Category Archives: Local News

STREATOR (October 12, 2017) Illinois OSHA is pleased to announce that Teleweld, Inc. is the latest worksite to be recognized for its achievements in occupational safety and health. After completing th...

Don Sol Mexican Grill is going pink for a Breast Cancer Awareness month fundraiser. 10-percent of sales on October 27th will be donated to the Sarah Bush Lincoln Regional Cancer Center. Come support t...

The Tuscola FFA Alumni will have a vendor event this Saturday (10/14) from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Tuscola Community Building. Over 30 vendors are confirmed. Lunch will be available for purchas...

Faith Lutheran Church of Shumway will be holding their 5th annual fall vendor & craft event October 28th from 9:00-2:00. More than 20 vendors will be there, offering everything from books to kitch...

Highway 1250 North and 1450 East in Camargo Township are closed at the Union Pacific Railroad so that crossing can be rebuilt. According to the Douglas County Highway Department, the work should be co...

Galactic Glow Bingo comes to the Mattoon Eagles Club November 25th. Proceeds benefit the Mattoon Fire Department's Operation Sleighride. Tickets are $20.00 in advance, and you can buy at Fire Station ...

EFFINGHAM - Illinois State Police (ISP) District 12 Commander, Captain Cory Ristvedt, announces the results of Nighttime Enforcement (NITE) patrols in Effingham and Fayette Counties during September. ...

The Life Center of Cumberland County will host its annual dinner Tuesday (10/17) at 6:00 p.m. Choose from mostaccioli or chicken, along with seven-layer salad, potatoes, roll and pie. Board members wi...

Mattoon Police arrested seven juveniles on vandalism charges this week. Officials say four girls and one boy were arrested for allegedly egging vehicles in the vicinity of 23rd and Marion. In the othe...

The Mattoon Public Library's annual fundraiser will be November 9th from 5:30-7:30 p.m. For a $25.00 donation, you'll enjoy wine and hors d'oeuvres and can bid on silent auction items. Must be at leas...