Category Archives: Local News

The following is a letter from EIU President, David Glassman on the current financial state of Eastern Illinois University.   Dear Campus Community, As I am sure you are aware, our state leaders ...

Hot weather may be headed to Illinois this week. The National Weather Service says temps in the central part of the state could reach the upper 80's by Friday. High's may jump into the low 90's the fo...

The annual Alex Russell Memorial Kids' Fishing Derby will be this Saturday (6/11) at the Lake Charleston spillway. It's free and open to kids 5 to 15 years of age. Registration will be from 8:00-8:30a...

The Illinois Department of Public Health is confirming the first human case of the West Nile Virus in the state this year. Officials say an adolescent in west-central Illinois became severely ill late...

From the Illinois State Police: Tonight, June 6th through tomorrow morning, June 7th, Interstate 74 eastbound at Prairie View Road/Exit 174 will be closed from 9 PM to 6 AM for an emergency road repai...

According to ABC News, the popular Snack Cake Brand Hostess has recalled many of their popular treats including Ding Dongs, Zingers, and Donuts. The cause for this recall is due to "Undeclared Peanut ...

What have you done for your community lately? The team at the Mattoon Area Family YMCA invites you to join them on "Serve Day," June 25th, from 8-10am. If you have two hours to spare, you're welcome t...

The 52nd annual Riviera Regatta will be this weekend at Lake Mattoon. You're welcome to bring your lawn chairs and a picnic basket to the beach and enjoy. Races begin at 1:15 Saturday afternoon and at...

Mattoon Police arrested 40-year old Steven L. Fryer at 3:23 a.m. Saturday on North Route 45. He was charged with criminal damage to property. According to the report, Fryer allegedly used his head to ...

A Mattoon man faces charges of aggravated battery after an incident Friday night. According to the Mattoon Police Department, 25-year old Chester R. Trueblood was allegedly armed with a metal rod and ...