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CISNE TEEN INJURED IN SINGLE-VEHICLE CRASH ON U.S. HIGHWAY 45

A 19-year-old Cisne man was injured in a single-vehicle crash Wednesday afternoon in Wayne County. The Wayne County Sheriff’s Department investigated the accident, which occurred at approximately 2:50 p.m. on U.S. Highway 45 near County Road 2250 North in Keith Township. According to the crash report, Deegan Riley of...

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Four injured in crash at US 50 and Iuka Road

Four people were injured in a crash on U.S. 50 and the Iuka Road Thursday afternoon. Marion County Sheriff’s Deputies say an SUV driven by 72-year-old Deborah Ruholl of Eighth Street in Flora was traveling westbound on U.S. 50 when she made a left turn in front of an oncoming eastbound SUV driven by 48-year-old Michael Wasion of North Avenue in Flora. After impact, the Wasion vehicle overturned on its side.

Flora, IL · 2d
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FOUR DEFENDANTS SENTENCED IN WAYNE COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT

Four defendants appeared in Wayne County Circuit Court Thursday. 46-year-old Sean M. Dawkins of Clay City pleaded guilty to an amended Class 3 felony charge of unlawful possession of methamphetamine. Dawkins was sentenced to two years of probation and ordered to serve 180 days in jail, with the jail sentence stayed. He was given credit for three days previously served. As part of his sentence, Dawkins was ordered to pay fines and court costs and pay $2,112.57 in restitution to Sierra Bravo Contractors, LLC. He must also complete any treatment or programs required by the probation department, submit to drug testing, and comply with standard probation conditions. Under the plea agreement, another count in the case was dismissed, and a petition to revoke probation filed in a separate 2023 felony case was withdrawn. Dawkins is scheduled to return to court October 3, 2028, at 1 p.m. for a review hearing.

Wayne County, IL · 2d

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WAYNE CITY MAN ARRESTED FOLLOWING LENGTHY BURGLARY AND THEFT INVESTIGATION

A 47-year-old Wayne City man was arrested Tuesday, November 3rd following an extensive investigation into a series of burglaries and thefts in the Wayne City area. According to the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office, deputies arrested Joseph C. Cannon following a lengthy investigation into reported property crimes in and around Wayne City.

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TWO CARMI MEN BOOKED INTO WAYNE COUNTY JAIL FRIDAY MORNING

Two Carmi men were booked into the Wayne County Jail early this (Friday) morning. 37-year-old Corey J. Gregg was arrested by Wayne County Sheriff’s Deputies and booked into the jail at approximately 2:26 a.m. Gregg was taken into custody on warrants involving petitions to revoke in Wayne County Circuit Court cases related to possession of methamphetamine and unlawful use of weapons. Jail records also list a charge of unlawful use or possession of a weapon by a felon.

Carmi, IL · 2d

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RAY TATE TRANSFERRED TO UNDISCLOSED OUT-OF-STATE PRISON

Convicted murderer Ray E. Tate, who is serving a life sentence for the 2021 killing of Wayne County Sheriff’s Deputy Sean Riley, has been transferred from an Illinois maximum-security prison to an undisclosed correctional facility outside the state. The transfer comes just days after the Illinois Fifth District Appellate...

Wayne County, IL · 2d

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MURDER SUSPECT MEGAN VALENTINE TRANSFERRED TO WILLIAMSON COUNTY JAIL AHEAD OF TRIAL

A woman charged with the murder of her husband, an Edwards County circuit judge, has been transferred from the Wayne County Jail in Fairfield to the Williamson County Jail in Marion. 46-year-old Megan Valentine is awaiting trial on a first-degree murder charge in connection with the November 5, 2024, shooting...

Fairfield, IL · 2d

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TWO INJURED IN TWO-VEHICLE CRASH ON U.S. 50 IN CLAY CITY WEDNESDAY

Two people were transported to area hospitals following a two-vehicle crash Wednesday afternoon in Clay City that temporarily shut down U.S. Route 50. According to Illinois State Police Troop 9, the crash occurred at approximately 4:35 p.m. at the intersection of U.S. 50 and South Main Street. Emergency responders transported...

Clay City, IL · 2d

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CISNE HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES RECEIVE NATIONAL FFA ORGANIZATION’S HIGHEST HONOR

2025 Cisne High School graduates, (left to right) Cooper Bowen, Joshua Biggs, Allie Brach, Ella Krupp, and Kadence Smith received the National FFA Organization’s highest honor, the American FFA Degree, on October 24, 2026, during the 99th National FFA Convention held in Indianapolis, IN. Less than one percent of...

