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CROSSVILLE MAN ARRESTED FOLLIOWING INCIDENT DURING WHITE COUNTY FAIR DEMOLITION DERBY
White County Sheriff’s authorities have released details an incident that took place at the White County Fair’s Demolition Derby on Saturday, August 10th. The altercation occurred shortly after 7 pm following the conclusion of the power wheels derby for youngsters. During the incident, Jeff Nelson of Crossville was...
FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL BOARD MEETING HIGHLIGHTS FROM THURSDAY NIGHT
The Fairfield Community High School District Board of Education met for their monthly meeting last (Thursday) night in the FCHS Studay Hall with the following actions taking place. The Board approved the consent agenda and the FY25 budget for 30-day review. The Board voted to accept the resignation of Rebecca...
Carbondale PD requests public help finding Richard E. Slomkowski, 67
CARBONDALE, Ill. — The City of Carbondale Police Department asks for assistance finding missing person Richard E. Slomkowski, 67, of Carbondale. According to the department, Richard was last seen on August 13 at about 7:00 p.m. in the area of West Main Street and New Era Road in Carbondale.
Legislator shares concerns about Logan inmate transfers ahead of closure recommendation
(The Center Square) – An Illinois legislator says the Illinois Department of Corrections has begun to transfer inmates out of the Logan County Correctional facility, a move that aligns with the Pritzker administrations’ plans to close two Illinois prisons. Recently, a federal judge ordered that all Stateville inmates must be moved to other prisons by Sept. 30. Lawmakers called that “convenient,” considering the decision aligns with Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s plans...
Pantheon receives 40K for new program
The Pantheon in Vincennes has secured a $40,000 grant from Indiana’s Community Collaboration Fund. This funding will back the “Pantheon Future Founders” program, which targets high school students in Knox and Pike Counties. The initiative will provide entrepreneurial training, mentorship, and practical experience, with support from Vincennes University and the Elmer Buchta Technology Center.
$100,000 winning Powerball ticket bought near Rockford last year remains unclaimed
The Illinois Lottery is seeking the owner of an unclaimed $100,000 winning Powerball ticket that was purchased in Loves Park last September. The winning Powerball ticket was purchased at Road Ranger, located at 7500 East Riverside Boulevard in Loves Park in September 2023. The Illinois Lottery is keen to unite...
Illinois quick hits: Cucumber recall issued; sinkhole impacted Alton park to reopen
Cucumber recall issued Cucumbers in Illinois and 30 other states are being recalled after hundreds of people have reported illnesses linked to salmonella. The CDC identified that 449 people were ill after eating salmonella-laden cucumbers and 125 people were hospitalized. No one has died from illnesses linked to the cucumbers. One of the sources was...
VU Welcomes Students for Fall Semester
Vincennes University is bustling with activity as students return and settle into their dorms and housing for the start of the new academic year. Classes are set to begin on Monday, and this year has been designated by university officials as the “Year of Listening.”. VU President Dr. Chuck...
Drug Nitazene Found in Central Indiana, Linked to Fatal Overdose
FISHERS, IND — A new drug called nitazene, stronger than fentanyl, has appeared in Central Indiana. It was recently connected to a fatal overdose. The Hamilton County Coroner says nitazene is sometimes called the “Frankenstein Drug” because of its potency. Nitazene was found in a 39-year-old man who died. The coroner said the first toxicology […] The post Drug Nitazene Found in Central Indiana, Linked to Fatal Overdose appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
Excitement Builds for Dancing Stars Event
Tickets are still available for the highly anticipated 3rd annual Dancing with the Vincennes Stars event, a charity fundraiser benefiting the Wabash Valley Friendship Clubhouse in Vincennes. The clubhouse provides a supportive environment for individuals diagnosed with serious mental illnesses, helping them connect with others who share similar experiences. Spokesperson...
Couple charged in neglect death of man left on couch in own waste
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Two people in Evansville are charged with neglect of a dependent resulting in death. Our cameras were there as 49-year-old Carmen Groves and 60-year-old Frederick Groves were arrested. They’ve now been booked into the Vanderburgh County Jail. Police say, in June, Frederick Groves called 911...
Dolton Mayor’s Reign Crumbles: Illinois Freezes Funds Amid Corruption Allegations!
DOLTON, IL – The Illinois state comptroller, Susana Mendoza, has taken the unprecedented step of withholding funds from the village of Dolton, citing ongoing non-compliance with state financial reporting requirements. This action comes in response to Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard’s failure to submit necessary financial reports for 2022 and 2023.
Longtime Madisonville jewelry store closing after nearly a century in business
MADISONVILLE, Ky. (WFIE) - A longtime jewelry store in Madisonville will soon be closing their doors for the final time. Clements Jewelry announced with a ‘heavy heart’ on social media that they can no longer compete with bigger stores and online retailers. “After 99 years we have tried...
Opening Meeting kicks off Vincennes University’s 2024-25 “Year of Listening”
VINCENNES, Ind. August 14, 2024 – The 2024-25 academic year at Vincennes Universitybrings a sense of excitement and opportunity as students, faculty, and staff embrace fresh beginnings. Opening Meeting serves as the official start of the new academic year. Faculty and staff gathered on Monday, Aug. 12, at the Red Skelton Performing Arts Center and online for the annual kick-off event.
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