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Downed power line safety tips
FARMERSBURG, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) – If you see a downed power line, move away from it and anything touching it. The ground around power lines – up to 30 feet away, 35 even – may be energized. You cannot tell whether or not a power line is energized...
INDOT 441 “Road Diet,” Paving Set for 2024
The Indiana Department of Transportation is planng a second “road diet” project, to slim down part of Willow Street. The four lane section from just west of U-S 41 to 13th Street will reduced from four lanes to two, with a middle turn lane. Even though the work...
Northern Illinois Thunderstorms: Heavy Rain and Flooding Risks South of I-80
Chicago, IL – Rain and embedded thunderstorms are forecasted to sweep across northern Illinois today, with the potential for minor flooding south of I-80. Areas such as Kankakee, Pontiac, and Paxton could see heavy rainfall, leading to slowed morning commutes and localized flooding. According to the National Weather Service...
Illinois Braces for Severe Thunderstorms and Heat Indexes of 112 Degrees
Lincoln, IL – Illinois residents should prepare for a week of severe weather as occasional thunderstorms and extreme heat are expected to hit the region. The National Weather Service Central Illinois reports that strong to severe thunderstorms are possible, especially on Monday afternoon and evening, as well as Tuesday night.
Study shows certain Illinois hospitals provide below average levels of charity care
(The Center Square) – A new study shows that 340B hospitals in Illinois and around the country are abusing a federal drug pricing program. The 340B Drug Pricing Program was created in 1992 to help struggling, uninsured or otherwise vulnerable patients access more affordable medications. Under the program, drug manufacturers provide discounted medications to qualifying […]
Eastern Missouri and Kentucky Forecast: Scattered Storms, Dangerous Heat Ahead
Paducah, KY – Eastern Missouri and Kentucky residents are preparing for a week of extreme weather as scattered showers and thunderstorms will give way to oppressive heat. The National Weather Service in Paducah, Kentucky, forecasts showers and thunderstorms from Sunday through Monday, with a lower chance of rain persisting through the rest of the week.
Movie theater part of new Village Mall owner's plans
Jul. 27—DANVILLE — A sit-down restaurant and the return of a movie theater are included in plans pitched by the new owner of Village Mall. The city announced on Friday night that Jimmy Virk has acquired two of the three parcels of the 35-acre property and that current tenants — County Market, Ross Dress for Less, Dunham's, Pet Supplies Plus, Bath and Body Works, JoAnn's, Citi Trends, Hibbett ...
Fairbury Results: July 27, 2024 ($50k – Prairie Dirt Classic)
World of Outlaws Late Model Series drivers raced for $50,000 at Fairbury Speedway. World of Outlaws Late Model Series drivers have unloaded in Fairbury, Illinois in search of a $50,000 payout. The 1/4-mile bullring of Fairbury Speedway is set to host the famed Prairie Dirt Classic. View Fairbury results below.
Motorcyclist killed in crash on I-69 in Greene County identified as sheriff’s deputy
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Freedom Alliance leader addresses issues with energy sources
(The Center Square) – Concerns are being raised as solar energy facilities displace Midwestern farmland. The Institute for Energy Research reports that the target for solar operations is increasingly in the Midwest, where government subsidies allow solar companies to pay more to rent land than the farmers feeding the nation. Myke Luebbers of the Illinois Freedom Alliance […]
‘Hometown Heroes’ host camp for next generation of area athletes
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Champaign County native Kylan Boswell knew he wanted to give back to his community when he transferred home to Illinois. “Being from here, you know, a lot of people get back to me when I was a young kid, growing up, trying to get back into basketball,” said Boswell. “When I […]
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