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Author Spotlight: Janice Harrington | Ag in the Classroom
Meteorologist Jacob Dickey sits down with Janice Harrington, a local Illinois author and former librarian to hear more about some of her agriculture books and her stories. Connect with Janice on her website here. Some of the books by Janice: Connect more on WCIA.com/agintheclassroom
Small Illinois City Arena Rated Top 100 In U.S. For Ticket Sales
Chicago isn't the only city in Illinois that hosts great concerts and live events. Secondary Illinois City Rising Through The Ranks For Ticket Sales. The Midwest, especially Illinois has been a hub for concerts and live events. There are venues throughout our state that host some of the biggest names in entertainment. Of course, Chicago is a big part of that but other cities are stepping up to the plate too.
Yelp claims Illinois has one of the Top 10 Tattoo Shops in the US
IF (and that is a big if) you are going to get a tattoo, why not have one of the best of the best in the US do the tattoo for you? Here is the place Yelp claims is not only the best tattoo shop in Illinois, but one of the ten best in the entire US...
“Illinois Troops at the Battle of Gettysburg” Leads July 16th TAPS ON TUESDAY
On Tuesday, July 9th, “Taps on Tuesday” was sounded at 6:00 p.m. in a light rain, but the program on “Illinois Troops at the Battle of Gettysburg” was postponed until this week’s “Taps” Program. This week’s program hosts and speakers are Greg Green, Larry Weatherford, and Tara Auter. Rebecca Woodrum will perform the National Anthem, and “Taps” will be presented by Ruth Sowers. “Taps on Tuesday” is held each week between Memorial Day and the day after Labor Day at the Soldiers Circle at Spring Hill Cemetery in Danville. Presented by the Vermilion County War Museum and the Ward Hill Lamon Civil War Roundtable.
Illinois Couple Cannot Explain What Crossed Road in Front of Them
Would you be more likely to believe a strange creature story if it were shared by someone who considers themselves an avid outdoorsman? That's exactly what's just been shared by an Illinois couple who are experienced in the woods, but simply cannot explain what recently crossed a road in front of them.
Fire & Iron Poker Run raises funds for children’s home
This past Saturday, Fire & Iron Motorcycle Club held their 12th annual poker run/fundraiser. According to a news release, the event started in Warden and had stops in Carlinville, Taylor Springs, Mulberry Grove, and ended in Greenville with a silent auction, live auction, attendance prizes and to announce the winner of the run. The top three poker hands won cash prizes which the winners donated all back to the club. All money raised was donated to the Hoyleton children’s home.
Illinois Trying to Remove Your Driver’s License From Your Wallet
If the state of Illinois gets its way, you won't have a driver's license in your wallet anymore. They plan to forcefully take it away and move it somewhere else. This is me predicting that many will not be pleased with the destination while the younger generation will likely be thrilled.
From Makanda, Ill. to Belgium: One Notre Dame student and her dog’s journey to the World Agility Championships
MAKANDA, Ill. (KFVS) - With every bark, jump, and weave, a Notre Dame student and her dog get closer to their achieving their dream. Lauren Ecker lives in Makanda, Illinois, and is a junior at Notre Dame High School in Cape Girardeau. Ecker and her dog Scout, an Australian Shepherd-Poodle Mix, are headed to Belgium on Sunday, July 14 to compete at the Junior World Agility Championships.
This Party has only just begun; Former Racer Bloomer finds home with Savannah Bananas spinoff … the Party Animals
SAVANNAH, Ga. — Former Murray State baseball standout Bryson Bloomer admits that, during his days as a Racer, he was rather reserved, taking an all-business approach the vast majority of the time. He had no idea that his inner alter ego that probably had been screaming to emerge for...
Trey Wall adds to stellar summer resume, wins Rolling Hills Invitational
PADUCAH, Ky. -- In his first time competing in the event, Murray State golfer Trey Wall took home the Rolling Hills Invitational Championship, carding a 7-under-par 65 on Sunday to win by two strokes. Wall, who won the Kentucky Amateur Championship one month ago, recorded 11 birdies and had back-to-back...
Poplar Bluff swimmer finishes 2nd in final meet
For the Cape Aquatic Center, it was the beginning of a new era in swimming. For one Poplar Bluff graduate, it was the end of his career.,. In his final swim meet before going to college at Murray State, Carson Todd finished second place among the 15-18 age division at the SMSC Championships on Saturday, July 13, at the newly renovated Cape Aquatic Center in Cape Girardeau.
Paralyzed goat given second chance at animal sanctuary in Louisville
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A two-week old baby goat with paralyzed back legs has now found a new home in Louisville with a new mode of transportation. Roman the goat was abandoned at two days old. He arrived in Louisville Sunday morning following a 700-mile trip from Kansas City to...
Bizarre Earthquake in Northern Illinois Monday Felt By Hundreds
I've followed earthquakes for decades and cannot remember hardly any earthquakes striking this part of Illinois. It was a jolt that was strong enough to be felt by hundreds and has been confirmed by the USGS. According to the time stamp on the USGS site, this weird north-central Illinois earthquake...
Northern Illinois Braces For High Wind And Derecho Threats Today
The Northern Illinois area just made it through a pretty wild weekend weather wise, and guess what? The terrifying ride isn't over yet, because another round of nasty could be hitting the Stateline area Monday night. Severe Weather Threats in Northern Illinois. On Saturday night I found myself driving home...
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