LOCAL GAMES THIS WEEKEND

(OLNEY) Here’s the Sports Schedule for the Weekend: (OLNEY) In Junior College Basketball tomorrow: The OCC teams are back in GRAC/District action: (NEWTON/OLNEY) In Boys High School Basketball tonight: Seven […]

GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL FROM LAST NIGHT

(NEWTON) The Newton Lady Eagles had a successful road trip to Robinson last night: VARSITY JUNIOR VARSITY The Lady Eagles are back in action tomorrow at Flora. (NEWTON/OLNEY) In other […]

‘WHAT’S HAPPENING’ THIS WEEKEND

(NEWTON) The Christmas Lights in the Park in Newton continue to be lit up each weekend now through January 4th, 2025, in Peterson Park. With dozens of displays set up […]

NEWTON CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 2024 MEETING RECAP

The Newton City Council held a meeting earlier this month where several important decisions were made. The Council approved the annual Tax Levy as presented and authorized a one-year contract […]

RICHLAND COUNTY BOARD DECEMBER MEETING RECAP

The Richland County Board held its regular December meeting in Olney last night. During the reorganization portion of the meeting, the Board selected Travis Paddock as Chairman and Morgan Henton […]

ILLINOIS STATE NEWS BRIEF (12/13/2024)

(SPRINGFIELD) Illinois’ pension situation is getting worse to no one’s surprise. The Commission on Government Forecasting and Accountability reports the total unfunded liability is now at 46% with a taxpayer […]

FRIDAY WEATHER DISCUSSION (12/13/2024)

(OLNEY/NEWTON) We’ll stay dry today with plenty of clouds as little warmer air will start to move into our downstate area by sunset this evening. Then more clouds tomorrow as […]