TUESDAY WEATHER DISCUSSION (12/03/2024)

(OLNEY/NEWTON) Our downstate area roller coaster weather will continue to bring us extreme conditions this week. After yesterday’s flurries, in some places a light dusting of snow, we’re back to […]

GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL BOB KERANS TOURNAMENT RECAP

The Annual Bob Kerans Tournament concluded on Saturday with the final two games: All-Tournament SelectionsTwo Newton Lady Eagles were named to the All-Tournament Team: Other All-Tournament selections included: The Newton […]

BOYS HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL WEEKEND WRAP UP

Olney TigersThe Olney Tigers opened their 2024-2025 season at the Capital Classic, finishing in fifth place with a record of 2-2. Here’s how the tournament went for the Tigers: Final […]

LOCAL SANTA VISITS AND OPPORTUNITIES

Santa Claus in Olney: Santa will be making in-person visits at the Olney City Park Community Building! All children, along with their parents or grandparents, are encouraged to stop by […]

IN AREA MEETINGS TONIGHT

(NEWTON) In one area meeting tonight, the Newton City Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting. Starting at 6:00, the meeting will be held at the Newton City Hall. […]

OLNEY CHRISTMAS PARADE AWARD WINNERS

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed to the success of this year’s Olney Christmas Parade, despite the snowfall before and during the event. Over 70 participants braved the […]

ILLINOIS STATE NEWS BRIEF (12/02/2024)

(CHICAGO) The Illinois State Police were busy last Friday afternoon at shortly after 2:00, when a State Trooper conducted a commercial motor vehicle inspection on a semi-truck on I-80, up […]