Cisne, IL · 1d

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Man charged for slashing tires of 10 police cars in Mt. Vernon, Illinois

A knife-wielding man slashed tires of 10 police cars and confronted responding officers before he was subdued with a Taser in Mt. Vernon, Illinois, authorities say.

Mt Vernon, IL · 1d

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Man tased, arrested after slashing tires on vehicles, including 10 police cars, officials say

MT. VERNON, Ill. (Heartland News) - A man was tased and arrested after slashing tires on vehicles, including 10 police cars, the Mt. Vernon Police Department says. Daniel Artis, 29, of Mt. Vernon was arrested and charged with 10 counts of criminal damage to state supported property, one count of aggravated battery to a peace officer, two counts of aggravated battery to a nurse and one count of armed violence.

Mt Vernon, IL · 2d

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Police Beat for Sunday, November 8th, 2026

Salem Police arrested 33-year-old Christopher Budds of West Schwartz in Salem for alleged aggravated domestic battery. He was taken to the Marion County Jail to await further court action. Centralia Police arrested 25-year-old Lucas Boyce of North Walnut in Centralia for alleged domestic battery. He was taken to the Marion...

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Woman accused of killing her husband moved ahead of trial

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Authorities move a Southern Illinois woman accused of killing her husband two years ago, to another county as she awaits trial. Megan Valentine is now behind bars in Williamson County. Valentine is accused of killing her husband, Edwards County Judge, Michael Valentine. Illinois State Police said the judge was found dead […]

Williamson County, IL · 2d

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Police Beat for Friday, November 6th, 2026

Marion County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 21-year-old Trevor Bryan of East Boone in Salem for aggravated domestic battery following an incident at a Kell home. The alleged victim was taken to Salem Township Hospital for treatment. Bryan was gone by the time deputies arrived. He was later located by Wamac Police laying in the street. Bryan was transported to the Marion County Jail to await further court action.

Marion County, IL · 2d

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WAYNE CITY BOARD APPROVES GARBAGE RATE INCREASE, TAX LEVY AND AMBULANCE CONTRACT

The Wayne City Village Board approved new garbage collection rates, a tax levy ordinance and an ambulance contract during its regular meeting Monday night. However, discussion concerning a potential agreement with the Wayne County Humane Society was tabled for the second consecutive month. The village currently has no contract with...

Wayne City, IL · 2d

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NORTHBOUND I-57/I-64 EXIT RAMP TO ILLINOIS 15 IN MT. VERNON TO CLOSE NOVEMBER 12TH-30TH

Motorists traveling northbound on Interstate 57/64 through Mt. Vernon will need to use an alternate exit beginning Thursday, November 12th, as construction continues at the Illinois Route 15 interchange. According to a construction notice shared Thursday by the City of Mt. Vernon, the northbound Exit 95 ramp to Illinois Route...

Mt Vernon, IL · 1d

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Shelbyville’s Cinderella run comes to an end in 21-0 loss to Flora

Shelbyville’s Cinderella run came to an end Saturday afternoon as the Rams fell to Flora 21-0 in a game marked by penalties, turnovers and missed opportunities. The Rams battled throughout, but Flora’s defense kept Shelbyville off the scoreboard while the Wolves took advantage of their opportunities on offense.

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Salem Police arrest two for possession of stolen property in storage unit thefts

Salem Police have arrested two people for possession of stolen property in connection with burglaries to storage units at Complete Storage in the 900 block of East Main Street. 37-year-old Kaylee Hanks and 27-year-old Brendan Ruckman were taken into custody after a search warrant was executed Thursday on the Lakewood...

Salem, IL · 2d

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Bellmont voters keep government; Morgan new county clerk

MOUNT CARMEL — Village of Bellmont voters narrowly opted not to dissolve their government, while Wabash County elected Republican challenger Sean C. Morgan over incumbent Democrat County Clerk Janet Will during Tuesday’s Wabash County midterm elections. Republican Angela Broster was elected unopposed to the Wabash County Treasurer’s Office...

Wabash County, IL · 1d

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Illinois State Police To Conduct Occupant Restraint Enforcement Patrols

Effingham, IL-(Effingham Radio)- Illinois State Police (ISP) Troop 9 Commander, Captain Bruce Waggoner, announces the ISP will conduct Occupant Restraint Enforcement Patrols (OREP) in Marion, Hamilton, Effingham, and Wabash counties during November. OREPs allow the ISP to focus on safety belt and child safety seat laws. Illinois law requires all vehicle passengers (front and back) to be buckled up!

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