Category Archives: Local News

Time is running out to join the Total-Y Wellness Challenge at the Mattoon Area Family YMCA. Throughout the 6-week challenge, you'll complete as many daily missions as possible. And it's not just about...

The Salvation Army of Mattoon will host a Rally Day Roundup tomorrow, Sunday, October 1st from 10:30 a.m. 'til noon. So come on out as there will be food, games, a bounce house, and special guest, She...

More than 1,500 junior and senior high school students will have the opportunity to meet with more than 40 college representatives this year at the annual College Fair and Career Day, Tuesday (10/3) f...

Glo Bingo comes to the Mattoon Eagles Club November 3rd. Proceeds from the night benefit the Mattoon High School P.B.I.S. Program. Tickets are $25.00 in advance, and that includes six cards, glow hat ...

The Mattoon Chamber is holding their Annual Business Expo and taste of the Expo Thursday, October 5th, at the Cross County Mall. Check out all the area businesses and enjoy the finest cuisine the Matt...

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...

United Way of Coles County's 60th anniversary gala will be October 19th at the Mattoon Golf and Country Club. Tickets are $20 each, or you can reserve a table for $250. The event will feature live and...

The Fall Demolition Derby comes to the Cumberland County Fairgrounds October 7th. Thousands of dollars will be awarded in multiple classes. Entry fee is $40 and $25 for a passenger. Grandstand seating...

The Salvation Army of Mattoon will host a Rally Day Roundup tomorrow, Sunday, October 1st from 10:30 a.m. 'til noon. So come on out as there will be food, games, a bounce house, and special guest, She...

Today, Friday, September 28th was day one in the Middle School Baseball State Tournament. Central Illinois was represented in classes 1A and 2A by 3 area teams. Check out the finals and see which team...