Author Archives: WJBD Staff

Ko edges Kang in Boca
BOCA RATON, Fla. (AP) - Lydia Ko earned a one-shot win over Danielle Kang at the Gainbridge LPGA at Boca Rio. Ko pulled ahead with a birdie on the 15th hole and matched scores with Danielle Kang the r...
WJBD Staff Jan 31, 2022 David Wilson / CC

DeRozan leads Chicago into matchup against Orlando
Orlando Magic (11-40, 15th in the Eastern Conference) vs. Chicago Bulls (30-18, second in the Eastern Conference) Chicago; Tuesday, 8 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: DeMar DeRozan leads Chicago into a matchup w...
WJBD Staff Jan 31, 2022
The Cycle of Investing
The Cycle of Investing Provided by MidAmerica Financial Resources When markets fall, it's easy to forget that downtrends are part of the investing cycle. So, when prices slip, it's a good time to revi...
WJBD Staff Jan 31, 2022

Franklin Park Scholar Bowl Has A Good Day
Franklin Park Varsity Scholar had another successful outing Thursday with two more wins. In the first match, Franklin Park defeated Willow Grove 165-85. In the second match, Franklin Park defeated St....
WJBD Staff Jan 28, 2022

Bryan-Bennett Library holds Seeds, Stories and DIY Day on Saturday
The Bryan-Bennett Library in Salem will host a Seeds, Stories, and DIY Day on Saturday, January 29. Local businesswoman Cindy Dice will share her experiences and expertise on eating healthy. Like many...
WJBD Staff Jan 28, 2022

Area legislators push to bring back death penalty for murdering police officer
New legislation reinstates the death penalty for those convicted of murdering a police officer in Illinois is being introduced at the State Capital. Representative Blaine Wilhour of Effingham plans to...
WJBD Staff Jan 28, 2022 State Representative Blaine Wilhour

Several burglaries and thefts under investigation in Marion County
Odin Police are investigating a burglary to an apartment in the 300 block of Spruce Street. A safe was reportedly broken into and a birth certificate and diploma are missing. The Marion County Sheriff...
WJBD Staff Jan 28, 2022

Police Beat for Friday, January 28th, 2022
A 24-year-old Iuka woman has been arrested on a Fayette County failure to appear warrant in an aggravated battery case. Tiffany Morton of Thomas Street was picked up by sheriff's deputies. Bond on the...
WJBD Staff Jan 28, 2022

SSM Health Weight Management Services at Good Samaritan Hospital is accredited
The SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital Health Weight Management Services has achieved accredition from the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program. The Medical Di...
WJBD Staff Jan 28, 2022

Salem Grade School District gets final approval for $4.1-million in federal ESSER III funding; will fund major improvements and loss of learning programs
The Salem Grade School Board voted to move forward Thursday night on two new buildings, a new Franklin Park parking lot, and other major renovation work. Superintendent Dr. Leslie Foppe says the work ...
WJBD Staff Jan 28, 2022
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