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Saline County, Ill. seniors gather for early Veterans Day celebration in Harrisburg

HARRISBURG, Ill. (Heartland News) - It was supposed to be a fairly ordinary Tuesday at the Saline County Golden Circle Senior Center. But with Veterans Day just one day away, the afternoon became an opportunity to recognize those who served their country. About two dozen seniors gathered for lunch Tuesday,...

Saline County, IL · 19h
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Carrier Mills man sentenced to five years in prison for attacking police chief

CARRIER MILLS, Ill., (KBSI) — A Carrier Mills man has been sentenced to five years in prison for striking the town’s police chief with a metal bar during a domestic violence investigation. According to the Carrier Mills Police Department, Anthony J. Yates was sentenced to five years in...

Carrier Mills, IL · 2d
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Three people arrested for burglary in Franklin County

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Ill. (WJPF) – Three people have been arrested following a reported burglary in Franklin County. On November 5 around 10:40am, deputies responded to the report at a residence in Mulkeytown. Upon arriving at the residence, deputies discovered that the homeowner had arrived shortly before their response. Deputies...

Franklin County, IL · 2d
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ILLINOIS STATE POLICE INVESTIGATING DEATH ON INTERSTATE 57 IN FRANKLIN COUNTY

Illinois State Police are investigating after a person was found deceased Monday morning on Interstate 57 near Whittington in Franklin County. According to Illinois State Police Troop 10, troopers responded at approximately 6:58 a.m. Monday to a report of a person down in the roadway near northbound milepost 77 at Franklin Cemetery Road.

Franklin County, IL · 1d
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Budweiser Clydesdales coming to Southern Illinois for holiday appearances

MARION, Ill. (KBSI) – The world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales are coming to Southern Illinois this November, giving residents several opportunities to see the horses up close during the holiday season. The Clydesdales will be available for free stable viewing at the Pavilion in Marion on four dates:. – Tuesday, Nov....

Marion, IL · 1d

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23 arrested in Williamson County on drug and firearms trafficking charges

The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office says a ten-month investigation into drug and firearms trafficking has led to charges against 23 people in the Herrin area. Authorities carried out the operation early Friday morning, serving seven search warrants and 15 arrest warrants at locations in Herrin and Energy. Investigators say...

Williamson County, IL · 20h

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MILL SHOALS MAN ARRESTED ON AGGRAVATED DOMESTIC BATTERY AND RELATED CHARGES

A 31-year-old Mill Shoals man was arrested Sunday night on a White County warrant charging him with aggravated domestic battery involving strangulation and several related offenses. According to court information, Carl Digby was taken into custody and booked into the White County Jail shortly before midnight Sunday. The warrant for...

Mill Shoals, IL · 1d

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Drug and Firearms trafficking raid in Williamson County results in 23 arrests

WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Ill. (WJPF) – 23 suspects have been identified in a drug and firearms trafficking raid in Williamson County. Beginning at 4:30am Friday November 6, the sheriff’s office executed 7 court authorized search warrants in conjunction with 15 arrest warrants in Herrin and Energy. The operation is the result of a ten month investigation involving extensive surveillance, intelligence gathering, and dozens of controlled purchases of methamphetamine, other controlled substances, and firearms.

Williamson County, IL · 2d

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Illinois Homeowner Returns to Find 3 Men Loading His Garage Belongings Onto a Trailer

A homeowner in rural Illinois returned to his property to find three men loading items from his garage onto a trailer, according to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies arrived while the men were still at the property, bringing the reported daylight burglary to an abrupt end. The discovery happened Thursday, November 5, near Mulkeytown,...

Franklin County, IL · 1d

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Southern Illinois Wine Trail Towns Hide 7 Quiet Lunch Spots Locals Love

The Shawnee Hills of Southern Illinois are famous for rolling orchards, rocky bluffs, and small towns you could miss if you blinked. But the best part of a day out here might be the midday meal. Tiny villages like Cobden, Makanda, Vienna, and Goreville each have a lunch stop where...

