What a morning it was for our very first Olney Country Countdown Show! This week, we took a trip back to the 1980s, and what a fun ride it was! Our listeners picked their favorite country songs from the decade, and you helped make our first countdown a huge success. We had a blast playing the hits, remembering the artists and songs that made the ’80s so special, and counting […]
The annual Berryville Chowder is set for Saturday, September 5th, the Saturday before Labor Day. Serving begins around 11 a.m. at the Community Building, with chowder available by the bowl or by the gallon. If you’re buying a gallon to take home, bring your own container, but no glass containers, please. There will also be sandwiches, drinks and desserts, along with doughnuts, baked goods and ice cream from the local […]
The Richland County board met last night in regular session, and approved the agenda as presented. In open discussion, the board listened to a presentation on community solar programs and they were asked to get a proposal together to discuss with finance, but no other action was taken. They approved all county claims as presented, with $162,163.20 in county claims and $567,463.79 in non-county claims. They agreed to a service […]
Long-established broadcast company relaunches itself as a media company to reflect full-service radio and digital marketing suite serving local businesses Somerset, Ky. (August 5, 2026) – Forcht Broadcasting announced today that it has rebranded as Forcht Media, reflecting the company's evolution into a full-service media organization offering radio broadcasting, digital advertising, and creative services to businesses throughout Kentucky, Indiana, and Illinois. The rebrand reflects the company's mission to help local […]
The RCPAC stage is set for an unforgettable summer theater experience as the Richland County Theater Department and its summer mentorship program as they proudly present The Curious Savage at the Richland County Performing Arts Center in Olney. Audiences are invited to join the cast and crew for this charming comedy on August 7 and 8 of 2026, for an evening filled with laughter, compassion, and meaningful moments that celebrate […]
There are plenty of opportunities to get involved in the community this week! Here are a few upcoming events and reminders to add to your calendar: Lego Club at Olney Public LibraryThe Olney Public Library is hosting Lego Club this Thursday at 4 p.m. Local youth are invited to stop by the library, build with Legos, and take on the Lego Challenge. For more information, visit OlneyPublicLibrary.org or check out […]
HSHS St. Anthony's Physical Rehabilitation and Wellness is inviting young athletes of all abilities to participate in the fifth annual "Meet Me at the Finish Line" Youth Adaptive Try-Athlon on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at the Workman Sports Complex in Effingham. This inclusive event will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and is designed for athletes ages 18 and under with physical, social, or emotional challenges. Each participant […]
Local families are invited to join the Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois for a fun-filled celebration as the organization marks the first anniversary of its Build-A-Bear Workshop at the Glen Carbon Council Shop. The free community event will take place on Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois Council Shop, located at 4 Ginger Creek Parkway in Glen Carbon. The […]
If you've been holding onto a unique collection of antiques or vintage treasures, now could be your chance to be featured on national television. The History Channel's 'American Pickers' is heading to Illinois and Iowa this September to film, and they are searching for interesting collections and the stories behind them! The show's producers are looking for private collectors with unique and one-of-a-kind antiques, vintage items, memorabilia, and other hidden […]
