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Community Spotlight: Community Foundation of East-Central Illinois
CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) — The Community Foundation of East-Central Illinois is a foundation that provides grants to nonprofit organizations in nine counties in Central Illinois. The grants can be used for any durable goods — anything that is hard and durable. Allison Winters, the President and CEO of the Community Foundation, came on The Morning […]
DNC notebook: Moore takes a (hot dog) stand, Warnock recalls his Baltimore days
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore and Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker engage in a different type of dog fight, and Sen. Raphael Warnock shows off his Baltimore bona fides in a speech to the Maryland delegation at the DNC.
Northern Kentucky sees increase in crypto illness cases, disrupting water activities
WILDER, Ky. (WKRC) -A waterborne illness has been found at a splash pad in Northern Kentucky, and this isn't the first time it has happened in recent weeks. Dozens of cases of cryptosporidium, or crypto, have been reported across Boone, Campbell, and Kenton counties. Suzanne Roberts from Independence was unsure...
Evergreens Plant Shop, Coffeehouse, and Wine Bar celebrates grand opening in Paducah
PADUCAH — Evergreens Plant shop, Coffeehouse, and Wine Bar celebrated its grand opening Friday on Alben Barkley Drive in Paducah, selling tea, coffee, plants, wine, and food. Jean Alford and her husband are the owners of the new shop, and she said the business was born out of a...
City to get grocery store for the first time in over two decades
HORNERSVILLE, Mo. (KAIT) - The city of Hornersville has not had a grocery store in 22 years, but that’s changing soon. The Bootheel town may be known for its watermelon, but it is still considered a food desert. A massive fire destroyed the sole grocery store in Hornersville in...
Motorcyclist Arrested after Allegedly Pointing Gun at Person in Mt. Vernon
MT. VERNON – A Mt. Vernon resident is facing gun-related charges for allegedly pointing a gun at someone while driving a motorcycle on Broadway. Mt. Vernon Police say just before 5 p.m. Thursday, officers responded to the incident after being notified about what happened by the reporting party. The...
Mt. Vernon City Council Purchases Additional Surveillance Cameras
MT. VERNON, IL — The Mount Vernon City Council Monday approved a measure to waive bidding requirements and purchase additional cameras for the city’s public surveillance system. Specifically, the city will add cameras and improve the existing system in the Veterans Park area for a cost of about $173,322.
Videos Show Fireball Turn Night into Day Thursday Over Illinois
This was one of the most widely-viewed fireballs of the year so far. Hundreds saw a meteor explode over Illinois and many captured videos of the event that briefly turned night into day over the Land of Lincoln. The American Meteor Society confirms that this fireball appeared over Illinois at...
Urgent Recall of Fudge Sold in Illinois Due to Dangerous Mold
There are few things more disgusting in life than when you grab what you're expecting to be a delicious food item only to learn that it's been taken over by mold. It's more than just annoying and now there's an urgent recall in Illinois due to fudge that has the potential to be a mold monster.
As Fall Arrives Look For These Birds Migrating Through Illinois
We are getting into migration season in the mid-west. If you enjoy birding or just want to be aware, there’s a chance you could spy any of these fowl passing through the area. Ruby Throated Hummingbird Make sure your hummingbird feeders are full and have Coneflowers, Honeysuckle, Columbine, Iris and Aster for a welcoming buffet of nectar. Ten...
Great Value apple juice recalled due to arsenic
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Refresco Beverages US Inc has issued a voluntary recall for Great Value 8oz Apple Juice six packs due to a level of inorganic arsenic above the industry guidelines. According to the enforcement report, the products were sold in multiple states, including Illinois, Indiana and Kentucky. The recalled products have a listed […]
Deadline for Summer EBT fast approaching
The deadline for enrollment for 2024 Summer EBT benefits is Aug. 31. Summer EBT, also known as Sun Bucks, provides families with school-aged children with a one-time benefit of $120 for summer groceries per eligible child. Benefits are benefits distributed on an electronic benefit transfer (EBT) card. “This benefit is...
So. Indiana Area McDonald’s Restaurants Support Local Schools with “Fries for School Supplies” Fundraiser
Who knew that indulging in a delicious order of McDonald’s fries could make such a big difference in our community? From August 26th to 30th, local McDonald’s owner-operators are turning their fry boxes into tools for change with the "Fries for School Supplies" fundraiser. During these five days, 10% of all à la carte fry sales will be donated directly to local schools.
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