Category Archives: Local News

Entries are being accepted for the Mattoon Arts Council's 2018 quilt show. Quilts that reflect the theme "Oh My Stars and Pinwheels" are encouraged, but not required. Forms must be turned in by Januar...

The Charleston Carnegie Public Library will host a Preschool Indoor Picnic on Monday, December 11th from 11:30 to 12:30. This is a free program, open to the public. A library card is not needed to att...

The Mattoon Chamber of Commerce's third annual Winter Swing will be February 10th. This miniature golf challenge will take you to different locations throughout the city for a chance to win prizes. Lo...

The Lake Land College Library will host the National Library of Medicine's travelling exhibit, Pictures of Nursing: The Zwerdling Postcard Collection, throughout the month of January. this exhibit exp...

Update: Firefighters in Southern California are battling six major wildfires this morning. Strong Santa Ana winds are expected to fuel the fires throughout the day. State officials say the newest blaz...

This weekend The Lake Ridge Church of Paris is offering two chances to witness a presentation of their Christmas musical/comedy, "The Truest Love." The first show is Saturday, December 9th at 4:00 p.m...

JACKSONVILLE (Dec. 8, 2017) - Gov. Bruce Rauner toured the manufacturing plants of two successful central Illinois businesses this morning as he continued to advocate for the reforms he believes neces...

A benefit for Chad Sponsel will be held this Saturday (12/9) from 4:00-8:00 p.m. at the Toledo Fire Station. They'll be serving chili, vegetable soup, desserts and drinks. Also, you can bid on a varie...

(Charleston, IL) - The Illinois Education Research Council (IERC) has issued an executive summary affirming Eastern Illinois University is one of the top five universities in the state in its service ...

Litchfield Schools Closed Today Due To Flu (Litchfield, IL) -- An Illinois school district is closed due to a flu outbreak. Litchfield schools are closed today as custodians are working to sanitize an...