Category Archives: Local News

An Altamont teen was injured in a rollover accident yesterday near Farina. According to the Illinois State Police, the accident was caused by a blown rear tire. The driver was taken to St. Anthony's M...

The Mattoon Police Department's annual Cops for Kids drive-through lunch returns to Odd Fellow Rebekah Home November 10th. For five-dollars, you'll get a pulled pork sandwich, chips, pickle, cookie an...

The University of Illinois Extension will present "Nutrition on a Budget," November 15th and 29th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Salvation Army in Mattoon. Classes will focus on shopping and meal...

According to WCIA online, Danville School could be closing down due to a bus company and their Union. Members say they are not happy with First Student and their contracts with them. Drivers are at a ...

The annual Coles County Dodgeball clash between Mattoon and Charleston will be Wednesday, October 25th at 6:30 pm at the MHS main gym. Your admission price is wrapping paper, or a free-will donation, ...

Leaf collection in Mattoon will begin Monday (10/23) and conclude on December 15th. Leaves must be in 30-gallon paper yard waste bags. No Plastic Bags. Bags must be placed within ten feet of the curb ...

Story time for kids 3-7 years old continues October 28th in the Bellenger Teacher's Center at Booth Library. The theme is "Halloween." In addition to stories, the program will feature crafts and activ...

Class 1A Game 9 - #16 Chester (5-4) at #1 Tuscola (9-0), TBA Game 10 - #9 Mt. Sterling (Brown County) (7-2) at #8 Arcola (7-2), TBA Game 15 - # 14 Moweaqua (Central A & M) (5-4) AT #3 Argenta (A. ...

The 2017 Illinois Fall Trout Fishing Season will open on Saturday, October 21st at 54 ponds, lakes, and streams throughout the state. Illinois fishing licenses and Inland Trout Stamps are required, an...

Happening today, October 21st, a benefit for Jennifer Oakley will be held in Greenup, IL at the Village Event Center from 3-10 p.m. There will be plenty of food as well as music, a 50/50 raffle and si...