IEMA Encourages People to Prepare for Earthquakes

Thursday, February 1 by Jc Tinsley

Some of the largest earthquakes ever recorded in North America rocked the mostly rural central U.S. between December 1811 and February 1812, including parts of southern Illinois. The strongest earthquakes in this series were estimated to be around magnitude 8.0, and were felt as... Read More.

State of Illinois Releases Blockchain Task Force Report

Thursday, February 1 by Jc Tinsley

The first official government report in Illinois on blockchain is being released today on the use and opportunities available through blockchain and distributed technologies in the public arena. The Illinois Blockchain Task Force, consisting of appointed members of the General Assembly, as well as... Read More.

ISP District 19 announces Superbowl weekend enforcement plans

Thursday, February 1 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois State Police (ISP) District 19 Commander, Captain Cory Ristvedt, announces additional enforcement plans for the upcoming Super Bowl Weekend. ISP Troopers will strictly enforce FATAL 4 moving violations, which include: DUI, Speeding, Distracted Driving, and Seat Belt compliance. Additional emphasis will be placed... Read More.

State Representative David Reis announces traveling office hours

Thursday, February 1 by Jc Tinsley

State Representative David Reis would like to announce traveling office hours, where he or a member of the Representative’s Staff will be available in your community to address any constituent concerns on Wednesday February 7th, 2018.

Statement from Speaker Madigan after State of the State address

Thursday, February 1 by Jc Tinsley

House Speaker Michael J. Madigan issued the following statement Wednesday:“As he has done throughout his administration, Governor Rauner chooses to blame others for the challenges facing our state on his watch instead of being the leader he was elected to be.... Read More.

Righter: Keeping the next generation in Illinois is key

Thursday, February 1 by Jc Tinsley

State Sen. Dale Righter (R-Mattoon) issued the following reaction in response to Gov. Bruce Rauner’s State of the State Address Jan. 31.“A key problem is good families and hardworking and talented people are moving out of Illinois at a record... Read More.

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Reis Focused on Improving Economy and Growing Jobs

Thursday, February 1 by Jc Tinsley

State Representative David Reis says he was glad to hear an optimistic tone taken by Governor Bruce Rauner during the Governor’s fourth State of the State address during a joint meeting of the legislature on Wednesday."The Governor took this opportunity to address all Illinoisans... Read More.

2018 State of the State Address

Thursday, February 1 by Jc Tinsley

As prepared for delivery Good afternoon:President CullertonSpeaker MadiganLeader BradyLeader DurkinLieutenant Governor SanguinettiAttorney General MadiganSecretary WhiteComptroller MendozaTreasurer FrerichsMembers of the General Assembly,... Read More.

Grayville City Council to hold special meeting Friday

Wednesday, January 31 by Jc Tinsley

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2018 9:00 A.M. SPECIAL MEETING GRAYVILLE CITY COUNCIL AGENDA PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL:Mayor BischCommissioner JordanCommissioner BrockCommissioner DownsCommissioner StroudEXECUTIVE SESSION:1. The setting of a price for sale or lease of property... Read More.

Saline Co. Sheriff’s Office arrest report

Wednesday, January 31 by Jc Tinsley

The Saline County Sheriff’s Office arrested the following: On January 29th: Shadrach A. Wiseman, 34, of Galatia for Arson, Criminal Trespass to Residence, Criminal Damage to Property and Burglary. He remains in the Saline County Detention Center.