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WEST FRANKFORT AND FLORA FIREFIGHTERS TURN FOOTBALL RIVALRY INTO CHARITABLE CHALLENGE

A friendly rivalry between the West Frankfort and Flora fire departments is turning Saturday’s high school football matchup between the Redbirds and Wolves at Flora into an opportunity to support two charitable causes. West Frankfort Firefighters IAFF Local 2402 and the Flora Volunteer Fire Department have agreed to make...

West Frankfort, IL · 3d
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Movies returning to Mt. Vernon in November; major renovations planned for 2027

MOUNT VERNON, Ill. (Heartland News) - On Tuesday, Golden Ticket Cinemas announced plans to reopen the Mount Vernon 8 this November, bringing movies back to the community just in time for the holiday season. Beginning in 2027, the company will begin to renovate the theater, with luxury recliner seating, self-serve...

Mt Vernon, IL · 3d
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A home in Centralia, Illinois hits the market

In 1955, architect William Bernoudy designed this home for the editor and publisher of the Centralia Sentinel. Two additions, one in 1998 and the other in 2000, expanded the living space while maintaining the home’s historic character. Thoughtful Architecture. The house on Perrine Avenue is an example of Prairie...

Centralia, IL · 3d
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West Frankfort football gearing up for first state quarterfinal game in 40 years

WEST FRANKFORT, Ill. -- Words like 'wild' and 'surreal' were thrown around at West Frankfort's Wednesday afternoon practice, as for the second time in program history, and the first time in 40 years, the Redbirds are preparing for a State Quarterfinal game. With a chance to become the first team...

West Frankfort, IL · 2d
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Seven area players earn Illinois football all-state first-team honors

Calhoun's Matthews and Eilerman, Greenfield's Bowman, Carlinville's White, Roxana's Shorter, Jersey's Tucker and Edwardsville's Hill-Lomax make football all-state first team.

Edwardsville, IL · 1d

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WAYNE COUNTY FARM BUREAU FOUNDATION DONATES $1,000 TO AG IN THE CLASSROOM PROGRAM

(Pictured from left to right: Joe Meagher, Matt Rush, Heather Greenwalt, David White, Ag in the Classroom Coordinator Katie Peters, Anthony Vaughan, Randy Ellis, and Nathan Vaughn.) The Wayne County Farm Bureau Foundation has presented a $1,000 donation to the Wayne County Ag in the Classroom Program, using proceeds raised...

Wayne County, IL · 22h

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Johnston City shuts down Newton for spot in Elite 8

JOHNSTON CITY — After a bit of a shaky start, the Johnston City Indians settled in and took care of business in their 2A Round of 16 matchup, beating Newton 16-7. The Eagles scored a touchdown on their second play from scrimmage to take an early 7-0 lead over the top-seeded and unbeaten Indians.

Johnston City, IL · 1d

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Emergency Spending Increase, Possible New Crossville Sign

During the Village of Crossville board meeting, all but two agreed to increase the Mayor’s emergency spending for the Village. Mayor Kuykendall explained that the water department’s telemetry computer, which monitors the tower levels and pump activity, had crashed. That discussion prompted the Mayor to revisit the existing $750 mayoral spending limit and the difficulty of convening a special meeting quickly for urgent operational needs. Derek Spicer agreed and gave an example: if a pump needed to be replaced, which costs roughly $8,000-$9,000, a special meeting to approve that spending would be costly. Mayor Kuykendall shared his thoughts,

Crossville, IL · 1d

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JH Boys Basketball Roundup: Selmaville Still Undefeated….Iuka & SC Get Wins….Franklin Park opens Home Season Tonight

Yesterday, Iuka beat Field 63-31. Hosea Weems led the way with 22 and Eli Bookhout was right behind him with 20. The Iuka JV won 30-14 with Gibson Collins scoring 13. Selmaville improved to 10-0 beating Trinity Hoffman 57-28 on the road. Isaac Knapp scored 21 in the win as the Rockets used a 11 point run to start the game and then a 13-2 run to pull away further before halftime. Eli Sutherland scored 6 points and pulled down 10 rebounds, Kasen Harris scored 12 and Izac Holsapple added 7. Selmaville will play at Raccoon on Tuesday. The Rockets JV won 26-25 holding Trinity scoreless in the fourth quarter outscoring them 12-0.

Iuka, IL · 1d

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Girls Basketball Roundup: Selmaville Wins OBC Tournament…Lady Cats Beat Woodlawn…SC Wins

The Selmaville Lady Rockets played their best defensive game of the year winning the OBC Tournament Championship beating Field 23-8. Khaeler Williams had 8 points and 11 rebounds, Gia Ward added 6 points and 8 boards, Kamora Sexton had 5 steals. Selmavile improved to 8-3 and will play at Woodlawn Monday.

Woodlawn, IL · 1d

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Rumpke opens Illinois landfill; judge dismisses part of Seneca Meadows suit

Landfill operators continue to be the focus of scrutiny from environmental groups, particularly over landfill gas emissions and odor issues. A new report calls for stricter landfill gas rules in New York. Meanwhile, a panel of judges has dismissed some claims from environmental groups that aim to block the expansion of the embattled Seneca Meadows landfill in New York. In Illinois, Rumpke Waste & Recycling celebrated the opening of its new landfill.

Illinois · 1d

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Clark & Goewey Highlight 4a All State Honorable Mention Football List

The IHSFCA Prep Football All State Honorable Mention list includes several area players. The 4a list is highlighted by Salem senior Trey Clark. He joins Archie Goewey of Centralia on the 4a list as well as Brayden Brown of Carterville, Liam Koetting of Breese Central, Grady Farrell of Civic Memorial, Freeburg’s Cooper Kisgen, Jaxton Ohren of Highland and Kalvin Becker of Mt Zion.

Salem, IL · 2d

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Nine veterans honored at Centralia VFW Veterans Day Service

Centralia VFW Post 2055 hosted a service for Veterans Day on Wednesday to honor veterans and add nine names to the Court of Honor. The service is held annually, sponsored by Sutherland Garnier, Sutherland Rankin and Hillcrest Memorial Park, and co-hosted by local veterans’ organizations. The nine veterans inducted...

Centralia, IL · 1d

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ILLINOIS STATE POLICE STEP UP ENFORCEMENT IN I-57 CONSTRUCTION ZONES NEAR MT. VERNON

Illinois State Police are increasing patrols and traffic enforcement along Interstate 57 near Mt. Vernon in an effort to reduce crashes and improve safety in two major construction zones. The increased enforcement began earlier this month as part of a work zone safety initiative ahead of the busy holiday travel...

Mt Vernon, IL · 22h