Category Archives: Local News
Both drivers receive minor injuries in Route 161 Extension crash
Both drivers received apparent minor injuries in a rear-end crash on the Route 161 Extension at Morton Lane in rural Kell Monday afternoon. Marion County Sheriff's Deputies say 21-year-old Joshua Helm...
Aug 24, 2021
Centralia City Council declares part of Maple Street "Roland Burris Way"
The Centralia City Council has approved a resolution declaring a portion of Maple Street from Broadway to Rexford as "Roland Burris Way". Everyone is being invited to join the official dedication at o...
Aug 24, 2021 Rolland Burris
Kaskaskia College accepts resignations from two long-time employees
Kaskaskia College will be saying good bye to two long time employees. The board Monday night accepted the resignation of Athletic Director Cathy Karrick effective September 10th. Before accepting the ...
Aug 24, 2021
University of Illinois adds Native American issues adviser
URBANA, Ill. (AP) - A new administrator at the University of Illinois flagship campus will advise school leadership on Native American issues. The News-Gazette reports that Jacki Thompson Rand was app...
Aug 24, 2021 Gary Todd
Kaskaskia College approves up to $24-million in bonds for new gym and classroom renovations
The Kaskaskia College Board Monday night agreed to issue up to $24-million in bonds to pay for construction of a new gym and renovated classrooms at the main campus. College President George Evans say...
Aug 24, 2021 File: Kaskaskia College Clock Tower and campus.
SIU student killed, 3 people wounded at an off-campus party
CARBONDALE, Ill. (AP) - Police say a Southern Illinois University student died after she and three other people were shot early Sunday during a party near the school's campus. Carbondale police say SI...
Aug 23, 2021
Pilot Honored at Annual Balloon Fest Awards Brunch
Although there was no competitive ballooning at this year's Centralia Balloon Fest, several honors were still given at the annual awards brunch Sunday. The High Fly Cup was presented to balloonist Wal...
Aug 23, 2021 Hi Fly award winner Walt Rudy display his trophy at Pilot Award Brunch. Photo by Garrett Ford.
Salem Fire Protection District to host 5K Run/Walk to Remember and 9/11 Memorial Service
The Salem Fire Protection District will remember 9/11 20 years later with a 5K Run/Walk, Memorial Service and other activities in Bryan Memorial Park on Saturday, September 11th. The Salem Fire Depart...
Aug 23, 2021 Jackie / CC
Centralia City Council to consider assistance to new owners of Quality Sports Nets
The Centralia City Council Monday night will be asked to approve a Redevelopment agreement with the buyers of Quality Sports Nets in Centralia. Gebke, LLC is seeking a five year forgivable mortgage to...
Aug 23, 2021
Organizers pleased with Balloon Fest
While no full flights got up for Balloon Fest 2021, both the Friday and Saturday night Glows did take place to the joy of large crowds in Foundation Park. This year's Chair Brad Haege says with all th...
Aug 23, 2021 File photo: Balloons prepare for Glow at Balloon Fest '21 in Foundation Park. Photo by Pat Hodges.
