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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.
Daylight saving time and more: What to expect with start of fall less than 1 month away
The start of fall is just under one month away, and with pumpkin spice already hitting stores, many are already looking ahead to the autumn season and what comes with it, including the end of daylight saving time. The annual "fall back" will once again return in Illinois, but not...
2024 election: What to know about voter registration, early voting
The general election season is fully underway with the conclusion of the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago, with voters now looking ahead to the November general election. With the Nov. 5 election just over two months away, the Illinois State Board of Electors has provided voters with a "voting...
Koehler: Local school districts receiving new funding from the state
PEORIA, Ill. – Eighteen area school districts will be receiving nearly $8 million for much needed improvements to classrooms and school buildings. Democratic State Sen. Dave Koehler, of Peoria, says the money is coming from the 2017 Illinois Senate Democrat-backed evidence-based funding formula, which overhauled the way Illinois funds its K-12 schools.
Ahead of 2024 election, women voters in the Chicago suburbs weigh in on top issues
Illinois voters are hoping to gain a better understanding of where both major presidential candidates stand on various topics after Vice President Kamala Harris delivers remarks Thursday night, formally accepting the Democratic nomination. Suburban women came out strong to the polls in the 2020 presidential election. "Women are more than...
Rural Odin man injured in four-wheeler crash
A 64-year-old rural Odin man was injured Thursday afternoon in a four wheeler crash on the West Boone Street Road near the Hotze Road intersection northwest of Salem. Marion County Sheriff’s Deputies say Lyle Talbert of Alma Hatchery Road lost control and ran off into the roadside ditch. While an Air Evac helicopter was originally called, Talbert ended up going to Salem Township Hospital for treatment.
Police Beat for Friday, August 23rd, 2024
A 19-year-old Centralia woman was taken to the Marion County Jail from court on Thursday after she was sanctioned to five days for violation of pre-trial release. Raozhana Hall-Louis was in court for a hearing on a petition to revoke her bond. Marion County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 31-year-old Delonna Ware...
Nashville notes: Fresh tracks from Dolly, Mason Ramsey, David Nail + more
Dolly Parton has released two new tracks from her forthcoming album, Smoky Mountain DNA: the title track and “A Rose Won’t Fix It.” The 37-track project, which pays homage to her heritage, arrives Nov. 15 and is available for preorder now at smokymountaindna.com. It’s a big day...
Salem Grade School Board gets update on building projects
The Salem Grade School Board Thursday night received an update on remaining summer building projects and acted on a number of personnel issues. Superintendent Dr. Leslie Foppe says the new playground outside Franklin Park Middle School will take shape next week. “We’re going to take down the existing equipment. We...
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