Category Archives: Local News

Indiana Releases School Report Cards, Grades Meaningless (Indianapolis, IN) -- Indiana's latest school report card doesn't mean a thing. The state's Department of Education yesterday released this yea...

Retirement Income Tax Latest In Progressive Tax Debate (Springfield, IL) -- The latest conversation about the progressive tax that will be on Illinois' ballot next month is focusing on taxing retireme...

An Evansville, Indiana man was arrested this morning in connection with the murder of a teen who was initially reported missing in 2014. 24-year-old Brodey Murbarger was taken into custody without inc...

According to the Illinois State Police, a head-on collision this morning claimed the life of 28-year-old Richard Reed III, of Mount Carmel. Reed was eastbound on Route 50 when he crossed over into the...

For Immediate Release - October 7, 2020 Illinois State Museum to Host Social Justice in Museums Series SPRINGFIELD, Ill. - The Illinois State Museum (ISM) will host four virtual-panel discussions as p...

For Immediate Release - October 7, 2020 40 Business Organizations Join Chamber to Oppose Progressive Tax (Springfield) - The Illinois Chamber of Commerce announced today that a total of 40 business or...

The Fall Crappie Jackpot comes to Lake Shelbyville November 14th. Check-in and registration will start at 6:00 a.m. at Wilborn Creek boat ramp. Entry fee is $80 per boat. If you'd like to sign up or n...

The Salvation Army is taking applications for bell ringers. You must have a valid photo ID, and your signed social security card. Apply at 1300 Richmond between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. weekdays.

The Arcola Masonic Community Center will host a drive-thru pulled pork supper on October 23rd from 4:30 to 7:30. Meals are $10 each and also include baked beans and coleslaw. Reserve tickets at 217-25...

The Lincoln Heritage Chapter of Pheasants Forever's Young Guns are welcoming new members. Open to kids in 4th to 12th grades, this program teaches boys and girls about proper handling of firearms and ...