State News

Avoiding Tick- And Mosquito-borne Illnesses

Friday, May 11 by Jc Tinsley

As the weather warms up, we’re starting to see ticks and mosquitoes. The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is reminding people about simple precautions they can take to avoid bites.“Ticks can carry diseases like Lyme disease, spotted fever, and ehrlichiosis, while mosquitoes can...

National “Run for the Wall” Ride to Stop in Mt. Vernon

Thursday, May 10 by Jc Tinsley

The annual “Run for the Wall” motorcycle ride will, once again, stop in Mt. Vernon this year on Tuesday, May 22nd at 12:30 p.m. This is the 30th year Mt. Vernon has welcomed Run for the Wall riders. More than 500 bikers will...

Olney woman sentenced in federal court for methamphetamine offences

Thursday, May 10 by Jc Tinsley

Vickie L. Sanders, 57, of Olney, IL, was sentenced on May 9, 2018, to 120 months in federal prison for methamphetamine-related offenses, Donald S. Boyce, United States Attorney for the Southern District of Illinois, announced today. Sanders previously pleaded guilty to six counts in a federal indictment.Count...

Illinois and Missouri law enforcement officials host missing persons event

Tuesday, May 8 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois and Missouri law enforcement officials will be hosting the area’s first Missing Persons Day on Saturday, May 19, 2018, at St. Clair Square in Fairview Heights, Illinois, and at the Jennings State Office Building in Jennings, Missouri. Both events will begin at 10:00...

State Fire Marshal: “Be Aware. Arson Ain’t Cool.”

Monday, May 7 by Jc Tinsley

The Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) is highlighting how Illinois communities can help prevent arson with the release of an

Blackberry Smoke Brings Southern Country Rock To The Du Quoin State Fair

Monday, May 7 by Jc Tinsley

The opening weekend of the Du Quoin State Fair promises to offer something for everybody. The Du Quoin State Fair is proud to announce the addition of Blackberry Smoke to its summer grandstand concert series. The southern country-rock band will perform on Saturday, August...

Spring Breeding Season Reminder: Leave Young Wildlife Alone

Monday, May 7 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is reminding Illinois citizens to leave baby birds and wild animals alone.During the breeding season, well-meaning people may believe they are helping by taking possession of young wildlife such as young rabbits, fawn deer, baby birds and...

SHAWNEE NATIONAL FOREST TO HOST FISHING DERBIES

Monday, May 7 by Jc Tinsley

Whether you love fishing or have never tried it, taking a kid fishing can be a rewarding experience. Springtime is one of the best times to go fishing, and at the annual Shawnee National Forest fishing derby, you can enjoy the beautiful outdoors....

2018 State Fair Theme Announced

Wednesday, May 2 by Jc Tinsley

With the start of the Illinois State Fair just 100 days away and the start of the Du Quoin State Fair not far behind, Agriculture Director Raymond Poe is unveiling the theme of the 2018 Illinois and Du Quoin State Fairs: Celebrate Illinois: 200 Years...

Righter: Any pay raise for lawmakers is wrong

Wednesday, May 2 by Jc Tinsley

State Sen. Dale Righter (R-Mattoon) is co-sponsoring legislation that would prohibit a pay raise for lawmakers. Under current law, lawmakers are scheduled to receive a Cost of Living Adjustment increase, or COLA, to their salary July 1. House Bill 5760 would ensure...