Category Archives: Local News

Lake Land College is offering three opportunities this summer for educators to learn more about the ag industry. Ag Institutes are designed for K-12 educators to learn about the wide impact agricultur...

The Charleston Carnegie Public Library will host a pre-school language fair this Saturday (4/16) from 1:00-2:30pm. It'll feature a new collection of books, videos, audio recordings, plus stories and c...

The Embarras Valley Stewards will have another conservation day this Saturday (4/16) at Embarras Ridges, starting at 9:00am. Tools will be provided, but be sure to bring gloves and sturdy footwear. Fo...

Good news for parents of school students in the State of Illinois who suffer from dyslexia. State Representative Patti Bellock has passed legislation out of the Illinois House of Representatives which...

According to 24/7 News Source, Illinois residents would be taxed on how many miles they drive based on a new plan proposed by Senate President John Cullerton. Under the proposal, motorists could be ch...

State Senator Dale Righter (R-Mattoon) is reminding constituents he has a satellite office inside the Fairfield City Hall. Every other Tuesday, staff from Sen. Righter's office will be available to an...

Adoptees would have easier access to the details of their birth parents under a bill being considered by the Illinois House. The legislation would still protect the identities of the parents of a chil...

CTF Illinois will be presenting MuseFest from 11am-6pm on June 4th on the square in Charleston. This art-themed event is welcoming crafters, artisans and musicians to be part of the fun.

The Festival of the Young Child returns to the Cross County Mall in Mattoon this Saturday (4/16) Po, from Kung Fu Panda will be there, and they will have many activities, including: face-painting, cre...