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Legislation to Protect Motorcycle Dealerships from Costly Manufacturer Mandates Now Law
HARRISBURG – Legislation sponsored by State Senator Dale Fowler (R-Harrisburg) that works to alleviate burdens being placed on local motorcycle dealerships and address costly manufacturer mandates was recently signed into law. House Bill 4925 amends the Motor Vehicle Franchise Act to prevent a vehicle manufacturer, distributor, or wholesaler from...
Illinois elections official recognizes loophole in ballot drop box voting
(The Center Square) – With early voting just around the corner, an elections official wants to instill confidence in voters around Illinois’ election process. Early voting for the Nov. 5 general election begins Sept. 26 in Illinois. Mail in ballot applications are in the mail to Illinois voters. Requests must be returned by Oct. 31. Tazewell County Clerk and Recorder John Ackerman recently held a roundtable discussion to address concerns...
Jewish groups and Illinois congressman question Kamala Harris’ support for Israel
(The Center Square) – An Illinois congressman and a Jewish nonprofit group share their concerns about Vice President and presidential candidate Kamala Harris' absence during Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s address to Congress last month. Darin LaHood, who serves on the House Intelligence Committee, said he thinks it was disrespectful and un-American for his colleagues and Harris to not be in attendance for the address. LaHood mentioned that Senate President Pro Tempore Patty Murray and 100 of 212 House Democrats didn’t show up. ...
Rory Hoskins on being a Democratic National Convention delegate
On Aug. 5, a majority of Democratic delegates from around the United States voted during a virtual roll call to name Vice President Kamala Harris the presidential candidate for their party. As more than 170 of those delegates from Illinois prepare to attend the Democratic National Convention Aug. 19 through...
Marion Connects announces Wildcats pep rally for Third Thursday
MARION, Ill. (KFVS) - Marion Connects announces a Wildcats kick-off event will take place at this month’s Third Thursday. The event is scheduled for August 15 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Marion Tower Square Plaza. The theme is Friday Night Lights and will celebrate the Marion...
Hamilton Memorial Hospital to Host Fall Health Fair
MCLEANSBORO – Hamilton Memorial Hospital is pleased to offer the annual Fall Health Fair featuring fasting blood draws. it will be held Monday through Friday, Sept. 16-20, from 7 to 11 a.m. at the hospital in McLeansboro. There will be limited availability, so you must call 618-643-5569 to schedule...
Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife responds to reports of dead fish on Ohio River
PADUCAH — Reports have again come in about dead fish on the banks of the Ohio River — something that has become a seasonal trend — but still causes some panic within the community. The fish are mostly Asian or silver carp, an invasive species to the...
December execution date set for man convicted of killing a young Missouri girl
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Missouri Supreme Court on Tuesday set a December execution date for Christopher Collings, who was convicted of raping and killing a 9-year-old girl nearly two decades ago. Collings is scheduled to die by a chemical injection at 6 p.m. on Dec. 3 at the state prison in Bonne Terre, Missouri. He was convicted in the death of Rowan Ford, a fourth-grade student who went missing from her home in Stella, Missouri, on Nov. 3, 2007. Her body was found in a cave six days later. Police said the child had been strangled. A message was left Tuesday with Collings’ attorney. Two men have been executed in Missouri this year — Brian Dorsey on April 9 and David Hosier on June 11. A third execution is scheduled on Sept. 24 for Marcellus Williams.
Paducah Tilghman baseball under investigation by KHSAA
PADUCAH, KY -- The Kentucky High School Athletic Association today confirmed an ongoing investigation into possible rule violations involving the Paducah Tilghman baseball program. The statement from KHSAA did not specify what violations may have occurred, but usually reliable sources with ties to area high school athletics say the investigation...
Calvert City Council approves financing for new gaming venue
CALVERT CITY, Ky. — Calvert City Council approved financing Monday for Churchill Downs Incorporated, with the goal of bringing a historical racing gaming venue in Calvert City. According to a news release from the Calvert City government, the new 23,000-square-foot facility plans to host 250 historical racing machines, a...
9-year-old Henderson girl passes away after fighting for life at hospital
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEVV) — There is a tragic update on a Henderson girl's fight for her life. Family of 9-year-old Lucy Nash shared Tuesday that she had passed away at the hospital. The entire Henderson community had rallied in support of Nash, after she suddenly collapsed on the first...
Ross Furniture to close after 45 years in Jackson
Ross Furniture and Bedding, located at 2310 E. Jackson Boulevard, announced its closure on social media on Tuesday, Aug. 13. The store is set to close within the next 60-90 days, with a closing sale starting on Aug. 15. Photo by Jay Forness. Ross Furniture and Bedding announced it will...
Law Enforcement Training Exercise Today at Ewing Grade School
EWING – Franklin County Sheriff Kyle Bacon says the sheriff’s office, Franklin County Emergency Management, and several other law enforcement agencies will be conducting a training exercise today at Ewing Grade School. You can expect to see a significant law enforcement presence at the school throughout the day.
Candy Sold at Major Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin Retailers Under Urgent Recall
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has upgraded a recall of nearly two dozen candies and snacks sold at major retailers; ones that are very prominent in Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin. This is an urgent recall, for the products in question can cause serious illness, and in rare cases, death.
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