ROAD CONSTRUCTION NOTICE: WEST LIBERTY ROAD (CH10)
(NEWTON) The Jasper County Highway Department has announced that starting Thursday, September 19th, a portion of West Liberty Road (CH10) will undergo construction for approximately two weeks. The work will […]
46TH ANNUAL OLNEY SQUIRREL COUNT
(OLNEY) A note from the City of Olney, that the 46th Annual “Squirrel Count” is coming up on the first three Saturday mornings next month. In fact, volunteers are needed […]
ORELL FARLEY FOUNDATION GRANTS AWARDED IN JASPER COUNTY
The Orell Farley Foundation has awarded a total of $30,653.29 in grants to eleven organizations in Jasper County, supporting various local projects. Here’s the breakdown of the recipients: Since its […]
ISP NIGHTTIME ENFORCEMENT PATROLS REPORT
In August, the Illinois State Police Troop 9 conducted Nighttime Enforcement (NITE) patrols in Richland and Marion Counties, focusing on impaired driving and occupant restraint violations. During these overnight operations, […]
IT’S NATIONAL FARM SAFETY & HEALTH WEEK
(SPRINGFIELD) During this National Farm Safety & Health Week, all downstate area farmers and ag-related workers are reminded to “think safety first” while working with the fall harvest. Not only […]
ILLINOIS STATE NEWS BRIEF (09/18/2024)
(EAST ST. LOUIS) The bench trial for the challenge to Illinois’ gun and ammunition magazine ban continues in East St. Louis today after starting there on Monday. Plaintiffs argue the […]
WEDNESDAY WEATHER DISCUSSION
(OLNEY/NEWTON) More of the same today weather-wise, with plenty of sunshine and more warmer-than-normal conditions, as a rex block weather pattern remains in place. While we stay dry for the […]
GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL TENNIS RESULTS FROM YESTERDAY
(OLNEY) In girls high school tennis action yesterday: The Lady Tigers excelled in singles matches, winning four out of six: Olney also dominated in doubles, winning all three matches: The […]
BOYS HIGH SCHOOL GOLF RESULTS FROM SATURDAY
(NEWTON) At the Lawrenceville/Red Hill Invitational on Saturday, featuring six schools: Individual highlights from the event: The Eagles were back in action yesterday at Casey.
BOYS HIGH SCHOOL GOLF RESULTS FROM YESTERDAY
(OLNEY) In boys high school golf action yesterday: Olney’s standout performances include: The Co-Match Medalists from Charleston were: Olney will host Lawrenceville/Red Hill at the Richland Golf Club tomorrow. (EFFINGHAM) […]