Author Archives: WJBD Staff
Oklahoma wins third straight Women's College World Series title, extends record win streak to 53
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) - Jordy Bahl threw three innings of perfect relief and Oklahoma won its third straight Women's College World Series title and seventh overall, beating Florida State 3-1 for a two-ga...
Jun 09, 2023 Gary Leland (www.Fastpitch.TV) / CC
In this youth baseball league, fans who mistreat umpires are sentenced to do the job themselves
DEPTFORD, N.J. (AP) - Baseball is steeped in the tradition of fans wanting to jeer the umpire. One Little League in New Jersey is taking a more hands-on approach. It's trying to curb the appetite amon...
Jun 09, 2023 slgckgc / CC
The Basics of Financial Fitness
Becoming financially fit requires maintaining foundational elements, including a budget, emergency fund, strong credit score, and retirement savings. Provided by MidAmerica Financial Resources ...
Jun 09, 2023
State Softball 3a/4a Gets Underway Friday, Charleston Making First Ever Apperance
The state 3a/4a softball championships will be decided starting Friday with the semifinals. In 3a the Charleston Lady Trojans are making their first ever trip to state after winning the Decatur Millik...
Jun 08, 2023
Salem man charged with aggravated reckless driving following fatal Salem crash pleads not guilty and demands jury trial
A 27-year-old Salem man has waived a preliminary hearing, entered a not guilty plea, and demanded a jury trial when appearing in Marion County Court on Wednesday on a felony charge of aggravated drivi...
Jun 08, 2023 Marion County Courthouse with old flag poles that have now been removed due to structural problems.
Centralia man charged with unlawful possession of a weapon by a felon
A 42-year-old Centralia man has been charged in Marion County Court with unlawful possession of a weapon by a felon. Cedric Garrett of McKee Street is accused of being in possession of nunchucks when ...
Jun 08, 2023 Blogtrepreneur / CC
Police Beat for Thursday, July 8th, 2023
Centralia Police have arrested 28-year-old Casey Grizzard of Brookside Avenue in Centralia for alleged retail theft, possession of methamphetamine, and possession of a narcotic instrument. He was take...
Jun 08, 2023
SSM Health St. Mary's Supervisors Recognized for Their Extraordinary Efforts
Nathan Hebenstreit, RN and Beth Runge, RN Receive Laura Kaiser's Presidential Coin. Two administrative supervisors at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital Nathan Hebenstreit, BSN, RN, and Beth Runge, BSN, R...
Jun 08, 2023 SSM Health President & CEO Laura S. Kaiser, FACHE presents award to Beth and Nathan.
State Ag Department's 'Clean Sweep' program comes to Marion, Clinton, and Fayette Counties this summer
The State Department of Agriculture's annual "Clean Sweep" program will include Marion, Clinton and Fayette Counties this year. The agency's Brad Beaver says Clean Sweep gives Illinois residents a cha...
Jun 08, 2023 Hey Paul / CC
Area Baseball Represented Well On IHSBCA All State Teams
The Illinois High School Baseball Coaches Association announced their All State Teams for 1a/2a. The 1a team was highlighted by South Central's Aidan Dodson, Eli Levitt of St Anthony and Mason Robinso...
Jun 08, 2023
