Category Archives: Local News

The Mattoon Rotary Club's annual food drive was one of the best ever. More than 20,000 pounds of non-perishables were collected, along with nearly $10,000 in cash donations, which will benefit the Mat...

Our condolences to the family of a Mattoon legend. Gene Hoots, whose little ice cream shop expanded into the original Burger King in 1954, passed away Saturday at the age of 90. Visitation will be fro...

An early morning accident yesterday in Jasper County led to injuries to the driver and two passengers. Illinois State Police say 36-year-old Keri Wittgan, of Willow Hill was eastbound on County Road 1...

Jeanne Ives To File For Governor (Springfield, IL) -- The other Republican in the race for Illinois governor is looking to make it official. State Rep Jeanne Ives says she will file her paperwork to r...

Missing Indiana Woman's Car Found In Southern Illinois (Mt. Vernon, IL) -- Investigators in Jefferson County say they've found the car of a missing Indiana woman, but not her. Deputies say they found ...

2018 looks more promising thanks to another successful holiday auction for Mid-Illinois Big Brothers Big Sisters. Despite a smaller than normal turnout, just over $13,000 was raised.

Mattoon will be hosting an Illinois Bicentennial Flag raising at Mattoon City Hall Monday December 4th at noon. This event kicks off a yearlong celebration in Illinois of culminating on December 3rd o...

Santa Claus is coming to the Lake Shelbyville Visitor Center December 9th from 9:00-noon. All kids will receive a free photo with Santa, hot chocolate, milk, and cookies, along with tips from Bobber t...

In this season of giving, we hope you'll consider the greatest gift of all: Life. Our holiday blood drive with the American Red Cross is Tuesday (12/5) from 1:00-6:00 p.m. at the Mattoon American Legi...

Lake Land College is offering a series of dance classes in Mattoon and Effingham. Five different dance styles will be offered including Cha-Cha, Night Club 2-Step, Rumba, Swing, and Tango. Beginner an...