Category Archives: Local News

For Immediate Release - May 25, 2023 Alcohol Safety Tips for Memorial Day Weekend The ILCC encourages safe drinking on Memorial Day and throughout the summer The Illinois Liquor Control Commission urg...

Entries are being accepted for the outdoor quilt show sponsored by the Mattoon Arts Council and Lytle Park, which will be held Saturday, June 10, 2023. Entry forms are available at mattoonartscouncil....

The annual Loop Lake Shelbyville bike ride will be held Saturday, June 10, 2023. Riders have the option of a 22-mile, 34-mile, 48-mile, or a 65-mile ride. Riders must be over the age of 14. If under 1...

For Immediate Release - May 25, 2023 Illinois Governor's Challenge Campaign Launches Resources to Prevent Suicide Among Service Members, Veterans, and their Families Confidential hotline and customize...

Berries and Burgers returns to Strasburg Thursday, June 1, 2023. Come by the community center between 4:30 and 6:30 and enjoy a pork burger or hot dog meal, and locally-grown strawberries with shortca...

The Martinsville Ag Fair Board is having a pork burger drive-thru at the fairgrounds Saturday, May 27, 2023, from 11:00-2:00 or until they run out. Meals are $8.00 each. You can add an extra burger fo...

For Immediate Release - May 25, 2023 Jobs Up in Most Metro Areas, Unemployment Rates Mixed in April SPRINGFIELD - The unemployment rate increased in six metropolitan areas, decreased in five, and was ...

For Immediate Release - May 25, 2023 Lanes reopening where possible for Memorial Day travel Non-emergency closures suspended, work zones still plentiful across the state SPRINGFIELD - The Illinois Dep...

For Immediate Release - May 25, 2023 Lt. Gov. Stratton's Statement on the Passage of House Bill 3345 the Illinois Identification Card Act SPRINGFIELD- To build safer communities and reduce recidivism,...

A benefit breakfast for Coles County Habitat for Humanity will be held at the Mattoon Moose Lodge Saturday, June 24, 2023, from 7:00-10:00 a.m. Meals are $7.00 in advance and $10.00 at the door. To re...