Southern Illinois, IL · 1d

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Heartland native, American Idol winner to perform at Marion Cultural and Civic Center

MARION, Ill. (Heartland News) - A Heartland native and winner of American Idol will perform at the Marion Cultural and Civic Center in July 2027. According to organizers, tickets go on sale on Friday, November 13 at 10 a.m. Ticket prices range from $44.39 to $139.79. Hannah Harper’s “Behind this...

Marion, IL · 1d

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Kokopelli Golf Club offering free golf to veterans on Veterans Day

MARION, Ill. (KBSI) – Kokopelli Golf Club in Marion is honoring veterans and active-duty military members with complimentary golf on Veterans Day. The golf club announced that all veterans, military retirees and active-duty service members can play a free round of golf Wednesday, Nov. 11. Golfers accompanying veterans can...

Marion, IL · 23h

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No Quit: Aces storm back to beat Benton

MT. CARMEL — "No Quit" is just one of the many defining characteristics of Mt. Carmel varsity football team, which stormed back from a 17-point deficit in the second half to beat the Benton Rangers and advance to the quarterfinals of the IHSA 3A football playoffs, 32-24. The first half was all Benton, as the Rangers took a 17 point lead into the locker room; but the Golden Aces scored three straight touchdowns in the third quarter to take the lead.

Benton, IL · 1d

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Illinois police with credibility issues have arrested hundreds of people and testified in court at least 1,700 times

(CAPITOL NEWS ILLINOIS) – In 2024, Douglas Dyhrkopp, state’s attorney of Gallatin County in southern Illinois, began receiving complaints that a veteran law enforcement officer he’s repeatedly called to testify might be a problematic witness. “Some folks did not like some things that were going on with...

Gallatin County, IL · 1d

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Whisper Marine Acquires Heyday Boats

Whisper Marine announced the acquisition of wake and surf boat brand Heyday Boats from Brunswick Corporation, the third acquisition by Whisper Marine in less than a year. “We’re excited to take on Heyday and to bring wake and surf into the Whisper Marine family,” says Paul Hoilman, chief operating officer of Whisper USA. “Heyday has done something a lot of brands haven’t: It has made the sport reachable for families who never thought a surf boat was in the cards. That is exactly the kind of brand we want to build on, and it fits naturally alongside Crownline, Navion and Whisper Pontoons.”

West Frankfort, IL · 1d

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Boil water order announced for parts of Carterville following water main valve failure

CARTERVILLE, Ill. (KBSI) – A boil water order will be issued for Carterville residents who experienced a loss of water pressure or service following a valve failure Tuesday, Nov. 10. According to the city of Carterville, the water department was replacing aging water mains in the Ridge Street area...

Carterville, IL · 23h

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Marion High School students’ art project raises money for veterans

MARION, Ill. (Heartland News) - Students at Marion High School are using their art skills to raise money for a local veterans organization. The school’s National Art Honor Society (NAHS) made red ceramic poppies to honor veterans. The students are selling 70 of the flowers for $20 each and...

Marion, IL · 17h

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Coldest Air of the Season Brings Saturday Morning Wind Chills in the Teens and 20s to Illinois Including Chicago, Rockford, and Peoria

ILLINOIS — The coldest air of the season so far is set to arrive in Illinois this weekend, though it will only stick around for a short time. Temperatures on Saturday morning are expected to start in the 20s and 30s across the state. Combined with a steady breeze, wind chills will make it feel like the teens and 20s for anyone heading out early in the day.

Illinois · 14h

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Illinois State Police Announces Results Of Alcohol Countermeasure Enforcement Patrols In October

Effingham, IL-(Effingham Radio)- Illinois State Police (ISP) Troop 9 Commander, Captain Bruce Waggoner, announces the results of Alcohol Countermeasure Enforcement (ACE) patrols in Clay, Effingham, Lawrence, Marion, Wayne and White counties during October. These ACE patrols allowed the ISP to focus on preventing, detecting, and taking enforcement action in response to.

Effingham, IL · 2d

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Locals Arrested Friday and Sunday

Carmi Police arrested two more individuals on Friday and two more on Sunday. Up first, 18-year-old Holly Morris was placed under arrest at Pundrakes for her White County warrant for Battery/Physical Contact that occurred on October 4. On Monday morning, she was released and given a first appearance for November 23 at 9 am.

Carmi, IL · 1d