‘WHAT’S HAPPENING’ THIS WEEKEND

(OLNEY) The Olney VFW will have its next Queen of Hearts drawing, all open to the public, at 4:00 this Sunday afternoon. The jackpot is now up to $8,238 if […]

NEWTON CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 2024 MEETING RECAP

(NEWTON) The Newton City Council met in regular session this past Tuesday night. The Council : approved the payment of all prepaid bills worth $274,744 and the payment of all […]

ILLINOIS STATE NEWS BRIEF (08/23/2024)

(SPRINGFIELD) Battery maker Gotion is nearing the start of production at its new facility in Manteno. The Chinese company announced plans last September, nearly a year ago, to convert the […]

FRIDAY WEATHER DISCUSSION (08/23/2024)

(OLNEY/NEWTON) It’s another dry and pleasant day on this Friday as a strong surface high pressure continues to control our downstate area weather. After a slightly warmer day on tap […]