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Beloved farmer’s market vendor on the mend after accident
Meet Henry Brockman of Henry’s Farm. Brockman is popular at the Evanston Farmers’ Market. But he hasn’t been at the market yet this year because of an accident. On March 4, Brockman’s tractor ran him over. On March 28, Brockman penned a long email to subscribers...
Northwestern College in Oak Lawn abruptly shuts down after 122 years
Northwestern College, which is located in the south suburbs, has abruptly shut down after 122 years in operation.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe Oak Lawn school made the announcement that it has shut down and closed its doors as of Saturday, July 6.The decision to close the college was made because of financial reasons, a statement from school officials said.Northwestern College issued the following statement about the closure."The difficult decision to cease Northwestern College's operations as of July 6, 2024, was made by the college's administration, after careful analysis of its current and projected fiscal position....
‘Got 'em!' Undercover operation reunites stolen French bulldog with DC owner
It’s been a long week for Yurman, the French bulldog who went from being stolen at gunpoint to loving arms again. Where was he in between? It is anybody’s guess, and Yurman isn’t talking, but it was a long, strange trip, ending with an undercover operation. Yurman’s...
Monmouth Park Spill Sends Hernandez to Hospital
Jockey Jorge F. Hernandez was taken by ambulance to Monmouth Medical Center for “evaluation and X-rays,” according to Monmouth Park Medical Director Dr. Angelo Chinnici, after being unseated from his mount in the third race at the Jersey Shore oval Sunday. Hernandez, a native of Santiago, Chile, who...
Check Your Coins Washington: This Penny Is Worth $66,000
There exists a coin that could you a fair bit of money. What's the coin that could put some serious cash into your bank account? It's another penny! You’d be surprised - It's not as ancient as those ultra-rare, ultra-valuable pennies out there, this hard-to-find one is from the year 2001.
103rd Annual Marshall-Putnam Fair Now Less Than A Week Away
With the 4th of July now in the rear-view mirror, it's time to dive into fair season. The 103rd Marshall-Putnam Fair in Henry officially kicks off Sunday and goes until Saturday the 21st. The week-long party will include: a concert featuring Tracy Lawrence and Confederate Railroad; a demolition derby; truck and tractor pulls; a 5K; a cook-off contest; and of course livestock and fine arts judging.
Last Day of the Niantic Lions Annual Arts & Crafts Show
When you think of 4th of July traditions, it’s picnics, parades, food, and the Niantic Lions Annual Arts and Craft Show, where New England’s finest artists and crafters display their creations. There is also a Food Court featuring a variety of food trucks serving delectable summer delights. New...
Two dead in Saturday crash near Bement
BEMENT, Ill. (WCIA) — Two people are dead following a Saturday car crash in Piatt County that authorities said was caused by impaired driving. Officials with the Illinois State Police and Piatt County Coroner Troy Dunn said the crash happened at 6 p.m. east of Bement. Two cars were involved — a Toyota Corolla and […]
There's a peachier outlook for most southern Illinois orchards this summer
Peach production for the larger orchards in deep southern Illinois appears to have bounced back after a rough year last summer — but it was a second down year in a row for a well-known Metro East grower. “We’re really happy with where our peaches are at right now,”...
Senate GOP Leader talks Republican chairman exit ahead of convention
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — There are only a couple of weeks left until the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, but the Illinois Republican Party is struggling its way onto the convention floor after chairman Don Tracy announced that he will be resigning due to turmoil within the party. “He’s been a good steward of the […]
Crews respond to garage fire Sunday in Peoria
PEORIA, Ill. – Firefighters were called to a home on S. Stanley in Peoria Sunday evening, on reports of a fire. Peoria Fire Chief Steve Rada says when they arrived around 5 p.m., crews found an unattached garage engulfed in flames. They prevented the fire from spreading to the nearby home.
Inland Art: Salt, fire, ceramics
Randall Carlson has been a ceramic professor at Bradley University since 1993, and brings a wealth of experience and a diverse artistic background to his work. The Illinois native studied under Mauricio Lasansky and Keith Achepohl as he earned an M.A. in printmaking from the University of Iowa, and attained an M.F.A. in ceramics from Bradley under the guidance of James Hansen.
Man hospitalized after Saturday night shooting in downtown Galesburg. Police say charges pending
A man remains hospitalized in a Peoria hospital following a late Saturday night shooting in the first block of South Cherry Street. According to a new release, Galesburg Police responded to a report of a shooting in the first block of South Cherry Street around 11:48 p.m. Saturday. Upon arrival, a victim of a gunshot wound was located in the street.
Peoria City clinches playoff berth after 2-2 draw with Des Moines
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Needing a win or a draw in either of their last two games of the season to clinch a playoff berth, Peoria City was able to do so with a 2-2 draw against the Des Moines Menace in their home finale on Saturday. Bradley player DJ Koulai scored in the first […]
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