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One more very hot and humid day before it turns cooler
(WAND) - There is one more very hot and humid day for Central Illinois before it turns cooler. After highs in the 90s Monday with real feel temperatures of 105°-115°, it'll be hot and humid again this afternoon. Highs will be near 90°. Storms dropping into Central...
Empty Illinois Civil War Era House Has Hidden Underground Bunker
You never know what you'll discover when you explore a home that dates back to the Civil War era. That's what happened in Illinois not that long ago when urban explorers found that an abandoned house also included a hidden secret underground bunker. There's no exact location given other than...
Aftermath of attempted Trump assassination impacts political rhetoric in Illinois
(The Center Square) – Politics continue in the aftermath of the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump with both sides in Illinois taking stock of the temperature of the rhetoric this election cycle. In Pennsylvania Saturday, a Trump rally attendee was shot and killed and Trump was injured after a would-be assassin opened fire minutes into the former president’s speech to a crowd in an open air field. The assailant was shot and killed by law enforcement. ...
34 best Illinois colleges ranked for value by Money: See how they rate
Choosing the right college to attend is a task that requires careful consideration from both parent and student. Academic programs, cost, location, and opportunities are a few factors that come to mind before even filling out an application. Finding a college worth the price tag can be especially challenging when...
Central Illinois Weather Update: Scattered Storms and Cooler Temperatures Ahead
Lincoln, IL – Severe thunderstorms are expected across central Illinois today, primarily south of a Taylorville to Danville line. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Lincoln issued an alert for scattered storms, which could bring damaging wind gusts and heavy rainfall. Cooler and drier air is forecasted to follow, offering relief for the latter half of the week.
Trucking company fires second driver in three years for not wearing “buzz cut”
An Illinois trucking company fired a driver for his hair style for the second time in three years last month. 26-year-old Drew Harbey was fired from TMC Transportation in Des-Moines, Iowa on June 23rd during his training after refusing to wear a “buzz cut” hairstyle. “I was one...
Unemployment claims in Illinois increased last week
Initial filings for unemployment benefits in Illinois rose last week compared with the week prior, the U.S. Department of Labor said Thursday. New jobless claims, a proxy for layoffs, increased to 9,475 in the week ending July 6, up from 8,906 the week before, the Labor Department said. U.S. unemployment...
Thousands without power across Central Illinois
UPDATE (10:00 p.m.) — According to Ameren Spokesperson Brian Bretsch, the Incident Management Team has been activated to determine the damage and what resources are needed. They will be working around the clock. Anyone without power is encouraged to report it to Ameren at 1-800-755-5000. Pictures of storm damage...
Sen. Rose leads measure against proposed stricter OSHA firefighting requirements
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — Could volunteer fire departments across the state face the risk of losing those who keep you safe? One Central Illinois lawmaker wants to make sure that doesn’t happen. A proposal from OSHA looks to expand protections for first responders including firefighters, but it focuses on increasing training requirements, medical screenings for […]
Illinois High School Cancels Varsity Football Season
Some high school seniors were crushed when their high school decided to cancel the varsity football season. No Football Season For These Illinois High School Seniors. Football is by far my favorite sport. I played for 8 years, 5th grade, and through high school. I had a blast. I wish I could've played in college but I didn't have the size or skills. It was a big part of my life, especially my senior year. I couldn't imagine not having that experience.
JASPER COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD JULY MEETING RECAP (07/16/2024)
(NEWTON) The Jasper County School Board of Education met for its regular monthly meeting in Newton last night. The Board : approved the payment of all bills as presented : approved the Energy Transition Community Grant for the 2024-2025 school year – a part of the funds will be used for architect fees for a new building addition at Newton Elementary School (2027) with the other grant monies going for roof replacement work at Newton Elementary School (2025) : agreed to purchase a used SUV for District use : approved the District’s Workers Compensation and Property & Casualty Insurance renewals for the 2024-2025 school year : approved the IESA Cooperative Agreement between the Jasper County Junior High School and the St. Thomas Catholic School for girls softball, boys & girls cross country, and girls basketball for the next two school years : approved the ERBA Head Start agreement for the 2024-2025 school year : approved the Title I Schoolwide Plans for all the District Schools : agreed to seek bids for seven new buses and one new mini-bus for the 2025-2026 school year : and in personnel matters – approved the resignation from NES P.E. Teacher Darla Mahaffey – agreed to hire five people for the 2024-2025 school year : Josie Meinhart as NES P.E. Teacher, Courtney Klier as NES Full-Time Substitute Teacher, Valerie Sanguinetti as NCHS Junior Class Sponsor, Dan Blankenship as NCHS FBLA Sponsor, and Rebecca Kocher as a Lunchroom Supervisor/Paraprofessional/Custodian/Bus Chaperone : the next regular monthly meeting for the Jasper County School Board will be August 19th.
Tornado Warnings Around the Tri-Counties Illinois
A Radar indicated tornado warning has been issued for parts of Rock Island, Mercer, Whiteside and Henry Counties. The warning is currently from the Quad Cities to Atkinson but the warning is expected to extend southeast. VERY strong winds have been confirmed with these storms. Funnel clouds have been spotted but any possible spin-up may be rain-wrapped. Stay alert and keep a device with you to stay up-to-date with warnings. Update: Galva, Annawan, and Hoopole are in the extended warning area. UPDATE: 7:28 PM, huge spin-up north of Preemption, headed east towards Sherrard and Orion.
CMH Gift Shop Gets Update and New Name
(Undated) – The “Gift Shop” at Crawford Memorial Hospital has undergone a “refresh, facelift and a rebranding.”. That was Rick Wilson with the CMH Auxiliary. Wilson reminds the public that the “Unique Boutique” and auxiliary are non-profit organizations and all of the proceeds from the gift shop and auxiliary fundraisers go back into the Crawford County Community. Wilson is inviting everyone to stop by and check out the “Unique Boutique” at Crawford Memorial Hospital. The Robinson Chamber is planning a ribbon cutting later this year.
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