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Illinois Residents Getting Sick Because of a Dangerous Parasite
If you've been feeling sick over the past couple of months, it may be due to a parasite that typically causes more illnesses in the summer months. According to the Centers for Disease Control, they're investigating an "outbreak linked to a food source" which causes a diarrheal illness reportedly due to a parasite called Cyclospora cayetanensis, or cyclosporiasis.
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Wins National Award for Exhibit
SPRINGFIELD – The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum has won a national “Leadership in History” award for its exhibit exploring the many ways and reasons that people have made Illinois their home over the centuries. The exhibit, “Here I Have Lived: Home in Illinois,” is now available online so that people anywhere in the world can explore the lives of immigrants, Native Americans, future presidents and social activists.
Community mourns the loss of longtime paramedic and wife
SULLIVAN COUNTY, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — The Sullivan community mourns the loss of two people who lost their lives tragically Saturday afternoon. According to a Facebook post from the Edgar County Sheriff’s Office, emergency crews were working a traffic accident on Illinois Highway 133 just 2 miles west of Redmon. Illinois State Police confirmed a Ford […]
Part of Springfield Avenue in Champaign to close Monday
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) — Starting Monday, a portion of Springfield Avenue in Champaign will be closed. Illinois Department of Transportation says, this is the section east of Duncan Road. They will be replacing the bridge over Copper Slough. Construction is set to last about five months. A marked detour...
Bobby Pierce Wins Second Consecutive NAPA Gopher 50 at Deer Creek Speedway
SPRING VALLEY, Minn. — Bobby Pierce dug deep like a gopher to win his second consecutive NAPA Auto Parts Gopher 50 at Deer Creek Speedway. The Oakwood, IL driver had to creatively maneuver his way through the stout field of World of Outlaws CASE Construction Equipment Late Model competitors and pass four-time Series champion Brandon Sheppard for his second Gopher triumph.
Brad Underwood weighs in on NCAA tournament expansion
CHAMPAIGN (WCIA) — March Madness could be expanding and Illinois head coach Brad Underwood says he’s preparing for a change. NCAA leaders met last month and are expected to discuss once again this month taking the men’s and women’s basketball tournaments from 68 to either 72 or 76 qualifying teams. It’s a complex change that […]
Farmer City Raceway 7-5; Rocky Ragusa Photos/Results
An overflow crowd was on hand for Fan Appreciation Night. Five divisions were in action, along with Fireworks and a on track autograph session. Stock Car- 1. Jordan Smith #5D 2. Josh Griffith #97 3. Ryan Taylor #5 4. Larry Long #91 5. Darrel Lehigh #71. Heat Race 1. Jordan...
Rose Bowl Tavern hosting CATsNAP Benefit Concert
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — Fans of live music and cats alike are in for a treat this weekend at the 2nd annual CATsNAP Benefit Concert. At the Rose Bowl Tavern from 2-5 p.m. on Sunday, July 7, guests can watch a variety show concert consisting of more than 30 musicians, all while supporting feline friends […]
The Ultimate Guide to Picking and Enjoying Watermelon This Summer
CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – Watermelon is a delightful addition to summer picnics and barbecues. Whether you pick yours up at Ruler Foods or at Urbana’s Market at the Square, we have a few tips for picking and cutting a watermelon to ensure you get the best flavor and presentation.
Sycamore Winery celebrates 7th anniversary and Independence Day
WEST TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTHI) - The Sycamore Winery is celebrating its 7th anniversary and Independence Day. People came out on Saturday for free to enjoy all kinds of food trucks, live music by "Mullet Over." People pulled out their lawn chair to enjoy the event. Daniel Pigg owns the...
A local Vigo County fire department celebrates their anniversary
VIGO COUNTY, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Prairieton Fire Department celebrated their 80th Anniversary with the community early Saturday. The fire department had food, activities, and bounce houses for the folks who came out. They also had a recruitment booth set up for anyone interested in becoming a volunteer firefighter for the department. Deputy Chief Scott Dean […]
A local Terre Haute bakery celebrates 10-year anniversary
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Red Room Cakery had a busy morning celebrating their 10-year anniversary with the community on Saturday. The local bakery was packed within the first hour of being opened with many faces of the community. The celebration had biscuits & gravy, baked goods, pizza, and even Santa and Mrs. Clause payed […]
Woman dead after deputy-involved shooting in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — A woman is dead after a deputy-involved shooting in Springfield early Saturday morning. According to the Sangamon County Sheriff’s Office, around 12:50 a.m., sheriffs were dispatched to a residence in the 2800 block of Hoover Avenue for reports of a “prowler.” Two deputies began to search the area. Around 1:21 a.m., […]
Take a look at the new American Giants Museum in Atlanta, Illinois
ATLANTA, Ill. (WMBD) — Just off I-55, on what’s called Old Route 66, a little museum has opened up in Atlanta, Illinois. If you are a Peorian, you know the 17-foot woman known as “Vanna Whitewall’. Officially, she was known as “Miss Uniroyal, or “The Uniroyal Gal”. In Atlanta, Illinois, there is now a home […]
Indiana and Illinois Arby’s Locations Affected by Franchisee Bankruptcy
After filing for bankruptcy, a small Arby's franchisee is selling some locations and closing others. Miracle Restaurant Group LLC, a company based out of Louisiana has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Miracle owns 25 Arby's locations in Indiana, Illinois, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas. This isn't Miracle Restaurant Group's first Chapter 11 filing according to Nation's Restaurant News,
Iowans flocking to states with no state income tax: IRS data
(The Center Square) – Migration data from the Internal Revenue Service shows that thousands of Iowans are leaving the state for Texas and Florida, which have no state income tax. Texas drew nearly 5,000 residents from Iowa but 3,475 Texans left for the Hawkeye state. The state lost a net $68.3 million in adjusted gross […]
Walmart told their receipt defense is not OK after shopper says he fell for ‘bait and switch’ tactic and was overcharged
AS Walmart is set to again face a lawsuit claiming the retailer misled shoppers about prices, a court has ruled that the company cannot use a defense involving printed receipts. The class action lawsuit, lead by plaintiff Yoram Kahn, has accused Walmart of overcharging shoppers with “bait and switch” tactics by having some prices listed […]
“Best Of” Female Golfer of the Year
Our Female Golfer of the Year for the 2nd straight year is Coree Keagy of Ramsey. Coree put together another very strong season. She was the medalist at 5 different events during her Senior year and helping the Lady Rams to a team record of 13-4-1. Coree also advanced to the Sectional Tournament for the first time, to cap off a very strong season and an elite High School career.
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