating the start to the new year a little early...Douglas-Hart Nature Center in Mattoon Presents New Year Cheer! The event is open to kids 5-7 years of age and f...

(Undated) -- Expect a very cold New Year's Eve as arctic air dives through the United States this week. Forecasters say a new frigid blast is expected to make its way from the northern Plains to the e...

According to the MPD, Mattoon Police arrested Harley V. Runner, 26 of Mattoon, on a Coles County Warrant for the offense of Aggravated Fleeing or Attempting to Elude a Peace Officer. The arrest occurr...

Mattoon Police arrested Racheal M.L. Harris, 28 of Mattoon, for the offense of Possession of Methamphetamine and Possession of a Controlled Substance. The arrest occurred on 12/25/17 in the 2700 block...

According to a press release from MPD, Mattoon Police arrested Jovan Dushawn McNell, 27 and homeless in Mattoon, for the offense of Criminal Trespass to Property. The arrest occurred on 12/27/17 in th...

According to the MPD, Mattoon Police arrested Brad A. Malone, 42 of Mattoon, for the offense of Domestic Battery. The arrest occurred on 12/22/17 in the 1000 block of Charleston Ave in Mattoon. The ch...

Mattoon Police arrested Chelsea C. Lee, 41 of Terre Haute, IN, for the offenses of Battery, Possession of Methamphetamine, and Criminal Damage to Property. The arrest occurred on 12/27/17 in the 800 b...

According to a press release, Mattoon Police arrested Kenneth B. Currie, 50 of Mattoon, for the offense of Forgery. The arrest occurred on 12/24/17 at the Mattoon Police Department. The charge alleges...