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Summer Programs Available Through U of I Extension
There is still time to book a U of I Extension Community and Economic Development Education Program during the summer months. Valerie Belusko is the educator for these programs that she says can take whatever agency, organization, or non-profit you have and introduce positive forms of teamwork, communication, and goal setting.
Brownstown Man Trial Date Set
A Brownstown man, currently in Fayette County Jail, had his trial date set for later this month following an incident that i. nvolved an officer-involved shooting. Tyler J. Roe, 36 of Brownstown, is facing multiple felony charges stemming from the incident which occurred on December 30, 2023. Roe faces charges of Home Invasion and Aggravated Arson which are both Class X Felonies. He also faces charges of residential burglary (Class 1 Felony) and theft (Class 3 Felony).
Central IL communities cancel monthly siren testing amid storm risk
CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) — Several communities across Central Illinois are canceling or delaying their monthly tornado siren testing as weather conditions on Tuesday could turn severe. The Macon County Emergency Management Agency said it was canceling its testing on Tuesday, along with Clinton and DeWitt County. The St. Joseph-Stanton Fire Protection District also canceled its […]
Beyond crops: From beer to dog parks, farms add unique income opportunities
NIANTIC, Ill. — Beyond crops and livestock, farm owners have found creative ways to utilize their land for business opportunities. Cypress Grove Brewing in Assumption, Illinois, is one of those places where farm operations share the land with a customer-facing business. Owners Phil and Carolyn Corzine also have a...
Lincoln Prairie Trail Enhancements and Bridge Construction Updates
The Lincoln Prairie Trail takes local citizens from Taylorville to the lake, through Owaneco, and ends in Pana, depending on which end you start and has largely been blocked off due to the over 100-year-old bridge that has sat in disrepair for the last seven years. Members of the Lincoln Prairie Trail Conservancy, Steve Dennis and Bill Roseberry, announced that new enhancements for the trail are on the way, and bridge construction looks to begin in September.
Softball Recap: Sangamon Valley/Tri-City has no trouble against Nokomis
Sangamon Valley/Tri-City can now show off 11 landslide victories after their most recent game on Saturday. They blew past the Nokomis Redskins 10-3. For Sangamon Valley/Tri-City, this counts as revenge for the 4-0 defeat Nokomis walked away with the last time they faced one another back in May of 2023.
Staying Updated On Summer And Seasonal Events With The Taylorville Park District
The Taylorville Park District is preparing for their summer of events and programs that keep local community members of all ages active and engaged. With the recent opening of the Manners Park Dog Park, weekly events for all ages, and ongoing seasonal events, Recreation Director, Jessica Franks and the park district staff have been keeping busy.
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