The National Weather Service in Paducah, Kentucky has extended the Flood Watch for the region until 7 a.m. Sunday, as the area could experience periods of more rainfall today, some of which could be heavy. Once the rain moves out, a heat wave is expected to build for at least most of next week, with drier conditions a...

The 49th annual Air Race Classic concluded its flying schedule at Mt. Vernon Outland Airport on Friday, bringing competitors to the end of a nearly 2800-mile journey that crossed through eight states. Unlike a traditional race, the Air Race Classic wasn't simply about who arrived first. Each aircraft competed against ...

Illinois has already set a record this year for the most number of tornadoes with over 150 confirmed twisters, several rated EF2 or higher. Millions of dollars in damage has resulted from the twisters. At the same time, Illinois is facing a decline in federal disaster assistance. Reports say more severe weather even...

Reports out of Mt. Carmel say 35 year old Paul DeWeese is facing several felony and misdemeanor charges after Wabash county authorities allegedly discovered cannabis amounting to over 11 pounds and a fortified residence during an investigation. Wabash County State's Attorney Kelli Storckman filed the charges against De...

A new Illinois law taking effect July 1st will change driver's license renewal requirements for older motorists, raising the age at which a driving test is required. The measure, known as the Road Safety and Fairness Act, increases the threshold for mandatory driving tests from age 79 to 87. Drivers 79 and older will s...

Data released Wednesday by the U.S. Department of Agriculture shows Illinois' error rate for food assistance payments continues to climb, with new federal penalties scheduled to take effect in the coming years. The report shows Illinois recorded a 14.7% error rate in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) pay...

The White County Fair is set to return to Carmi July 19th through the 25th, offering a full week of entertainment, competition, carnival rides, and family activities. The White County Fair Queen Pageant will be held Sunday, July 19th at 7 p.m. The fair continues Monday, July 20th with a Talent Show at 6 p.m. Harness Ra...

The Edwards County Fair will host a Community Vesper Service on Sunday, July 26th, at 9:00 a.m. The event will take place at the New Albion Amphitheater, located on East Elm Street in Albion, Illinois. This special service will feature prayer, praise, and worship, and is open to the entire community. All denominations ...

The Clay County Health Department will host the "Miles of Smiles" dental clinic on Wednesday, July 29th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Preventative dental services will be provided for eligible children in all grades by Miles of Smiles, Ltd. Services include exams and screenings by licensed dental professionals, clean...

The Fairfield Memorial Hospital Foundation is set to host its 20th Annual Golf Scramble on Friday, August 7th at the Fairfield Public Golf Course located at 701 NW 9th Street in Fairfield. Golfers can choose between two tee time options: 8:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. For more information or to learn how to become a sponsor fo...

Residents of Wayne County will have several opportunities to celebrate Independence Day close to home as Fairfield hosts two days of family-friendly activities leading up to and on the Fourth of July. The festivities begin Thursday, July 2, with Freedom Fest at Southwest Park from 5 to 10 p.m. The event will feature in...

The Village of Cisne will kick off its Independence Day celebration on Friday, July 3rd, with an evening of food, live entertainment, and fireworks. Food trucks will open at 5 p.m. in the back parking lot of Cisne High School. Vendors scheduled to participate include Lil Buddies Snack Trailer, The Fair Lady, and Krazy ...

The Albion Chamber of Commerce has unveiled plans for an Independence Day celebration in honor of the nation's 250th birthday. The event will be held on Friday, July 3rd from 5 to 10 p.m., with an evening filled with music, patriotic displays, and a special Independence Day reenactment. Festivities will kick off at 5 p...

Flora Tourism has announced a full schedule of family-friendly activities for Independence Day on July 4 at Charley Brown Park. The day begins at 10 a.m. with the All American Boy and All American Girl Contest on the Kiwanis Stage. The contest is open to boys and girls ages 3 to 7, with entries due by Wednesday. Regist...

The Fairfield Cumberland Presbyterian Church is inviting area children to a day of fun, faith, and adventure at this year's Vacation Bible School, themed "True North: Trusting Jesus in a Wild World." The event is open to all kids from kindergarten through 5th grade. The special day of activities will take pla...

The Orchard Township community is set to mark America's 250th birthday with a packed day of festivities, inviting residents and visitors alike to attend "Stars, Stripes, and 250 Years of Small Town Life" at OCIC in Orchardville on Saturday The celebration kicks off bright and early at 8:00 a.m. with a 5K run,...

The Illinois Department of Public Health announced that universal childhood blood lead testing will begin Wednesday, expanding testing to all children statewide. Under the new policy, blood lead tests will be conducted automatically at 12 and 24 months of age. Healthcare providers will also be required to assess all ch...

4-H show season is just around the corner, and 4-H members are ready to showcase their talents at this year's general project, animal, and livestock shows. The Edwards County 4-H shows will kick off on Monday, June 29, and continue through Thursday, July 30, with most of the show schedule coinciding with the Edwards Co...

As the United States prepares to celebrate its 250th Independence Day, a new analysis of a decade's worth of public data reveals that the cost of a classic BBQ has changed less than many Americans might expect. Oxylabs tracked inflation-adjusted prices for every major BBQ ingredient from 2016 to 2026, offering a clear ...

Families and outdoor enthusiasts are invited to enjoy an afternoon of fun, education and entertainment during the Rend Lake Beach Blast tomorrow (Saturday). The event will be held from noon to 4 p.m. at South Sandusky Beach and is being organized by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Louis District. Activities will ...