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Mattoon man turned troubled past into success, now helps others do the same
MATTOON, Ill. (WCIA) — Curtis McDowell went from a struggle with addiction to rehabbing a house so other men from the area can get a fresh start. The renovated home is now welcoming guests. McDowell said they get help from the church, and assistance finding jobs, but a roof over their heads makes a big […]
Family ties strengthen Greenwave ahead of Coles County Clash
MATTOON, Ill. (WCIA) — The 2025 Mattoon senior class holds a special place in head coach Jarad Kimbro’s heart, especially because it includes his son Cale. “Seeing him mature and just grow as an athlete, as a young man, it’s awesome,” said Coach Kimbro. “He’s a good kid. He works hard. He’s a leader. He […]
Charleston football seeking rivalry win, continuing to build in Halsey’s return
CHARLESTON, Ill. (WCIA) – Charleston football is growing in confidence in year two of Brian Halsey’s second era leading the program. Halsey returned to his role as the head coach of the Trojans in 2023 after eight years away from the program. He says getting momentum back has been easy. “We have great kids that […]
Top of the Morning, Oct. 1, 2024
Oct. 1—Notes from the newsroom — Congratulations to Sports Editor Matt Daniels, named Alumnus of the Year by the Eastern Illinois University Journalism Department. He'll be honored at a Friday luncheon in Charleston. Daniels oversees one of the most accomplished sports departments in the country — regardless of size. The News-Gazette delivered another Triple Crown performance in this year's ...
Community Spotlight: Fall Fusion Fest
CHAMAIGN COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — Champaign County Arts Council and the Urbana Arts and Culture Program joined forces to bring the arts to the forefront of downtown Urbana over the weekend. Elise Hedgspeth, from Champaign County Arts Council, joined WCIA’s Taylor Mitchell to talk about the Fall Fusion Festival. The festival will take place on Saturday from […]
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