Illinois Quick Hits: No injuries reported in Tuesday earthquake
(The Center Square) – No injuries have been reported after the U.S. Geological Survey reported a magnitude 3.8 earthquake near…
One year in: Reviewing Trump’s inaugural promises
One year ago Tuesday, President Donald Trump told the nation its “golden age” had arrived, promising to spend his second…
Meeting Summary and Briefs: Montgomery County Board for December 9, 2025
Montgomery County Board Meeting | December 9, 2025 Meeting SummaryThe Montgomery County Board met on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, for…
GOP hopefuls seek support, blast Pritzker at IL gubernatorial candidate forum
(The Center Square) – All four Illinois Republican gubernatorial candidates have no shortage of criticism for current Gov. J.B. Pritzker. …
Community Hospital of Staunton to Host Free “Game Day” Charcuterie Workshop
Article Summary: Community Hospital of Staunton is offering a free, hands-on class on January 27 to teach residents how to…
National Weather Service Announces 2026 Storm Spotter Training Schedule
Article Summary: The National Weather Service in St. Louis has released its 2026 schedule for severe storm spotter training, including…
Lincoln Impersonator Tours Hillsboro Historic Sites
Article Summary: Abraham Lincoln impersonator Randy Duncan visited Hillsboro recently to tour local landmarks and interact with students and county…
Illinois lawmaker questions IDHS over years-long data breach
(The Center Square) – An Illinois lawmaker slammed the state agency as “incompetent” after the Department of Human Services revealed…
Meeting Summary and Briefs: Litchfield Park District for Jan. 7, 2026
Litchfield Park District Meeting | Jan. 7, 2026 The Litchfield Park District Board of Commissioners held its regular monthly meeting…
Board Hires Firm to Review Solar Farm Construction Documents
Montgomery County Board Meeting | December 9, 2025 Article Summary: The Montgomery County Board approved an agreement with Hurst-Rosche to…
Registration Open for Food Safety Certification Course in Carlinville
Article Summary: The Macoupin County Extension office is accepting registrations for a two-day Certified Food Protection Manager Course scheduled for…
Caden Jennings Graduates Basic Training, Joins Leitchfield Police
Article Summary: Officer Caden Jennings has graduated from the Department of Criminal Justice Training in Richmond and is returning to…