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Brian Varble of Gillespie, IL joined the Real Rock Army today … brought to you by Sievers Equipment and Sievers JCB!. Brian likes that the music KSHE plays is unmatched and the fact that KSHE is a household name everywhere. He says everyone has heard about this station all over the damn world.
When a Monster Tornado Destroyed 4 Illinois Towns, Took 60 Lives
March 19, 1948 should have been like any typical morning in these Illinois communities. An incoming storm system had other plans. By the time most would wake that morning, a monster tornado had nearly wiped away 4 Illinois towns completely and took 60 lives. That terrible March morning in 1948...
Madison County Fair starts Tuesday
The Madison County Fair starts Tuesday in Highland at the Madison County Fairgrounds. There will be nearly a week’s worth of activities, and a full slate of motorized events in the arena, which doubles as the race track the rest of the year. 4-H activities will dominate Senior Day...
Carlinville prepares to celebrate Super Summer Weekend
It is the last weekend of July, meaning it is Super Summer Weekend in Carlinville. There are many activities going on this weekend and chances to explore and enjoy the Carlinville community. Summer Repertory Theatre. The Summer Repertory Theatre is putting on Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat as this...
New Tentative Trial Set for Troy Man
Subsequent to a ruling at the appellate court level as it relates to the detention of accused violators of the law, a new tentative date has been set for a trial for Matthew Delaney of Troy on charges of alleged aggravated fleeing and eluding from law enforcement authorities in early 2024.
I-270 Bridge Deck Repairs Work Near Granite City Begin July 26
GRANITE CITY – The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced that deck sealing on the bridges carrying Interstate 270 over the Chain of Rocks Canal just west of the I-270/Illinois 3 interchange in Madison County will require lane closures starting, weather permitting, at 9 p.m. Friday, July 26, 2024. One lane will remain open in each direction. All lanes will reopen by 5 a.m. Monday, July 29.
Bethalto Superintendent Addresses Staff Changes, Trust in District
BETHALTO - Following recent resignations and the induction of two new Board of Education members, Bethalto Community Unit School District #8 Superintendent Dr. Jill Griffin sent a letter to the community on July 19, 2024. In her letter, Griffin addressed these resignations. She noted that she legally cannot comment on...
Madison County Circuit Clerk’s Office gets 100% rating for its passport services
The U.S. Department of State recently recognized the Madison County Clerk’s Office for meeting its annual inspection requirements for managing passport applications. “Our Passport Services division received a special certificate of achievement proclaiming a 100 percent rating with zero penalties or deductions on the inspections, Circuit Clerk Tom McRae said.
This 1950s-Style Drive-In Theater In Illinois Will Take You Back To The Good Old Days
Rolling down your car’s windows, the cool breeze of nostalgia hits you as you pull up to the Rt 66 Skyview Drive-In in Litchfield, Illinois. This charming throwback to the golden age of Americana offers an experience that is not just about watching a movie but immersing yourself in a slice of history.
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